# The Stranger vs PeekSmith (BS Magic)

The clearest difference is rating: The Stranger at 4.9 against PeekSmith (BS Magic)'s 3.7. The Stranger also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (86 vs 3). PeekSmith (BS Magic)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Stranger sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PeekSmith (BS Magic) asks for nothing beyond the download.

The Stranger holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Stranger has 86 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 96% of The Stranger's written reviews are positive against 100% of PeekSmith (BS Magic)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

The Stranger ships an update fortnightly, PeekSmith (BS Magic) every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Stranger | PeekSmith (BS Magic) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (86 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-stranger/id1397183489/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peeksmith-bs-magic/id1498435882/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **86** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 95.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 246 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jonathan Levit Consulting](https://appshunter.io/developer/1397183488) | [Bence Janos Kovacs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1646788221) |

## What reviewers say

### The Stranger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-stranger/id1397183489)

This app enables performers to create impossible moments where a random stranger reveals information chosen by the audience. It supports various revelations, including playing cards, words, numbers, and names, with international language support for a global audience.

**Highlights:** Reveal chosen playing cards, Reveal thought-of words, Reveal numbers from addresses, Reveal names of loved ones, International language support, Customizable phone screen language

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Activate Friend Auto Texting | $3.99 | per month |
| Live to Pro (1 month) | $18.99 | per month |
| Monthly Access Autocrib AI | $29.00 | per month |
| Live to Pro (1 year) | $199.99 | per year |
| Recording: Poor Cell Reception | $14.99 | one-time |
| Recording: Memdeck | $14.99 | one-time |
| Nail Writer Revelation | $49.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade To Lite | $49.99 | one-time |
| Book Test Revelation | $99.99 | one-time |
| Activate Friend Auto Texting | $99.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade To Live From Lite | $149.00 | one-time |
| Playing Card revelation | $149.99 | one-time |
| Listen Revelation | $199.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade To Live From Trial | $299.00 | one-time |
| Stranger system | $999.99 | one-time |


### PeekSmith (BS Magic)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peeksmith-bs-magic/id1498435882)

This free companion app enhances magic performances by connecting to a specialized Bluetooth display device. It allows magicians to integrate the device with various other applications that support its functionality, expanding creative possibilities.

**Highlights:** Connects to PeekSmith peek device, Bluetooth display integration, Compatible with supporting apps, Free companion application, User Guide included

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Stranger free?

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

### Is PeekSmith (BS Magic) free?

PeekSmith (BS Magic) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, The Stranger or PeekSmith (BS Magic)?

The Stranger is rated higher. The Stranger averages 4.9 out of 5 from 86 ratings, while PeekSmith (BS Magic) averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do The Stranger or PeekSmith (BS Magic) have ads?

Neither The Stranger nor PeekSmith (BS Magic) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Stranger or PeekSmith (BS Magic)?

The Stranger ships an update fortnightly, and PeekSmith (BS Magic) every 4 months. Most recently, The Stranger was updated on September 1, 2026 and PeekSmith (BS Magic) on September 9, 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.*