# Ghost vs EctoSense Ghost Detector

The clearest difference is rating: EctoSense Ghost Detector at 4.7 against Ghost's 4.1. Ghost's advantage is ratings volume (134 vs 15) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

EctoSense Ghost Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ghost has 134 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ghost | EctoSense Ghost Detector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (134 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ghost-o-matic/id1294216225/reviews) | **[4.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ectosense-ghost-detector/id6753754360/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **134** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 59.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 838 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Carlton Books Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1210307634) | [DAVID CROOKS SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654030206) |

## What reviewers say

### Ghost

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ghost-o-matic/id1294216225)

This augmented reality app works with a companion book to reveal hidden messages, puzzles, and ghosts. Users can join a secret society, recapture trapped spirits, and solve a mystery to rescue a missing operative. It offers an immersive, interactive storytelling experience for older kids and young adults.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality ghost detection, Interactive digital puzzles, Hidden message reveals, Personalized achievements, Story-driven narrative, Ghost trapping gameplay

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Amazing concept/creative
- 👻 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 📚 Great book/app integration
- 🤩 Immersive AR experience
- 💡 Innovative use of technology

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😩 Frustrating bugs and glitches
- 😠 Difficulty in completing puzzles
- ⚠️ High data usage (Mega Bites)
- ❌ App not working/downloading
- ⚫ Black screen issues

**Reported bugs**

- Scanning screen is black
- Scanning does not work
- App not downloading
- Camera issues (black and white, thinner objects)
- Things on camera won't align with book pages

**Requested features**

- Fix scanning issues
- Improve puzzle clarity
- Address 'Access denied' errors
- Allow multiple player profiles
- Fix synchronization problems


### EctoSense Ghost Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ectosense-ghost-detector/id6753754360)

This app turns your iPhone into a paranormal investigation tool. It uses your phone's sensors to detect electromagnetic fields and employs AI-powered camera vision to identify unusual shapes and patterns, suggesting potential paranormal activity.

**Highlights:** EMF detector using phone magnetometer, Live magnetic field radar, EMF strength graphs, Unusual spike alerts, AI-powered ghost camera, Camera outlines detected entities

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ghost free?

Ghost is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EctoSense Ghost Detector free?

EctoSense Ghost Detector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ghost or EctoSense Ghost Detector?

EctoSense Ghost Detector is rated higher. Ghost averages 4.1 out of 5 from 134 ratings, while EctoSense Ghost Detector averages 4.7 from 15 ratings.

### Do Ghost or EctoSense Ghost Detector have ads?

Neither Ghost nor EctoSense Ghost Detector shows ads.

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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.*