Comparison

VWT vs Magnetometer Stud Finder

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

Head to head
About

VWT

Features
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This App is used to send pictures to the display screen remotely. You can use it in schools, homes, offices and other places where you need to place some warning signs. Compared with traditional fixed signs, it is more convenient to use App to remotely control the contents of the display, and it is more suitable for places where you need to frequently switch the contents of the signs. First, you need to deploy a server in the local area network, and then you can use the App to control the following functions: 1. Send pictures 2. Set the switching speed, set the brightness, set the up and down position, set the switch Unlock the management mode, the default password for the first time is "800800", you can use the management functions: 1. Gallery management, you can transfer pictures to the App through a computer connection. 2. Advanced settings 3. Modify the password

About

Magnetometer Stud Finder

This utility app leverages your device's magnetometer to detect metal objects like studs, nails, and screws within walls. It offers adjustable sensitivity settings for precise location finding, making DIY projects easier.

Highlights
  • Detect studs on walls
  • Accurate stud location
  • Adjustable sensitivity settings
  • Settings adjustments
  • Find metal objects
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The iPhone’s built-in magnetometer does allow apps to locate metal wall studs, nails, screws or any ferromagnetic material. This app uses the magnetometer to find the studs you need to locate. This app does work very well to find the studs on walls. * Easily detect studs on walls * Very accurate to find stud location * App has sensitivity settings * Also has settings adjustments This app will help you to easily find any studs on walls with your iPhone or iPad!

Screenshots

VWT3 screens
Magnetometer Stud Finder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: VWT at none against Magnetometer Stud Finder's shown. VWT also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VWT ships an update every 6 weeks, Magnetometer Stud Finder every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and August 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
VWT versus Magnetometer Stud Finder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVWTMagnetometer Stud Finder
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.8 (28 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—28 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerhorizont group gmbhSteve Veloudos

In-app purchases

None

VWT

No in-app purchases

None

Magnetometer Stud Finder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VWT free?
VWT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magnetometer Stud Finder free?
Magnetometer Stud Finder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VWT or Magnetometer Stud Finder have ads?
Magnetometer Stud Finder shows ads; VWT does not.
Which is updated more often, VWT or Magnetometer Stud Finder?
VWT ships an update every 6 weeks, and Magnetometer Stud Finder every 7 months. Most recently, VWT was updated on September 7, 2026 and Magnetometer Stud Finder on August 11, 2026.

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