Comparison

Stud Finder ◆ vs Camera Detector App

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Stud Finder ◆

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
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This app will help you to detect ferrous metal objects. It uses the magnetometer to measure the magnetic field when your iPhone is placed near any metal objects. Calibrate your device’s magnetic sensor by moving the device in a "Figure 8" pattern and you can quickly detect wood studs hidden under walls, drywall, plasterboard or stucco. Disclaimer: The performance of the app is limited by the construction of the wall, presence of a phone cover and/or the material of the nails in the studs. Instructions: If your device has an external case then please remove it before using this app.

About

Camera Detector App

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
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Our app helps you scan your surroundings and Wi-Fi networks to check for unusual devices that might affect your privacy, especially in important places such as hotels, bathroom, your home. Stay safe and private. Find the new Wi-Fi, Network, Bluetooth & AI Lens Scanner, GPS trackers & more. Features: - AI Camera & Lens Detection - WiFi Scanner - Bluetooth Scanner - Scan History This app is designed as a supporting tool to help you scan your Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Network nearby and identify unfamiliar devices through iPhone Camera with applied AI training of object detection. It does not guarantee 100% detection of hidden cameras. You can choose a weekly subscription or yearly subscription (3 days trial). – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/hidden-camera-privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/hidden-camera-terms-of-use/

Screenshots

Stud Finder ◆3 screens
Camera Detector App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Stud Finder ◆ at free with in-app purchases against Camera Detector App's subscription. Stud Finder ◆ also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Camera Detector App's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (9.9K vs 98). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Stud Finder ◆ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Camera Detector App holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Camera Detector App has 9.9K 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 20% of Camera Detector App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stud Finder ◆ ships an update every 4 months, Camera Detector App every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Stud Finder ◆ versus Camera Detector App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStud Finder ◆Camera Detector App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (98 ratings)4.4 (9.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews20.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings989.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB217 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKishan PanchotiyaHMA Mobile LLC

Customer experience

Stud Finder ◆

All ratings98 ratings
Positive75.5%
Neutral4.1%
Negative20.4%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Camera Detector App

All ratings9,939 ratings
Positive84.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews142 reviews
Positive20.4%
Neutral2.8%
Negative76.8%

Bugs and requests

Stud Finder ◆

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Camera Detector App

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improve camera detection accuracy
  • Provide clear instructions and tutorials
  • Offer a more affordable pricing model

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Stud Finder ◆

One-time1
  • Premium Version$3.99
4 purchases

Camera Detector App

Subscriptions3
  • Unlock all features weekly$6.997 Days
  • All Advanced Features Annually3 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Annual Plan$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Acquire all features endlessly$49.99

Questions

Is Stud Finder ◆ free?
Stud Finder ◆ 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, Stud Finder ◆ or Camera Detector App?
Camera Detector App is rated higher. Stud Finder ◆ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while Camera Detector App averages 4.4 from 9.9K ratings.
Do Stud Finder ◆ or Camera Detector App have ads?
Stud Finder ◆ shows ads; Camera Detector App does not.
Which is updated more often, Stud Finder ◆ or Camera Detector App?
Stud Finder ◆ ships an update every 4 months, and Camera Detector App every 6 weeks. Most recently, Stud Finder ◆ was updated on September 21, 2026 and Camera Detector App on September 26, 2026.

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