Comparison

InviCam vs Discreet

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

Head to head
About

InviCam

Capture photos and videos privately without cluttering your device's storage. Content is not saved locally unless you choose to share it. Offers easy sharing options and customizable camera settings for a streamlined experience.

Highlights
  • Private photo and video capture
  • No local storage by default
  • Direct sharing to social media and messengers
  • Customizable default camera
  • Easy photo/video mode switching
Features
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Record video while your screen stays completely black. InviCam is a stealth camera that turns your screen off the moment you hit record — no glow, no camera interface, nothing visible. Your phone looks like it's off. You're filming. ——— WHY INVICAM? ——— Regular camera apps light up your screen and give you away. InviCam is built for situations where that matters: security footage, candid street photography, meetings, lectures, personal documentation. Whatever the reason — your privacy is the priority. ——— FEATURES ——— • BLACK SCREEN RECORDING Screen goes completely dark when you start recording. Hold your phone naturally, lay it face-down, slip it in a pocket — InviCam keeps capturing. • SILENT SHUTTER No click, no sound, no indication. Take photos without anyone noticing. • FAKE BACKGROUND Display any image or a lock screen while InviCam records in the background. To anyone who glances at your screen — your phone looks completely normal. • PRIVATE ALBUM All recordings are stored in an encrypted vault protected by Face ID or Touch ID. Nothing goes to Camera Roll or iCloud unless you choose to share it. • WIDGET ACCESS Launch recording directly from your home screen — no need to open the app first. ——— PERFECT FOR ——— • Meetings and lectures (no distracting bright screen) • Candid and street photography • Home security and monitoring • Personal documentation • Any situation where a visible camera changes how people behave Privacy by default. Your footage stays on your device, locked by biometrics, until you decide what to do with it. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1P4s5bSk3NIwDRREHzs0vsNUf9d38b1HOyYmAjUvnj0g/mobilebasic Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1dwAEHE4WASwq0df3GErxrvHKgea9j3YjTg48SN4xNu8/mobilebasic

About

Discreet

Capture photos and videos discreetly using a black screen or custom screen mode. Features include autofocus, image stabilization, 4K video, and Apple Watch control. Instantly launch the camera with a Lock Screen widget for quick access. Keep your media private with a secure, built-in gallery.

Highlights
  • Black screen camera mode
  • Customizable screen modes
  • Autofocus and image stabilization
  • 4K video recording
  • Apple Watch control
  • Lock Screen widget for instant launch
  • Private in-app gallery
Features
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The original top-rated Discreet Camera app for capturing photos and record videos discreetly without drawing attention. Thanks to the Black Screen Technology and the Custom Screen mode, you can shoot without lighting up your surroundings or interrupting the moment. Packed with powerful features—autofocus, image stabilization, burst mode, 4K video, Apple Watch control, and fully customizable commands—Discreet helps you capture sharp, well-composed shots even in challenging lighting. Never miss a moment: launch the camera instantly with the Lock Screen widget for quick access when timing matters. Whether you’re capturing a special memory without drawing attention or you simply prefer a more private, low-profile camera experience, Discreet is built for you. Perfect for concerts, live events, capturing evidences, street photography, and any situation where you don’t want a bright screen to disturb others, Discreet lets you capture photos and videos more subtly. Keep your photos and recordings private with a built-in gallery to store photos and videos safely. Your files are not uploaded to the cloud or to any server. Discover a better, more discreet way to capture the moments that matter with this secret camera recorder. Disclaimer: This app is not intended to violate the privacy of others. This is not a spy hidden camera . Please be aware of the laws in your area concerning using discreet image capturing devices and applications in your area. The developer of this application will not be held liable for the actions of any users. Always follow any applicable laws, rules, etc., regarding the use of imaging devices.

Screenshots

InviCam4 screens
Discreet4 screens

Verdict

The call

InviCam and Discreet both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 56% of Discreet's written reviews are positive against 12% of InviCam's. Discreet also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 270) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. InviCam sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Discreet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for InviCam against 4.4 for Discreet. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Discreet has 2.1K ratings behind it against 270, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 12% of InviCam's written reviews are positive against 56% of Discreet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

InviCam ships an update every 3 weeks, Discreet every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
InviCam versus Discreet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInviCamDiscreet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (270 ratings) — better4.4 (2.1K ratings)
Positive reviews11.6% of reviews55.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2702.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB68 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSergey SaltovskiyMarco D'Amelio

Customer experience

InviCam

All ratings248 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral3.2%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive11.6%
Neutral7.0%
Negative81.4%

Discreet

All ratings2,072 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral7.4%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews470 reviews
Positive55.5%
Neutral13.6%
Negative30.9%

Bugs and requests

InviCam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Discreet

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Video recording stops unexpectedly
  • Camera preview window cannot be disabled
  • Microphone permission required even for photos
  • Inconsistent video frame rates

Requested features

6 requests
  • Option to use custom wallpaper
  • Volume button controls
  • Zoom/wide-angle camera support
  • Higher video resolutions
  • Background recording
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  • Ability to recover deleted content

In-app purchases

7 purchases

InviCam

Subscriptions4
  • InviCam PRO$2.997 Days
  • InviCam PRO$4.991 Month
  • InviCam PRO1 Year trial$14.991 Year
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  • InviCam PRO3 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time3
  • Video recording access$1.99
  • Unlimited Photos$1.99
  • InviCamera Plus$2.99
1 purchases

Discreet

One-time1
  • Unlock all features$9.99

Questions

Is InviCam free?
InviCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Discreet free?
Discreet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, InviCam or Discreet?
InviCam is rated higher. InviCam averages 4.5 out of 5 from 270 ratings, while Discreet averages 4.4 from 2.1K ratings.
Do InviCam or Discreet have ads?
Neither InviCam nor Discreet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, InviCam or Discreet?
InviCam ships an update every 3 weeks, and Discreet every 5 weeks. Most recently, InviCam was updated on November 3, 2026 and Discreet on November 3, 2026.

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