# Private Recorder vs Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Private Recorder | Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (234 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-recorder/id1286814946/reviews) | **[4.6 (212 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-spy-camera-detect-pro/id6458736298/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **234** | 212 |
| Positive reviews | **40.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 7 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pradeep Yadav](https://appshunter.io/developer/1123417966) | [华西 杨](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745435104) |

## What reviewers say

### Private Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-recorder/id1286814946)

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.

**Highlights:** Record audio and video, Secure password protection, Organized file listing, Rename and delete files, Proof of conversations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade To Pro | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Upgrade To Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads and Unlock Share | $23.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great simple app
- 👍 Works as intended
- 👍 Very easy and functional
- 👍 Good recorder
- 👍 Password protection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-spy-camera-detect-pro/id6458736298)

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.

**Highlights:** Detect hidden cameras and listening devices, Wi-Fi connectivity for device detection, Uncover hidden electronics, Display detailed device information, Comprehensive safety guide

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium member weekly vip | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium member monthly vip | $19.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Private Recorder free?

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

### Is Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro free?

Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Private Recorder or Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro?

Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro is rated higher. Private Recorder averages 4.1 out of 5 from 234 ratings, while Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro averages 4.6 from 212 ratings.

### Do Private Recorder or Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro have ads?

Private Recorder shows ads; Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Private Recorder or Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro?

Private Recorder ships an update every 5 months, and Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, Private Recorder was updated on October 24, 2026 and Hidden Spy Camera Detect Pro on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*