# Spy Detector vs Security Camera

The clearest difference is monetization model: Security Camera at freemium against Spy Detector's subscription. Spy Detector's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Spy Detector sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Security Camera sells 6 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 — 4.6 for Spy Detector against 4.5 for Security Camera. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spy Detector has 2.9K ratings behind it against 297, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 27% of Spy Detector's written reviews are positive against 25% of Security Camera's.

Spy Detector ships an update every 10 days, Security Camera every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spy Detector | Security Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-detector-hidden-camera/id1598844232/reviews)** | [4.5 (297 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security-camera-spy-finder/id6503052486/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 297 |
| Positive reviews | **27.0% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 41 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [馨月 常](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657064907) | [Erastus Gaius](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825871309) |

## What reviewers say

### Spy Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-detector-hidden-camera/id1598844232)

Protect your privacy by scanning for hidden spy cameras in various locations. This app also functions as a network scanner to detect spy devices, GPS trackers, and more. Stay safe and secure in hotels, bathrooms, and other important places.

**Highlights:** Scan rooms for hidden spy cameras, Wi-Fi Scanner, Network Scanner, Bluetooth Scanner, Detect spy devices and GPS trackers, Camera Scanner with filters

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spy Detector Premium Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy Detector Premium Monthly | $13.99 | per month |
| Spy Detector Premium 6 Months | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Spy Detector Premium 3 Month | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Spy Detector Premium Yearly | $45.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Hidden camera detection
- 🚀 Uber impressive delivery
- ❤️ Amazing service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Scam/money grab

**Reported bugs**

- Forced to pay before seeing results
- Fake/non-functional scanning
- Repeated charges on payment method

**Requested features**

- More detailed information on detected devices
- Ability to mark detected devices as safe


### Security Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security-camera-spy-finder/id6503052486)

Detect hidden cameras and spying devices in any environment. This app uses advanced scanning technologies like WiFi, Bluetooth, infrared, and magnetic sensors to identify potential threats and ensure your privacy. Get detailed device analysis and expert tips for a secure space.

**Highlights:** WiFi Network Scanner, Bluetooth Scanner, Infrared Camera Detection, Magnetic Camera Detection, Detailed Device Analyzing, Search Tips

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Home Scanner Blink Detector | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Security Camera: Spy Detector | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Security Camera: Spy Detector | $14.99 | per month |
| Security Camera: Spy Detector | $15.99 | per month |
| Security Camera: Spy Detector | $83.99 | per year |
| Hidden Camera Detector #1 | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spy Detector free?

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

### Is Security Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Spy Detector or Security Camera?

Spy Detector is rated higher. Spy Detector averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Security Camera averages 4.5 from 297 ratings.

### Do Spy Detector or Security Camera have ads?

Security Camera shows ads; Spy Detector does not.

### Which is updated more often, Spy Detector or Security Camera?

Spy Detector ships an update every 10 days, and Security Camera every 3 months. Most recently, Spy Detector was updated on September 26, 2026 and Security Camera on September 19, 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.*