Robokiller
vs.
AT&T ActiveArmor

AT&T ActiveArmor is a mobile security app designed to defend AT&T customers against malware, phishing, and other cyber threats. Let's see how it stacks up against Robokiller.

See why thousands of people choose Robokiller over AT&T ActiveArmor to protect themselves against spam calls and texts.

		AT&T ActiveArmor
Call identification and blocking	Full spam call blocking	Category blocking
Global scammer database	1.5 billion phone numbers	Not listed
Real-time call screening
Block and allow lists		Block only
Voicemail	Transcription, visual voicemail	Forwards unknown calls to voicemail
Machine learning	Live audio fingerprinting
Spam-fighting robots
SMS protection

FAQs

What is the AT&T ActiveArmor mobile security app?

AT&T ActiveArmor is a mobile security app that offers features such as spam call blocking and data breach alerts. The app is the result of AT&T merging its two existing security offerings, AT&T Call Protect and AT&T Mobile Security.

Many AT&T phones already have ActiveArmor enabled, but users need to download the app in order to adjust their settings. They must also meet certain hardware, software, and contractual requirements in order to use the service.

Does AT&T ActiveArmor stop spam texts?

You can report a spam text to AT&T by forwarding it to 7726 (SPAM). However, AT&T's spam text reporting functionality does not offer predictive spam text blocking like Robokiller does. It merely allows you to block texts from specific numbers.

This is a big deficiency; Americans receive billions of spam texts every month, and many of them are from scammers who try to trick people out of their hard-earned money. Fortunately, Robokiller offers full protection from spam texts, so you can rest assured you have the best defense against SMS scams.

What happens when you block a number with AT&T ActiveArmor?

AT&T ActiveArmor gives users a personal blocklist so they can prevent individual numbers from calling them. Known spam numbers are automatically sent to voicemail, while numbers on the user's personal blocklist won't make it through at all. Unfortunately, there is no "allow" list to ensure that certain legitimate callers aren't accidentally blocked.

Customization is an important factor when it comes to letting in the callers you want and denying the ones you don't. Whereas AT&T call blocking is limited, Robokiller gives users customizable block and allow lists so they can stay free from spam without missing important calls.

Is AT&T ActiveArmor free?

You might be wondering, how much does AT&T ActiveArmor cost? The free version of AT&T's ActiveArmor is automatically enabled on all AT&T accounts, but users need to download the app themselves. The free edition of ActiveArmor excludes several features that are available in the Advanced version, which costs $3.99 per month per line.

Robokiller gives you access to the entire range of its features for $4.99 per month or $39.99 per year, and we start you off with a free 7-day trial so you can try it out risk-free.

How do I uninstall AT&T ActiveArmor?

If you want to remove the AT&T ActiveArmor mobile security app and revert to the free service on your phone, follow these steps:

• Open the AT&T ActiveArmor app and go to Settings.
• Choose Subscription (iPhone only).
• Tap Free.
• Follow the prompts.
• Access the Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or myAT&T account to cancel your subscription.

If you want to deactivate ActiveArmor and remove the service altogether, do the following:

• Open the AT&T ActiveArmor app and go to settings.
• Tap Account and then Remove Service.
• The next step is slightly different for iPhone and Android users: On iPhone, you will be prompted to confirm you want to remove the app. On Android, select AT&T ActiveArmor mobile security.
• Tap Remove.

Is AT&T ActiveArmor good?

The answer to this question largely depends on what you're using the AT&T ActiveArmor app for. Although AT&T ActiveArmor offers a wide range of functions including safe web browsing and call blocking, Robokiller offers several advantages. For instance, Robokiller proactively identifies spam calls and texts before they reach your phone. You don't need to be an expert in recognizing robocalls to be safe with Robokiller.

We recommend seeing how Robokiller compares to the competition and reading AT&T ActiveArmor reviews to get a full picture of the two apps. That way, you can decide what's best for your specific needs.

Is AT&T ActiveArmor safe?

Although we can't speak to whether AT&T ActiveArmor is safe to use, we believe that any robocall blocker app should be transparent about how it works and what data it collects. Robokiller was built with user privacy in mind. Read more about our stance on privacy.

AT&T Active Armor vs. Call Protect: What's the difference?

As of April 2022, AT&T Call Protect features were moved to the AT&T ActiveArmor app, effectively combining the company's call and data protection offerings into one service. Now, features like call blocking, identity theft protection, and public WiFi protection are under the same umbrella.