Comparison

Auto Proximity Detection Pro vs Tracking Device Detector

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Auto Proximity Detection Pro

Features
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When we are moving or acting, we cannot tap the button on the screen of iPhone or we have no time to watch the screen of iPhone, but we still could cover the screen of iPhone and we still hope to use the iPhone to do the following jobs (1)take photo (2) record the sound (3)record the video (4)turn on/off the flashlight(5) play the sound (6) report the location by talking (7) report the time by talking (8) talk the text notes.(9) count the number one by one. This App is developed for the situations above. It depends on the Proximity Sensor in iPhone. The proximity Sensor is located at the top part of the screen of iPhone, the left side of front camera. We need to use the following two special actions: 1. Cover+Left: Cover the top part of the iphone's screen and left. 2.Hold: Cover the top part of the iphone's screen, wait for a longer time, at least ten seconds and finally left. We could cover the screen by our hands, our clothes, our arms, our face,our body, or our books. For talking the name of location, the iPhone need to connect the internet Usage: When we tap the cover button, the App will be in the covering status. When we tap the hold button, the App will be in the holding status. In the covering status, if we take photos (default eight photos), record video, record sound, play sound and talk notes, we need to cover and left the top of the screen first, then the job will start, after at least seven seconds, we could cover again to stop the job. In the holding status, if we take photos (default eight photos), record video, record sound, play sound and talk notes, we need to cover the top of the screen first, without leaving, then the job will start, when we want to stop the job, we need to left. Tap the count button, the talking counter will be launched.Just cover the screen, the Talking counter could help us to count the number by talking in English. Tap the menu button at the bottom left corner, the menu will be displayed. This menu includes five items. 1 View Video Clips. 2 Play Sound files. In this view, we could play sound , delete sound files and rename the file. 3 View Photos. Tap this item, we could see the photo list with the small photo preview. When we tap the photo item, this view will close. 4 Select a sound file for playing. Select the sound file for the playing. The sound files includes the file record by the recording reaction or the sound files imported from the iTune file sharing. 5 Talk Notes. Edit and Add the text notes. Solution Examples Solution 1: When we are walking in darkness, turn on or turn off the flash light quickly and frequently. Step 1: Launch this App. Step 2: Select the cover button. Step 3: Select the flash light button Step 4: Start to walk as usual. Step 5: If you decide to turn on the light ,then make the iPhone screen close to your clothes and left.If you decide to turn off the light ,then make the iPhone screen close to your clothes and left again. Solution 2: Make the app talk the current location while we are walking. Step 1: Launch this App. Step 2: Select the cover button. Step 3: Select the location button Step 4: Start to walk as usual. Step 5: If you need to listen the talking of the current location ,then make the iPhone screen close to your clothes and left the screen from your clothes.The app will talk the information about the location. Solution 3: Record the sound while studying in Classroom Step 1: Launch this App. Step 2: Confirm already tap the Record Sound button. Step 3: Select the cover button. Step 4: Put the iPhone on your desk Step 5: If you decide to record the sound, then put your hand on the top left corner of the iPhone screen, then left your hand Step 6: When you want to stop recording, just put your hand again on the top left corner and left.

About

Tracking Device Detector

Discover hidden Bluetooth devices that may be tracking your location. This app scans for unknown signals, identifies risks, and helps you locate them using real-time signal strength. Stay informed about unwanted Bluetooth monitoring to protect your privacy and security.

Highlights
  • Scan for unknown Bluetooth signals
  • Identify potential tracking devices
  • Locate devices with signal strength
  • Real-time proximity alerts
  • Distance estimation
  • Privacy and security protection
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Tracking Device Detector helps you discover hidden Bluetooth devices near you that might be used to monitor your location without your knowledge. The app scans for nearby Bluetooth signals, identifies potential risks, and guides you to locate them using real-time signal strength and distance estimation. With clear proximity alerts and actionable insights, Tracking Device Detector ensures you stay aware of unwanted Bluetooth monitoring, protecting your privacy and security wherever you go. Terms Of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ssaippi.github.io/trackingdevicedetector.md

Screenshots

Auto Proximity Detection Pro2 screens
Tracking Device Detector3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tracking Device Detector at Free against Auto Proximity Detection Pro's $0.99. Tracking Device Detector also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Auto Proximity Detection Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Tracking Device Detector is free to download; Auto Proximity Detection Pro costs $0.99 up front. Tracking Device Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Auto Proximity Detection Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Auto Proximity Detection Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, Tracking Device Detector every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Auto Proximity Detection Pro versus Tracking Device Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuto Proximity Detection ProTracking Device Detector
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.7 (193 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—193 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer方 沈Samuel Ippisch

In-app purchases

None

Auto Proximity Detection Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Tracking Device Detector

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Pro$9.997 Days
  • Yearly Pro / 1 Week Free Trial7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Auto Proximity Detection Pro free?
Auto Proximity Detection Pro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tracking Device Detector free?
Tracking Device Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Auto Proximity Detection Pro or Tracking Device Detector have ads?
Neither Auto Proximity Detection Pro nor Tracking Device Detector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Auto Proximity Detection Pro or Tracking Device Detector?
Auto Proximity Detection Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, and Tracking Device Detector every 3 weeks. Most recently, Auto Proximity Detection Pro was updated on September 9, 2026 and Tracking Device Detector on September 23, 2026.

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