# Device Tracker: Find & Detect — Locate My AirPods & Devices

> Locates lost Bluetooth devices using real-time signal strength. (iPhone/iPad app by Sandya Leelarathne.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-tracker-find-and-detect/id1548263686 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sandya Leelarathne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1382464578)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 650 App Store ratings · 112 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Czech, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean and 9 more
- Released: 2021-01-16
- Data updated: 2026-11-13
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-tracker-find-and-detect/id1548263686/reviews.md

## What is Device Tracker?

Lost your AirPods? Device Tracker finds them by following their Bluetooth signal. Watch the signal get stronger as you get closer, until you're right next to them.

It works with AirPods, Apple Watch, headphones, earbuds, speakers, fitness trackers and most other Bluetooth devices, as long as they're switched on and nearby.

How It Works

1. Open Device Tracker and allow Bluetooth
2. Choose the device you're looking for
3. Walk around and follow the radar: more bars means closer
4. Turn on vibration and sound to feel and hear when you're getting closer

Features

• Live radar: see whether a device is very close, near, far or very far, with its signal strength updated in real time
• Lock Screen and Dynamic Island: keep following the device with your iPhone locked
• Notify when found: get a notification when a missing device comes back into range
• Last-seen places: see on a map where each device was last seen, with its sighting history
• Nearby: a radar of all the Bluetooth devices around you
• Unidentified devices: also show nearby devices that don't broadcast a name, such as some trackers and tags
• Find after the app is closed: keep checking for a lost device in the background
• Widget: see when your favourite devices were last seen, on your Home Screen or Lock Screen
• Siri: say "Find my AirPods with Device Tracker", or ask when a device was last seen
• Rename devices, mark favourites, and use VoiceOver and Larger Text

Find Devices Such As

• AirPods, AirPods Pro and AirPods Max
• Apple Watch and Apple Pencil
• Beats, Galaxy Buds and other earbuds and headphones
• Bluetooth speakers and fitness trackers
• iPhone and iPad
• Most Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices

Tips for Finding Faster

• Take AirPods out of their case: they stop broadcasting when it's closed
• Move slowly and pause for a moment, so the signal can settle
• Walls, furniture and people weaken the signal, so check nearby rooms too

Good to Know

Device Tracker finds devices by their Bluetooth signal, so a device must be switched on, have some charge and be within Bluetooth range: usually about 10–30 metres (30–100 feet) indoors. It can't find devices that are switched off or out of range, and it doesn't use Apple's Find My network.

Device Tracker Pro

Scanning for devices around you is free. Pro unlocks the radar for finding each device, the Nearby radar, the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island view, Notify when found, last-seen places and history, unidentified devices, and finding after the app is closed.

• Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon purchase confirmation
• Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends
• Manage subscriptions and disable auto-renewal in Apple ID Account Settings
• Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased

Need Help?

Questions or feedback? Contact us at sandya.leelarathne@gmail.com. We're happy to help.

Privacy Policy: https://paddyviewfoundry.com/devicetracker/privacy
Terms of Use: https://paddyviewfoundry.com/devicetracker/terms

## Key features

- Locate lost Bluetooth devices
- Real-time signal strength indicator
- Supports AirPods, Apple Watch, and more
- Up to 330 feet / 100 meters range
- User-friendly interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Access | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Access | $19.99 | per year |


## What do users think of Device Tracker?

Reviews of Device Tracker are mostly positive: the Utilities app is rated 4.4/5 from 650 App Store ratings. What users like most: excellent device detection, clear and easy-to-use interface. Top complaints: occasional crashes or performance issues, concerns about pricing and subscription model. Summarized from real user reviews.

**Pros**

- 🚀 Excellent device detection
- 👍 Clear and easy-to-use interface
- 🔒 Helpful for security and privacy
- 🔍 Useful for finding lost/misplaced devices

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or performance issues
- 💰 Concerns about pricing and subscription model
- 🔍 Limitations in tracking specific devices (e.g., AirTags)
- 🔍 Detecting nearby devices not always accurate

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Fails to detect nearby devices in some cases
- Unauthorized charges reported for free trial
- App crashes or freezes on certain devices

**Most requested features**

- More detailed mapping and location tracking
- Search functionality to find specific devices
- Ability to save and name detected devices
- Improved compatibility with a wider range of Bluetooth devices

## Is Device Tracker safe?

Device Tracker: Find & Detect appears safe based on user ratings. The AppsHunter Safety Score for Device Tracker is 87 out of 100. This assessment is based on 650 user ratings, with an App Store average of 4.4 out of 5. Of 650 App Store ratings, 84.6% point to a safe experience, 4.6% suggest some concerns, and 10.8% point to a risky experience.

## Is Device Tracker legit?

Device Tracker: Find & Detect appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Device Tracker is 95 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 112)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-tracker-find-and-detect/id1548263686/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Neu: Suchen nach unbekannten Geräten nur noch im Abo.

*2024-12-26, version 7.2.0*

Früher konnte man kostenlos nach unbekannten Geräten in der Nähe suchen. Offensichtlich wurde die App auf Abo umgestellt, so dass das Suchen für 5.99€ pro Monat erst wieder möglich ist. Jetzt kann ich meine AirPods suchen. Toll, FindMy von Apple kann es auch.
Gelöscht und danke für die letzten Jahre 👋

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2024-12-22, version 7.2.0*

Does what it is intended to do, clear interface.

### 5/5 — Worth the price of the device you’ve lost

*2024-12-11*

Easy to use and helps to locate devices with very little effort. I’ve found hidden cameras with this app when I was looking for an ear bud!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the great feedback! We’re thrilled to hear the app made it easy to find your devices—and even helped uncover hidden cameras. Your experience highlights exactly why we built this. Thanks for sharing!

### 5/5 — Works for Bluetooth tracking devices like air tags .

*2024-12-05, version 7.2.0*

K ait tagd

### 5/5 — Great to identify devices

*2024-10-03, version 7.1.0*

This is a great app to identify devices

### 3/5 — Okay

*2024-06-09*

Super cool but I do wish they had a search bar that when you put the name in of your device and it tracks it for you and shows the location on a detailed map that’s like 3 d and will find it even if it dead.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your awesome feedback! We’re excited to share that we’ve added exactly what you asked for: a search bar to quickly find devices by name, a map showing the last seen location, and even Apple’s Look Around feature (where available) for added context when locating devices. While tracking powered-off devices still isn’t possible due to Bluetooth limitations, we’re always looking for ways to push the experience further. We really appreciate your ideas — they help shape the future of the app!

### 5/5 — Impressive app for tracker monitoring

*2023-11-18, version 6.2.0*

Very nice. Love the ease of use.

### 5/5 — Track Tags

*2023-10-16, version 6.2.0*

Great app for checking out the hat service tags are around you.

### 5/5 — Useful app

*2023-08-16*

Helps find friends or my lost devices, very useful! Capable of finding trackers and hidden cams

**Developer response:** Thank you for the great feedback! We’re happy to hear the app is helping you locate devices and stay aware of your surroundings. Your support means a lot!

### 5/5 — Great App Very Cool

*2023-08-04*

My mom has a Dexcom diabetes glucose monitor. Your app helped us trouble shoot a problem we were having with the transmitter. It allowed us to see when her transmitter was transmitting. It only transmits every few minutes. Thank you…. Jim

**Developer response:** Thank you, Jim, for sharing your experience. We’re so glad the app could help you and your mom troubleshoot the Dexcom transmitter. It’s great to hear it provided the information you needed. Wishing you both all the best, and thanks for your support!

## Frequently asked questions about Device Tracker

### What devices can this app find?

This app can help you locate various Bluetooth-enabled devices. This includes AirPods (when out of the case), Apple Watch, Apple Pencil, iPhones, iPads, Macs, Beats headphones, Fitbits, other smartwatches, and Bluetooth trackers like Tile. The key requirement is that the device must have an active Bluetooth signal and be within the app's detectable range.

### How does the app help me find my lost device?

The app uses advanced Bluetooth tracking technology. Once you select the device you're looking for, you'll walk around while the app displays real-time updates on signal strength. As you get closer to your lost item, the signal indicator will increase, guiding you directly to its location.

### Is this app free to use?

The app offers a free trial period, allowing you to experience its features risk-free. After the trial, it operates on a subscription model, with options for monthly or annual plans. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal through your iTunes Account Settings.

### What is the maximum range for finding a device?

The app can help you locate your lost device if it has an active Bluetooth signal and is within a range of up to 330 feet (approximately 100 meters). For best results, it's recommended to move slowly and observe the signal indicator's progression from weak to strong.

### What are the requirements for using the app?

To use the app, you need to grant it Bluetooth permission upon opening. Ensure your lost device has battery power and Bluetooth enabled. For specific devices like AirPods, make sure they are out of their charging case. The app is designed to be user-friendly, requiring no technical skills.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.11.11 — 2026-11-12

• New “My Devices” widget: see when your favourite devices were last seen, right from your Home Screen or Lock Screen.
• Siri and Shortcuts: say “Find my AirPods with Device Tracker”, or ask “When did Device Tracker last see my keys?”
• Lock Screen and Dynamic Island: keep following a device while your iPhone is locked.
• Rename devices: give any device a name you'll recognise, like “Mum's AirPods”. Tap the pencil button on the device's screen.
• Better accessibility: VoiceOver reads out the signal strength and tells you when you're getting closer, and text follows your Larger Text setting.
• Real names: devices that first appear as “Unknown” now show their name as soon as they broadcast it.
• More accurate last-seen places on the map.
• “Notify when found” now only turns on when you switch it on, and turns off if notifications are off for the app.
• The Unidentified Devices setting is now remembered after you close the app.
• Clearer location permission messages and other small fixes.

### 2026.10.16 — 2026-10-18

What's new in this update:

• UX Enhancements: We've polished up the user interface to give you a cleaner and more intuitive experience.

• Bug Fixes:  We've tackled some annoying bugs to make sure your app experience is smoother and more stable.

Download it now to enjoy all these great improvements

### 2026.10.10 — 2026-10-11

• Sighting history: see where and when a device was seen over the past 30 days. Tap the device icon on its screen.
• Your devices now stay in the list for 30 days with their last-seen time and place.
• Delete a device with a swipe, or clear all offline devices from the ⋯ menu.
• More apps included: your subscription now also unlocks our other apps. Find them at the bottom of Settings.
• More accurate device types, plus Dark Mode and translation fixes.

### 10.0.1 — 2026-07-26

General Improvement and Bug fixes

### 10.0.0 — 2026-06-18

• Fixed the onboarding map issue
• Improved the map in the onboarding to show devices
• Improved Notification page in the onboarding view and when grant show test notifiation
• Improved onboard radar view to use live data

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