Private Recorder vs Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Private Recorder
Record audio and video discreetly and store it securely within the application. This tool offers password protection and file management options for your recordings. It's useful for documenting important conversations, lectures, or meetings.
- Record audio and video
- Secure password protection
- Organized file listing
- Rename and delete files
- Proof of conversations
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Private Recorder provides a unique functionality to record conversations, meetings, and other audios/videos and store in a secret place inside the app. Key features - *Record whatever you want. *Saved files are listed in the order of recorded date/time. *Secure recordings with a generic password screen. *Always has proof of key conversations “just in case.” *Delete or Rename file names so that you can save it with your choice. *Quite useful in the following situations: - during negotiations for important contracts - at crime scenes - during lectures or meetings And more important if you like the application, don’t forget to add/update your reviews. Thank you for your liking! Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://tinyurl.com/28wr5nst
Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro
This app helps you detect hidden spy cameras and listening devices. It uses Wi-Fi connectivity to find connected threats and can uncover hidden electronics and pinhole cameras, providing detailed information about detected devices. It also offers a safety guide to protect your privacy.
- Detect hidden cameras and listening devices
- Wi-Fi connectivity for device detection
- Uncover hidden electronics
- Display detailed device information
- Comprehensive safety guide
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Hidden SPY Camera Seeker - hidden spy camera detector your ultimate solution for detecting hidden cameras and listening devices. Our advanced anti-spy detector is designed to locate any potential threats, ensuring your privacy and security. Key Features: Seamless wifi connectivity to detect connected devices. Uncover hidden electronics and pinhole cameras with ease. Display detailed information about detected devices. Benefit from our comprehensive safety guide against candid photography. Enjoy an ad-free, intuitive user experience for hassle-free operation. Your privacy is paramount, and Hidden SPY Camera Seeker - hidden spy camera detector is here to safeguard it. Download now and take control of your surroundings! Subscription: Payment: Will pay with users iTunes account after user confirms it. Cancel Subscription: If you need to cancel the renewal, please go to Settings--> enter iTunes Store and App Store--> tap App ID, select View Apple ID, enter Account Setting, tap Subscription, and select Cancel Subscription. If you do cancel the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, the subscription will be automatically renewed. Privacy Policy:https://www.kdocs.cn/l/ckr6wNdWYvgq User Agreement:https://www.kdocs.cn/l/cmZswmsVWqeB
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Private Recorder at 40% against Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro's 0%. Private Recorder also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Private Recorder sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 6 months and Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 234 and 212 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 40% of Private Recorder's written reviews are positive against 0% of Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Private Recorder ships an update every 5 months, Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Private Recorder | Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (234 ratings) | 4.6 (212 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 234 — better | 212 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pradeep Yadav | 华西 杨 |
Customer experience
Private Recorder
Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro
Bugs and requests
Private Recorder
Reported bugs
23 issues- Recordings have no sound
- App stops recording when screen is off
- App stops recording when switching apps
- Noticeable recording indicator
- No way to delete recordings
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- No way to erase recordings
- Paid for Pro, still asking to upgrade
- Audio files have no sound
- Cannot share recordings
- App doesn't always play back recordings
- Video recording doesn't work
- Not secret, no black screen option
- Useless silent sound feed
- Takes money, doesn't work
- App would likely have dangerous consequences for anyone using it to record privately
- Horrible service
- Scam alert
- Unreliable
- Not working properly
- Use less
- Camera only opens
- Needs more development
- Doesn't record with screen locked
Requested features
11 requests- How to share or delete recordings
- Suppress orange mic indicator light
- Set different app icon/name
- Add a tracker for recordings
- Keep recording secretly while screen is locked
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- Make everything on the app free
- Restore deleted voice recordings (recycle bin)
- Continue recording while phone is off
- Develop video recording for iPhone screen lock
- Option for black screen while recording
- Ability to use camera on lock screen
Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Private Recorder
- Upgrade To Pro$19.996 Months
- Upgrade To Pro$39.991 Year
- Remove Ads and Unlock Share$23.99
Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro
- Premium member weekly vip$6.997 Days
- Premium member monthly vip$19.991 Month
Questions
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