# SpotTheSpy vs Trustd Mobile Security

The clearest difference is rating: Trustd Mobile Security at 4.7 against SpotTheSpy's 3.5. Trustd Mobile Security also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 46%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SpotTheSpy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and Trustd Mobile Security sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Trustd Mobile Security holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 90 and 290 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of SpotTheSpy's written reviews are positive against 83% of Trustd Mobile Security's.

SpotTheSpy ships an update every 2 months, Trustd Mobile Security every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpotTheSpy | Trustd Mobile Security |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (90 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spotthespy-accounts-security/id1280926003/reviews) | **[4.7 (290 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trustd-mobile-security/id1519403888/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 90 | **290** |
| Positive reviews | 46.3% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 43 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Palmaso ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082702322) | [Traced Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519403890) |

## What reviewers say

### SpotTheSpy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spotthespy-accounts-security/id1280926003)

This app detects unauthorized access to your online accounts by monitoring login locations. It alerts you to suspicious activity and provides tools to secure your accounts, such as logging out devices and changing passwords.

**Highlights:** Detects unauthorized account access, Monitors login locations, Sends immediate security alerts, Allows remote logout of devices, Facilitates password changes, Protects Gmail, Facebook, LinkedIn

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month SpotTheSpy Premium | $3.49 | per month |
| Annual SpotTheSpy premium | $20.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Effective for detecting unauthorized access
- 👍 Provides security alerts
- 💯 Highly recommended for tracking
- 🌟 Useful for identifying suspicious activity
- 🚀 Can be effective for security purposes

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Scan not available
- ❌ App doesn't work
- ❌ Login issues with Facebook/Gmail
- ❌ Useless on iPhone
- ❌ App is sketchy

**Reported bugs**

- Scan not available
- App doesn't work with iPhone
- Password incorrect error for Facebook and Gmail
- App goes back to home screen after login attempts
- Error when trying to log in again

**Requested features**

- Support for more email accounts
- Support for text messages
- Option to unsubscribe
- Clearer instructions on app usage
- Ability to protect already hacked accounts


### Trustd Mobile Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trustd-mobile-security/id1519403888)

This app offers robust mobile security features to protect against online threats. It includes a link checker to block malicious websites, a WiFi scanner for network security, and device checker for software updates. An optional subscription unlocks advanced safe browsing capabilities.

**Highlights:** Link Checker for phishing, WiFi Scanner for network security, Device Checker for iOS updates, Safe Browsing (subscription), No ads or user tracking

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trustd Plus | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Excellent security protection
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 💡 Unique and outstanding design
- 🚀 Lightweight on system
- 😊 Provides peace of mind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App is buggy
- ❌ Doesn't work for personal WiFi
- ❓ Unclear if it's the official app
- 🤔 No user interaction or data provided

**Reported bugs**

- Newest update messed everything up
- App is super buggy
- Doesn't work when tapping app spots
- Doesn't get WiFi security notifications

**Requested features**

- Protect email
- More user interaction and data display


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpotTheSpy free?

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

### Is Trustd Mobile Security free?

Trustd Mobile Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SpotTheSpy or Trustd Mobile Security?

Trustd Mobile Security is rated higher. SpotTheSpy averages 3.5 out of 5 from 90 ratings, while Trustd Mobile Security averages 4.7 from 290 ratings.

### Do SpotTheSpy or Trustd Mobile Security have ads?

Neither SpotTheSpy nor Trustd Mobile Security shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SpotTheSpy or Trustd Mobile Security?

SpotTheSpy ships an update every 2 months, and Trustd Mobile Security every 3 weeks. Most recently, SpotTheSpy was updated on November 6, 2026 and Trustd Mobile Security on November 3, 2026.

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