DS Third Eye vs Discreet
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DS Third Eye
Identify objects, landmarks, people, plants, and music by simply pointing your camera or uploading an image. Extract and share text from any picture. Discover related YouTube videos for recognized music.
- Object identification
- Music recognition
- Text extraction from images
- Related YouTube videos
- Share extracted text
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Dotsquares presents the new way of identifying objects like monuments, locations, celebrities, people, plants, trees etc etc using its own application called "Third Eye". This application is now also capable in recognizing music. You simply have to click on Identify Music button and the application will let you know the details of the playing song. You will also get the list of the related YouTube videos as well. Third Eye can also read the text for you from any image using Camera or using Image Gallery. You can extract the text from any image. You can share this extracted text with anyone on WhatsApp or in any other applications. Disclaimer: ThirdEye is using 3 party APIs.We are providing ThirdEye, just as a sample application. We are NOT responsible for, and expressly disclaims all liability for, damages of any kind arising out of use, reference to, reliance on any information related with API.
Discreet
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.
- 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
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The original top-rated Discreet Camera app for capturing photos and record videos discreetly without drawing attention. Thanks to the Black Screen Technology and the Custom Screen mode, you can shoot without lighting up your surroundings or interrupting the moment. Packed with powerful features—autofocus, image stabilization, burst mode, 4K video, Apple Watch control, and fully customizable commands—Discreet helps you capture sharp, well-composed shots even in challenging lighting. Never miss a moment: launch the camera instantly with the Lock Screen widget for quick access when timing matters. Whether you’re capturing a special memory without drawing attention or you simply prefer a more private, low-profile camera experience, Discreet is built for you. Perfect for concerts, live events, capturing evidences, street photography, and any situation where you don’t want a bright screen to disturb others, Discreet lets you capture photos and videos more subtly. Keep your photos and recordings private with a built-in gallery to store photos and videos safely. Your files are not uploaded to the cloud or to any server. Discover a better, more discreet way to capture the moments that matter with this secret camera recorder. Disclaimer: This app is not intended to violate the privacy of others. This is not a spy hidden camera . Please be aware of the laws in your area concerning using discreet image capturing devices and applications in your area. The developer of this application will not be held liable for the actions of any users. Always follow any applicable laws, rules, etc., regarding the use of imaging devices.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DS Third Eye at 100% against Discreet's 55%. DS Third Eye also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Discreet's advantage is ratings volume (2.1K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Discreet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DS Third Eye asks for nothing beyond the download.
DS Third Eye holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Discreet has 2.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of DS Third Eye's written reviews are positive against 55% of Discreet's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DS Third Eye | Discreet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.4 (2.1K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 55.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dotsquares Ltd | Marco D'Amelio |
Customer experience
DS Third Eye
Discreet
Bugs and requests
DS Third Eye
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Discreet
Reported bugs
4 issues- Video recording stops unexpectedly
- Camera preview window cannot be disabled
- Microphone permission required even for photos
- Inconsistent video frame rates
Requested features
6 requests- Option to use custom wallpaper
- Volume button controls
- Zoom/wide-angle camera support
- Higher video resolutions
- Background recording
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- Ability to recover deleted content
In-app purchases
DS Third Eye
No in-app purchases
Discreet
- Unlock all features$9.99
Questions
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