# XpyGuard vs Discreet

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Discreet at 56% against XpyGuard's 0%. Discreet also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 12 months). XpyGuard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Discreet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. XpyGuard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Discreet holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Discreet has 2.1K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of XpyGuard's written reviews are positive against 56% of Discreet's.

XpyGuard ships an update every 12 months, Discreet every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | XpyGuard | Discreet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xpyguard/id1002425342/reviews) | **[4.4 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discreet-black-screen-camera/id1600729989/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **55.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 80 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Accvent LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/805660286) | [Marco D'Amelio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600729991) |

## What reviewers say

### XpyGuard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xpyguard/id1002425342)

Monitor your IP wireless cameras remotely with this intuitive mobile application. Access live video feeds, control camera functions like pan and tilt, and utilize convenient setup methods for enhanced home and business security.

**Highlights:** QR code setup, Live video streaming, Snapshot and recording, Pan/Tilt/Zoom control, Free DDNS service, Two-way audio

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Discreet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discreet-black-screen-camera/id1600729989)

Capture photos and videos discreetly using a black screen or custom screen mode. Features include autofocus, image stabilization, 4K video, and Apple Watch control. Instantly launch the camera with a Lock Screen widget for quick access. Keep your media private with a secure, built-in gallery.

**Highlights:** Black screen camera mode, Customizable screen modes, Autofocus and image stabilization, 4K video recording, Apple Watch control, Lock Screen widget for instant launch, Private in-app gallery

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Discreet camera
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Useful features
- 🔒 Secure storage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes/freezes
- 🐛 Video recording issues
- 🐛 Quality/performance problems
- 💰 Paid features required
- 🔒 Privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Video recording stops unexpectedly
- Camera preview window cannot be disabled
- Microphone permission required even for photos
- Inconsistent video frame rates

**Requested features**

- Option to use custom wallpaper
- Volume button controls
- Zoom/wide-angle camera support
- Higher video resolutions
- Background recording


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XpyGuard free?

XpyGuard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Discreet free?

Discreet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, XpyGuard or Discreet?

Discreet is rated higher. XpyGuard averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Discreet averages 4.4 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do XpyGuard or Discreet have ads?

Neither XpyGuard nor Discreet shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, XpyGuard or Discreet?

XpyGuard ships an update every 12 months, and Discreet every 5 weeks. Most recently, XpyGuard was updated on September 17, 2026 and Discreet on September 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*