Best beacons alternatives: apps like beacons: surveillance scanner

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Updated November 2026

beacons is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to beacons

Remote ID Drone Radar#1

Remote ID Drone Radar by PXA Tech LLC

Detect drones using Remote ID
Editor's Choice
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5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app detects drones broadcasting Remote ID signals, showing their location, altitude, and operator information. It renders 3D flight paths and allows recording, playback, and export of flight data. Offline maps and alerts are also available.

DroneDAA by uAvionix#2

DroneDAA by uAvionix by CAVU Consulting LLC

Detect and Avoid for drone Ops
Strong Contender
πŸ”§ Utilities
5.0(2 ratings)
Free
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Provides real-time situational awareness for drone and manned aircraft operators. Detects nearby drones via Bluetooth and displays manned aircraft traffic with an ADS-B receiver. Includes FAA airspace data, proximity alerts, and weather information.

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BLE Sniffer
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This app transforms your iPhone into a passive Bluetooth Low Energy scanner. It reveals nearby BLE devices, logs their advertisements, and offers a proximity radar to estimate distance, all without establishing a connection.

Live BLE device scanningDevice categorization with vendor lookupProximity radar and Geiger mode
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Tracker Detector: Anti-Spy
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Detects hidden Bluetooth trackers like AirTags, Tiles, and Chipolos that could be used for unwanted surveillance. It scans your surroundings, identifies suspicious devices, and helps you locate them.

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Gargoyle Sentinel
Gargoyle Sentinel
Gargoyle Sentinel
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Monitor low-altitude airspace for drone activity in real-time. Receive smart notifications for unauthorized drones and view coverage zones on an interactive map. This app helps build the next layer of infrastructure for secure aerial travel.

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Finx – Hidden Camera Detector
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Scan Bluetooth & WiFi Devices
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Detect hidden cameras, unknown Bluetooth devices, and unfamiliar Wi-Fi network devices. This app helps you scan your surroundings and networks for privacy and security.

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