Best Antivirus for Android
Battery draw and permission auditing matter more than raw signature count on a locked-down mobile OS.
Bitdefender Total Security
Full malware scanning with negligible battery impact in our device tests, even on mid-range hardware.
Norton 360 Deluxe
Wi-Fi network scanning flags unsafe public networks before you connect, paired with solid app-privacy auditing.
Kaspersky Standard
Strong anti-theft tooling and detection at the lowest price point in this shortlist.
Common questions
How were these rankings decided?
Each pick is drawn from our full lab-tested review set and ranked using the same protection-rate, performance-impact, and pricing data published on its individual review page.
How often is this shortlist updated?
We re-check rankings every test cycle — roughly every quarter, or sooner if a major vendor update changes detection or performance numbers.
Can I see the full ranking instead of just this shortlist?
Yes — the full lab ranking with filters for OS, price, and purpose is available on the Rating page.
Do these picks include paid placements?
No — rankings are based purely on lab data. Some outbound links are affiliate links; see our Disclosure page for details.