# Detect Hidden Camera vs Spy

The clearest difference is monetization model: Spy at free with in-app purchases against Detect Hidden Camera's subscription. Spy also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 21%) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). Detect Hidden Camera's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Detect Hidden Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Spy sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Spy holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 842 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Detect Hidden Camera's written reviews are positive against 45% of Spy's.

Detect Hidden Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, Spy every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Detect Hidden Camera | Spy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (842 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detect-hidden-camera/id1605066265/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-hidden-camera-detector/id6443639758/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 842 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 21.1% of reviews | **45.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 39 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [META GRAPH LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591385911) | [6Hive OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1537357804) |

## What reviewers say

### Detect Hidden Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detect-hidden-camera/id1605066265)

Scan your surroundings for hidden cameras using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth detection. Identify suspicious devices in hotels, rentals, and public spaces to ensure your privacy and safety. Offers guides to help you find potential spy lenses.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi camera detection, Bluetooth camera detection, Infrared camera detection, Spy lens detection, Anti-sneak shooting guides

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hidden Camera VIP Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Camera VIP Monthly | $15.99 | per month |
| Hidden Camera VIP Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Hidden Camera VIP Lifetime | $46.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Awesome app
- 👍 Works great
- 👍 Good value

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 💰 Expensive
- 💰 Paywall
- 🤔 Doesn't detect cameras
- 🤔 Provides limited information

**Reported bugs**

- Scanning issues
- Scrolling problems
- Unreliable detection

**Requested features**

- Better explanation of features
- More detailed reporting
- Free trial option


### Spy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-hidden-camera-detector/id6443639758)

This app uses advanced network scanning to detect hidden cameras in your vicinity with high accuracy. It identifies suspicious devices transmitting data and can help you locate them. Protect your privacy by scanning Wi-Fi networks for unauthorized surveillance equipment.

**Highlights:** Detects hidden cameras with 99.9% accuracy, Scans Wi-Fi networks for suspicious devices, Identifies cameras transmitting data, Helps locate hidden cameras, Advanced network tooling

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy Yearly Premium Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Membership | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Amazing app
- 🔒 Great for security
- 💡 Useful for finding hidden cameras

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 💰 Pricey
- 🚫 Scam/fraud

**Reported bugs**

- Bugs in the app
- Subscription issues
- Compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- Better instructions
- Free trial option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Detect Hidden Camera free?

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

### Is Spy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Detect Hidden Camera or Spy?

Spy is rated higher. Detect Hidden Camera averages 4.3 out of 5 from 842 ratings, while Spy averages 4.5 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Detect Hidden Camera or Spy have ads?

Neither Detect Hidden Camera nor Spy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Detect Hidden Camera or Spy?

Detect Hidden Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, and Spy every 4 weeks. Most recently, Detect Hidden Camera was updated on October 7, 2026 and Spy on October 15, 2026.

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