Norton Mobile Security for Android review

Norton Mobile Security for Android is built around scams more than viruses. Its AI Scam Protection checks text messages and flags deepfake videos, Safe SMS filters spam texts that may hide phishing links, and Norton Genie, an AI assistant, gives real-time tips when something looks off. Wi-Fi Security warns you when a network you join is dangerous or under attack, and Safe Web blocks fraudulent sites opened from your browser, apps, email or social networks. App Advisor, powered by Norton Mobile Insight, checks Google Play apps for malware, intrusive adware and privacy leaks before you install them, and the Device Report Card summarizes 30 days of scanned networks, sites and apps. Real-time protection against ransomware, spyware and other malware sits underneath. The price is $19.99 for the first year on one device, renewing at $29.99, and there is no free tier. It requires Android 10 or later, so older phones are out.

Who it is for

People whose main worry is scam texts and risky Wi-Fi rather than classic viruses.

Price

$19.99 for the first year for 1 mobile device, renewing at $29.99 per year.

1 year 33% OFF* $29.99 $19.99 first yr.
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 10, 2026.

Key features

• AI Scam Protection that detects scams in texts and deepfake videos, with Norton Genie tips
• Safe SMS filters spam texts that may carry phishing links
• Wi-Fi Security alerts you when a network is dangerous or under attack
• App Advisor scans Google Play apps for malware, adware and privacy risks before you download
• Device Report Card with a 30-day summary of scanned networks, sites and risky apps

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: The broadest scam text and Wi-Fi tooling on this list
• Strength: 60-day money-back guarantee on annual plans
• Strength: Included in Norton 360 Deluxe and Norton 360 with LifeLock plans
• Weakness: No free version
• Weakness: Needs Android 10 or later, the highest requirement here
• Weakness: Renewal rises to $29.99 per year

Key facts

• Price: $19.99 first year, then $29.99 per year
• Android version: 10.0 or later
• Devices: 1 mobile device
• Money-back guarantee: 60 days

Where it ranks

Norton Mobile Security for Android is No. 2 in our Best Antivirus for Android verdict and No. 8 in Best Free Antivirus for Android.