# Stud Finder ◆ vs WebShield PRO

The clearest difference is review sentiment: WebShield PRO at 50% against Stud Finder ◆'s 0%. WebShield PRO also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and ads (none vs shown). Stud Finder ◆'s advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stud Finder ◆ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and WebShield PRO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WebShield PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WebShield PRO has 1.3K ratings behind it against 98, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Stud Finder ◆'s written reviews are positive against 50% of WebShield PRO's.

Stud Finder ◆ ships an update every 4 months, WebShield PRO every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stud Finder ◆ | WebShield PRO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (98 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder/id1552154567/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webshield-pro-smart-security/id1591421180/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 98 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 56 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Kishan Panchotiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434077947) | [VORTICA LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1611956494) |

## What reviewers say

### Stud Finder ◆

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder/id1552154567)

This application uses your device's magnetometer to detect ferrous metal objects. It helps locate hidden wood studs behind walls by measuring magnetic field fluctuations. Calibration is required for optimal performance.

**Highlights:** Detects ferrous metal objects, Uses device magnetometer, Locates hidden wood studs, Works on drywall, plasterboard, stucco, Requires sensor calibration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version | $3.99 | one-time |


### WebShield PRO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webshield-pro-smart-security/id1591421180)

Enhance your online experience by blocking intrusive ads, pop-ups, and trackers. This app offers a secure, anonymous browsing option and allows you to customize website access with black and white lists. It also includes a robust password generator for creating strong, unique passwords.

**Highlights:** Ad blocking, Tracker blocking, Anonymous browser, Black/White list functionality, Password generator, Phishing site protection

**Features:** Safari Extension

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WebShield PRO Week | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| WebShiled PRO Month | $24.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stud Finder ◆ free?

Stud Finder ◆ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is WebShield PRO free?

WebShield PRO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stud Finder ◆ or WebShield PRO?

WebShield PRO is rated higher. Stud Finder ◆ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while WebShield PRO averages 4.6 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do Stud Finder ◆ or WebShield PRO have ads?

Stud Finder ◆ shows ads; WebShield PRO does not.

### Which is updated more often, Stud Finder ◆ or WebShield PRO?

Stud Finder ◆ ships an update every 4 months, and WebShield PRO every 10 days. Most recently, Stud Finder ◆ was updated on September 21, 2026 and WebShield PRO on August 20, 2026.

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