Moonlock, developed by MacPaw, introduces a Mac-focused antivirus solution with an integrated VPN and configuration tools. However, it struggles in lab-tested performance metrics and phishing detection. Moonlock aims to enhance macOS system settings while providing a seamless security experience.
Key Features and Pricing
Moonlock includes a Security Advisor, offering configuration improvements and scheduling options for Deep, Balanced, or Quick scans. Installation is efficient, with full scans completed in approximately nine minutes. Pricing begins at $54 annually for one Mac, extending to $168 for five devices. The software requires macOS 13 or later.
- Moonlock's VPN is an integration of ClearVPN with servers in 61 cities across 50 countries.
- The Network Inspector blocks traffic from selected countries but lacks device listing.
- Pricing: $54/year (one Mac), $84/year (two devices), $168/year (five devices).
Performance and Limitations
Moonlock received mixed reviews from AV-Test, scoring 16/18 overall (protection 5.5/6, performance 4.5/6, usability 6/6). It offers limited protection against phishing attempts and does not detect Windows malware. The VPN lacks advanced features such as split-tunneling and user-selectable protocols.
Despite its user-friendly interface, Moonlock's absence of web protection and network-inspector usability issues highlight areas for improvement to compete with leading Mac antivirus products.
