Comparison

Hawkeye vs Camera Detector

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

Head to head
About

Hawkeye

Detects electronic devices on your WiFi network to identify potential hidden cameras and protect your privacy. It analyzes devices in real-time, distinguishing between safe and suspicious equipment to prevent unauthorized surveillance.

Highlights
  • WiFi device detection
  • Display all connected devices
  • Network routing security
  • Analyze safe and suspicious devices
  • Anti-secret camera guide
  • Ad-free operation
Features
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Hawkeye is an artifact for network environment security detection. With the popularity of network equipment, its application scenarios are increasing day by day, which brings convenience to people's life. But unfortunately, we have also noticed that there are a small number of people who abuse this technology and use it for improper purposes. For example, they install hidden devices in private places (hotel rooms, rental houses, SPA massage parlors, dressing rooms, bathrooms) without authorization, invade the privacy of others, and use the contents for improper business benefits. Hawkeye can detect all electronic devices in the wifi network environment in real time, and distinguish between safe electronic devices and suspicious sneak-camera equipment, protecting your privacy in real time. Main functions: - WIFI device detection - Display all connected devices - Network routing security detection and delay - Analysis of safe devices and suspicious devices - Anti-secret camera safety guide - Fresh and ad-free, simple to operate Subscription Service: In-app subscription service is available at $4.99/ week and $9.99/ month. Unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current validity period, the subscription will automatically renew and the subscription fee will be charged to your APP Store account when you confirm your purchase. Users can also manage their subscriptions in the APP Store account settings after purchase and choose to turn off auto-renewal. Cancel Subscription: If you need to cancel the renewal, please go to Settings--> enter iTunes Store and App Store--> tap App ID, select View Apple ID, enter Account Setting, tap Subscription, and select Cancel Subscription. If you do cancel the subscription at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, the subscription will be automatically renewed. Privacy Policy: https://shimo.im/docs/9030MnMXjYszexqw/ User Agreement: https://shimo.im/docs/25q5M4M9Y9soEeqD/

About

Camera Detector

This tool helps you detect hidden cameras using multiple methods, including network scanning, flash illumination, Bluetooth detection, and magnetic sensors. It's designed to enhance your privacy and safety in various locations like hotels and public spaces.

Highlights
  • Network hidden camera scan
  • Flashlight illumination detection
  • Bluetooth device detection
  • Magnetic sensor detection
  • Privacy and safety tool
Features
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CameraDetector is a tool that detects hidden cameras with high accuracy! This app can be used for some important occasions to keep you safe and private! Such as hotels, conference rooms, public places, bathrooms, etc. The App has multiple ways to detect hidden cameras: - Scan for hidden cameras in the current network - Use the flash to illuminate the subject through the red filter - Detect Bluetooth devices in the current environment - Use mobile phone magnetic sensor to detect candid camera About Subscription: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchases. - Subscriptions are automatically renewed unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - You can disable the automatic renewal function at any time by adjusting your account settings. Terms of Use: https://ec.echodatas.com/log/echodata/terms_of_use Privacy Policy: https://ec.echodatas.com/log/echodata/privacy_policy

Screenshots

Hawkeye4 screens
Camera Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Camera Detector at free with in-app purchases against Hawkeye's subscription. Camera Detector also leads on review sentiment (46% vs 33%) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 12.0). Hawkeye's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Hawkeye sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Camera Detector sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. 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 — 4.6 for Hawkeye against 4.5 for Camera Detector. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 508 and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Hawkeye's written reviews are positive against 46% of Camera Detector's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hawkeye ships an update every 3 months, Camera Detector every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Hawkeye versus Camera Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHawkeyeCamera Detector
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (508 ratings) — better4.5 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews46.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5081.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer瑞芳 段Echo Data Limited

Customer experience

Hawkeye

All ratings514 ratings
Positive90.1%
Neutral4.1%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Camera Detector

All ratings1,063 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral5.6%
Negative7.3%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive46.3%
Neutral2.4%
Negative51.2%

User reviews

Hawkeye

From 508 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Outstanding functionality
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 👍 Prompt and helpful customer service
  • 👍 Reliable and efficient solution
  • 👍 Good camera detection (for some)

Room to improve

  • ❌ No free trial
  • ❌ App doesn't work
  • ❌ Cannot identify common things
  • ❌ No way to find cameras not on network
  • ❌ Waste of money

Camera Detector

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Camera detection
  • 🚀 Effective at finding suspicious devices
  • 🔒 Provides peace of mind

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent scan results
  • 🔍 Lacks guidance on how to locate suspicious devices
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🤔 Flags common devices as suspicious

Bugs and requests

Hawkeye

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App doesn't work as described
  • Cannot find cameras not on network
  • Subscription cannot be cancelled

Requested features

4 requests
  • Offer a free trial
  • Improve camera detection capabilities
  • Provide Bluetooth detection
  • Make website accessible in English

Camera Detector

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Unable to detect known cameras
  • Scan results change with each scan

Requested features

3 requests
  • More detailed information on detected devices
  • Ability to cancel subscription easily
  • Improved user interface and instructions

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Hawkeye

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Membership$4.997 Days
  • Premium Membership$9.991 Month
4 purchases

Camera Detector

Subscriptions4
  • Camera Detector VIP Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Camera Detector VIP Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Camera Detector VIP Yearly$44.991 Year
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  • Camera Detector Yearly Pro$44.991 Year

Questions

Is Hawkeye free?
Hawkeye is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Camera Detector free?
Camera Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hawkeye or Camera Detector?
Hawkeye is rated higher. Hawkeye averages 4.6 out of 5 from 508 ratings, while Camera Detector averages 4.5 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Hawkeye or Camera Detector have ads?
Neither Hawkeye nor Camera Detector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hawkeye or Camera Detector?
Hawkeye ships an update every 3 months, and Camera Detector every 6 months. Most recently, Hawkeye was updated on October 30, 2026 and Camera Detector on October 24, 2026.

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