# Photo Sherlock search by image vs Batch Face Detect And Replace

The clearest difference is rating: Photo Sherlock search by image at 4.7 against Batch Face Detect And Replace's 1.0. Photo Sherlock search by image also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 20%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 10 months). Batch Face Detect And Replace's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Sherlock search by image sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Batch Face Detect And Replace sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Photo Sherlock search by image holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photo Sherlock search by image has 3.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Photo Sherlock search by image's written reviews are positive against 20% of Batch Face Detect And Replace's.

Photo Sherlock search by image ships an update every 2 weeks, Batch Face Detect And Replace every 10 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Sherlock search by image | Batch Face Detect And Replace |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-sherlock-search-by-image/id1270107821/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/batch-face-detect-and-replace/id1453489472/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **59.7% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 45 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ihor Prysiazhniuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1269757615) | [军 龙](https://appshunter.io/developer/393773733) |

## What reviewers say

### Photo Sherlock search by image

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-sherlock-search-by-image/id1270107821)

This app allows you to search the internet using an image from your camera or gallery. It helps identify the origin of photos, detect fakes, and find information about people or objects online. Features include image cropping, rotation, and an integrated web browser for seamless result navigation.

**Highlights:** Search by image from camera or gallery, Crop and rotate images before searching, Integrated web browser for results, Automatic image resizing for speed, Detect fake photos, Search social networks by photo

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro version | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro version | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 🚀 Fast and easy to use
- 💡 Helpful for finding information on photos
- 👍 Accurate results
- 👍 Useful for detecting fake profiles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Not recognizing some photos
- 🔒 Limited searches per day without upgrade
- 🔒 Paywall for full functionality
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance after updates

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrectly flagging images as containing nudity
- Failing to find clear, high-quality images

**Requested features**

- Expand search capabilities beyond just images
- Improve accuracy and expand database
- Provide more transparency on search limitations


### Batch Face Detect And Replace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/batch-face-detect-and-replace/id1453489472)

This app automatically detects and blurs, mosaics, or replaces faces in your photos. Process multiple images in batches to quickly protect your privacy before sharing.

**Highlights:** Automatic face detection, Batch processing, Face blurring and mosaic options, Custom image replacement, Manual editing tools, Multi-platform support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro edition subscribe 1 month | $0.99 | per month |
| Pro edition subscribe 6 month | $3.49 | per 6 months |
| Pro edition subscribe 1 year | $5.49 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Sherlock search by image free?

Photo Sherlock search by image is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Batch Face Detect And Replace free?

Batch Face Detect And Replace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Photo Sherlock search by image or Batch Face Detect And Replace?

Photo Sherlock search by image is rated higher. Photo Sherlock search by image averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while Batch Face Detect And Replace averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Photo Sherlock search by image or Batch Face Detect And Replace have ads?

Photo Sherlock search by image shows ads; Batch Face Detect And Replace does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Sherlock search by image or Batch Face Detect And Replace?

Photo Sherlock search by image ships an update every 2 weeks, and Batch Face Detect And Replace every 10 months. Most recently, Photo Sherlock search by image was updated on November 6, 2026 and Batch Face Detect And Replace on November 6, 2026.

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