# App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps vs Camera & Spy Device Detector

The clearest difference is update cadence: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps at every 3 weeks against Camera & Spy Device Detector's every 4 months. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps also leads on ratings volume (9.7K vs 115). Camera & Spy Device Detector's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 41%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Camera & Spy Device Detector sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps against 4.6 for Camera & Spy Device Detector. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 115, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's written reviews are positive against 50% of Camera & Spy Device Detector's.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, Camera & Spy Device Detector every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps | Camera & Spy Device Detector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews)** | [4.6 (115 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-and-spy-device-detector/id6503293552/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.7K** | 115 |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) | [Mihajlo Jocic](https://appshunter.io/developer/6782065775) |

## What reviewers say

### App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749)

Secure your digital life with this app that locks and hides your applications, photos, videos, and passwords. Automate app blocking based on time or location, and manage sensitive data with ease. It's your all-in-one solution for comprehensive privacy protection.

**Highlights:** Lock and block any app, Automated app blocking by schedule, Location-based app locking, Photo and video vault, Password management, Secret contacts and duplicate cleaner, Private camera

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing
- 🔒 Fantastic all-in-one security solution
- 👍 User-friendly and reliable
- 🔒 Provides great security and privacy
- 👍 Seamless integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🐛 Buggy and freezes
- 💰 Expensive/Requires subscription
- 🐛 Outdated instructions
- 🐛 Doesn't actually hide apps

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't lock or hide anything
- Subscription popup issues
- Locking process not working
- Shortcuts not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Backup data option
- Support for more apps to lock


### Camera & Spy Device Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-and-spy-device-detector/id6503293552)

Scan your surroundings to detect hidden cameras and other electronic devices. This app helps you identify suspicious gadgets and protect your privacy. It also includes tools to find lost Bluetooth devices and scan your Wi-Fi network for unauthorized connections.

**Highlights:** Hidden camera detection, Wi-Fi scanner, Bluetooth device finder, Spyware detection, Infrared signal scanning

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spy Camera & Spyware Detector | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy Camera & Spyware Detector | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Camera: Device Detector | $19.99 | per month |
| Hidden Camera: Device Detector | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps free?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Camera & Spy Device Detector free?

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

### Which has better reviews, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps or Camera & Spy Device Detector?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is rated higher. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while Camera & Spy Device Detector averages 4.6 from 115 ratings.

### Do App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps or Camera & Spy Device Detector have ads?

Neither App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps nor Camera & Spy Device Detector shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps or Camera & Spy Device Detector?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, and Camera & Spy Device Detector every 4 months. Most recently, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps was updated on November 4, 2026 and Camera & Spy Device Detector on October 30, 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.*