# Hawkeye vs Camera Detector

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hawkeye | Camera Detector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (508 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hawkeye-wifi-network-scanner/id1615984638/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-detector-hidden-device/id1621005985/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 508 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **46.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 66 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [瑞芳 段](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614069862) | [Echo Data Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619453572) |

## What reviewers say

### Hawkeye

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hawkeye-wifi-network-scanner/id1615984638)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Offer a free trial
- Improve camera detection capabilities
- Provide Bluetooth detection
- Make website accessible in English


### Camera Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-detector-hidden-device/id1621005985)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Camera Detector VIP Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Camera Detector VIP Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Camera Detector VIP Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Camera Detector Yearly Pro | $44.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to detect known cameras
- Scan results change with each scan

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*