# Hidden Camera Detector vs Room Check

Hidden Camera Detector and Room Check both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 47% of Hidden Camera Detector's written reviews are positive against 14% of Room Check's. Hidden Camera Detector also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 14 months) and ratings volume (17K vs 106). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Camera Detector sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Room Check 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 — 4.4 for Hidden Camera Detector against 4.3 for Room Check. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Camera Detector has 17K ratings behind it against 106, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 47% of Hidden Camera Detector's written reviews are positive against 14% of Room Check's.

Hidden Camera Detector ships an update every 2 months, Room Check every 14 months. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Camera Detector | Room Check |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detector-peek/id1571925628/reviews)** | [4.3 (106 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/room-check-detector-camera/id6587571133/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 106 |
| Positive reviews | **46.9% of reviews** | 14.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 14 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 227 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [88 Tech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764947711) | [Piotr Kalita](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759390978) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Camera Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detector-peek/id1571925628)

This app helps you protect your privacy by scanning your surroundings for hidden cameras and suspicious recording devices. It transforms your phone into a reliable detector, offering peace of mind in any unfamiliar environment.

**Highlights:** Effortless camera finder, Rapid detection of hidden devices, Comprehensive scanning for recording devices, Peace of mind anywhere, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hidden Camera Detector | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Camera Detector Pro Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Camera Scanner | $9.99 | per month |
| Hidden Camera Detector Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Secret Discount Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Quarterly Premium | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Hidden Device Detector | $34.99 | per year |
| Hidden Device Detector | $39.99 | per year |
| Hidden Device Detector | $44.99 | per year |
| Hidden Camera Detector Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 🔒 Helps detect hidden cameras
- 👍 Useful for travel and public places
- 🔍 Able to locate suspicious devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't always detect known cameras
- 💰 Requires paid subscription to access full features
- 🤔 Questionable privacy policy
- 🔌 Connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes
- Inconsistent device detection
- Subscription issues (unable to cancel, unexpected charges)

**Requested features**

- More advanced camera detection capabilities
- Ability to disable specific device tracking
- Clearer explanation of subscription model
- Improved user interface and experience


### Room Check

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/room-check-detector-camera/id6587571133)

This app helps you scan your surroundings for hidden cameras and trackers. It guides you through a room, identifies suspicious devices on your Wi-Fi, and detects Bluetooth signals. Generate PDF reports of your findings for added peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Room-by-room hidden device checklist, Lens reflection finder with flashlight, Wi-Fi device scanner with streaming detection, Bluetooth tracker locator, Magnetic field sweep for hidden electronics, PDF report generation

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hidden Device－Detector, Camera | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Device－Detector, Camera | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Device－Detector, Camera | $14.99 | per month |
| Hidden Device－Detector, Camera | $15.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Camera Detector free?

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

### Is Room Check free?

Room Check is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Camera Detector or Room Check?

Hidden Camera Detector is rated higher. Hidden Camera Detector averages 4.4 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while Room Check averages 4.3 from 106 ratings.

### Do Hidden Camera Detector or Room Check have ads?

Neither Hidden Camera Detector nor Room Check shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Camera Detector or Room Check?

Hidden Camera Detector ships an update every 2 months, and Room Check every 14 months. Most recently, Hidden Camera Detector was updated on November 4, 2026 and Room Check on November 4, 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.*