# Sam Smart TV Remote vs Camera Detector App

The clearest difference is monetization model: Sam Smart TV Remote at free with in-app purchases against Camera Detector App's subscription. Sam Smart TV Remote also leads on review sentiment (37% vs 20%) and ratings volume (49K vs 10K). Camera Detector App's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sam Smart TV Remote sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Camera Detector App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Sam Smart TV Remote against 4.4 for Camera Detector App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 49K and 10K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of Sam Smart TV Remote's written reviews are positive against 20% of Camera Detector App's.

Sam Smart TV Remote ships an update monthly, Camera Detector App every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sam Smart TV Remote | Camera Detector App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sam-smart-tv-remote-things-tv/id1473562701/reviews) | **[4.4 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-detector-app/id6449518978/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 10K |
| Positive reviews | **36.5% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 168 MB | 217 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FLOWMATIC PTE. LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/6789501995) | [HMA Mobile LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1646376297) |

## What reviewers say

### Sam Smart TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sam-smart-tv-remote-things-tv/id1473562701)

Control your Samsung Smart TV with your iPhone. This app offers an intuitive virtual remote, quick app access, and the ability to cast photos and videos from your library. Mirror your phone's screen wirelessly to your TV.

**Highlights:** Intuitive virtual remote, Quick app and channel access, Cast photos and videos, Wireless screen mirroring, Search for movies and shows

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly with Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.49 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Preimum | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Instant connection
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and smooth
- 👍 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Works great

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires TV remote approval
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Disconnects frequently
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 💰 Not worth the money

**Reported bugs**

- Can't find TV
- App crashes frequently
- Buttons don't respond
- Constant ads and pop-ups

**Requested features**

- Add keyboard for text input
- Improve connection stability
- Allow family sharing
- Reduce subscription cost


### Camera Detector App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-detector-app/id6449518978)

Scan your surroundings and Wi-Fi networks for unusual devices that may compromise your privacy. Detect hidden cameras, GPS trackers, and other potential threats using AI lens detection and network scanning. Stay safe and secure in hotels, at home, or in any sensitive location.

**Highlights:** AI Camera & Lens Detection, Wi-Fi Scanner, Bluetooth Scanner, GPS Tracker Detection, Scan History

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| All Advanced Features Annually | $34.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| Acquire all features endlessly | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Useful for detecting hidden cameras
- ⭐ Helped resolve privacy issues

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Fails to detect known cameras
- 💰 Expensive subscription required
- 🤖 Inaccurate detection of non-camera objects
- 🤔 Confusing and lacking instructions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to fix detected issues
- Inability to view app information without subscription

**Requested features**

- Improve camera detection accuracy
- Provide clear instructions and tutorials
- Offer a more affordable pricing model


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sam Smart TV Remote free?

Sam Smart TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Camera Detector App free?

Camera Detector App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sam Smart TV Remote or Camera Detector App?

Camera Detector App is rated higher. Sam Smart TV Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while Camera Detector App averages 4.4 from 10K ratings.

### Do Sam Smart TV Remote or Camera Detector App have ads?

Sam Smart TV Remote shows ads; Camera Detector App does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sam Smart TV Remote or Camera Detector App?

Sam Smart TV Remote ships an update monthly, and Camera Detector App every 6 weeks. Most recently, Sam Smart TV Remote was updated on October 24, 2026 and Camera Detector App on October 24, 2026.

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