Ghost Detector vs GhostBuddy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ghost Detector
Simulate a ghost hunting experience using your device's sensors. Detect sound waves with the microphone, visualize magnetic fields with the magnetometer, and apply special camera filters to create a spooky atmosphere. Record your investigations and share them with others.
- Microphone sound wave detection
- Magnetometer magnetic field visualization
- Adjustable magnetometer sensitivity
- Special camera filters
- Screen recording for investigations
- Share recordings with friends
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Try yourself inside scary ghost-hunting movies using Ghost Detector Tool. Your device already has all you need to feel yourself like in ghost-hunting prank videos. GhostVid uses data from different sources to help you to create an atmosphere as in creepy videos: ⁃ Microphone. To detect sound waves of all frequencies at the whole spectrum, your device can receive. GhostVid detecting sound-input algorithm will help to creepy moments. ⁃ Magnetometer. Ghost Detector - Spirit Box measures the magnetic field around your device and visualizes it with a magnetic field scale designed to make the experience hotter. Availability to change sensibility will help you to adapt the detecting algorithm to particular properties of the magnetic field around you. ⁃ Your camera. Ghost Detector - Spirit Box is already packed with a set of special filters created to highlight visual areas via camera. Make a screen record of your investigation and share it with your friends and audience ---------- Ghost Detector terms of service 1 week Detector+ from 4.99$ per week (prices may vary slightly depending on the region). 1 month Detector + from 19.99$ per month (prices may vary slightly depending on the region) You can find all in-app purchases on this app store page below under “In-app purchases”. Subscriptions are automatically renewed unless they have been switched off at least 24 hours before the subscription period expires. Your account will be charged within 24 hours of payment. You can manage your subscriptions in the iOS settings and switch the automatic renewal on or off. A subscription that is already running cannot be canceled within the term that has already started. Terms of service: https://zipoapps.com/ghostdetectorios/terms Privacy policy: https://zipoapps.com/ghostdetectorios/privacy
GhostBuddy
Explore paranormal possibilities with this entertainment app. It uses your device's sensors to create a simulated ghost detection experience, complete with radar displays and alerts for thrilling adventures.
- Simulated paranormal investigation
- Real-time sensor scanning
- Live radar displays
- Ghost alerts
- Immersive scanning experiences
- Supernatural-themed interactions
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Have you ever experienced a strange moment that you simply couldn't explain? GhostBuddy is an entertainment app inspired by paranormal investigation, designed to bring excitement, mystery, and suspense to every exploration. Whether you're visiting abandoned buildings, exploring dark rooms, checking out legendary haunted locations, or simply looking for a thrilling experience, GhostBuddy creates an atmosphere of paranormal discovery where every scan feels like a step into the unknown. HOW IT WORKS GhostBuddy uses your iPhone’s built-in magnetometer, microphone, ambient light sensor, and camera to scan the surrounding environment in real time. Based on magnetic field activity, sound variations, light fluctuations, and camera input, the app generates dynamic paranormal-style readings and presents them through live radar displays, ghost alerts, mysterious visual effects, and immersive scanning experiences. Combined with real-time scanning interfaces and supernatural-themed interactions, GhostBuddy turns every investigation into a fun and engaging paranormal adventure. DISCLAIMER GhostBuddy is an entertainment app designed to provide a simulated paranormal investigation experience. It is not a scientific detection tool, professional measuring instrument, supernatural verification system, or occult/divination service. Any readings, alerts, scan results, visual effects, or other content generated by the app are intended solely for entertainment purposes and should not be interpreted as factual, accurate, scientific, or evidence of paranormal activity. We are not responsible for any use, misuse, or interpretation of the app or its results. Privacy Policy:https://www.ghostbuddy.vip/slime/pages/5162-FAB2279F/index.html User Service Agreement:https://www.ghostbuddy.vip/slime/pages/5163-7497B2E5/index.html Subscription Terms:https://www.ghostbuddy.vip/slime/pages/5222-A4AAF0B8/index.html EULA:https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
Ghost Detector and GhostBuddy both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 64% of Ghost Detector's written reviews are positive against 14% of GhostBuddy's. Ghost Detector also leads on ratings volume (6.1K vs 1.7K). GhostBuddy's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Ghost Detector sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and GhostBuddy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 — 4.5 for Ghost Detector against 4.6 for GhostBuddy. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.1K and 1.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Ghost Detector's written reviews are positive against 14% of GhostBuddy's.
Ghost Detector ships an update every 6 weeks, GhostBuddy every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ghost Detector | GhostBuddy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (6.1K ratings) | 4.6 (1.7K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews — better | 14.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6.1K — better | 1.7K |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 190 MB | 93 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ZipoApps | Guangzhou Chejuban Network Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
Ghost Detector
GhostBuddy
Bugs and requests
Ghost Detector
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes frequently
- Compatibility issues with older devices
- Unreliable sensor readings
Requested features
3 requests- More advanced ghost detection capabilities
- Ability to communicate with spirits
- Improved stability and reliability
GhostBuddy
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ghost Detector
- Unlimited access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Weekly Premium Access$2.997 Days
- Weekly with trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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- Weekly with Trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- weekly with 3d trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Monthly Premium Access$6.991 Month
- Weekly with trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- weekly with trial3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- weekly with trial3 Days trial$8.997 Days
- Lifetime Premium Access$24.99
GhostBuddy
- Super Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
- Week Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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- Weekly Premium - First Week Trial7 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Weekly Premium - Trial7 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Monthly Premium - Intro Offer1 Month trial$19.991 Month
- Monthly Premium - Special Offer1 Month trial$19.991 Month
- Monthly Premium - Standard$19.991 Month
- Annual Premium$39.991 Year
- GhostBuddy Lifetime Offer$19.99
Questions
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