# SpyTracker vs Device Detective

SpyTracker and Device Detective both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 93% of Device Detective's written reviews are positive against 19% of SpyTracker's. Device Detective also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 weeks). SpyTracker's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (860 vs 246). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SpyTracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Device Detective sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.4 for SpyTracker against 4.5 for Device Detective. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 860 and 246 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 19% of SpyTracker's written reviews are positive against 93% of Device Detective's.

SpyTracker ships an update every 3 weeks, Device Detective every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SpyTracker | Device Detective |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (860 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spytracker-wireless-detector/id1616089649/reviews) | **[4.5 (246 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-detective-find-device/id1626989603/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **860** | 246 |
| Positive reviews | 19.2% of reviews | **92.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 14 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [晶晶 饶](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657082876) | [国强 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1633197992) |

## What reviewers say

### SpyTracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spytracker-wireless-detector/id1616089649)

Optimize your WiFi by finding the best channel and location for your router. Detect all devices connected to your network and identify nearby WiFi signals. Test your phone's ping and troubleshoot network issues for improved performance.

**Highlights:** Scan all connected devices, Best WiFi channel recommendation, Copy MAC addresses, Test phone ping, Detect nearby WiFi

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SpyPoint Premium Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| WiFi Assist Premium | $8.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Best tracking services
- 🚀 Accurate real-time tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🔒 Lacks transparency
- 🤔 Questionable legitimacy
- 🙅‍♀️ Ineffective for intended purpose
- 🚫 Useless without Wi-Fi

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues
- Tracking failures
- Compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- Detailed device information
- Ability to identify device owners
- Improved free version functionality
- Better customer support


### Device Detective

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-detective-find-device/id1626989603)

This app transforms your device into a powerful WiFi analyzer and scanner. It helps you monitor WiFi usage, set up routers, and detect hidden devices on your network. Perform speed and ping tests to optimize your wireless connection.

**Highlights:** WiFi network scanning, Hidden device detection, MAC address copying, Internet speed tests, LAN speed tests, Ping tests

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WiFi Analyzer Pro Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| WiFi Analyzer Pro Month | $9.99 | per month |
| WiFi Analyzer Pro Year | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful and accurate
- 👍 Trusted device solution
- 👍 Helpful tracker
- 👍 Recommended tracker
- 👍 Recommended finder

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Phone flashing issue
- 🐛 Photos appear white
- 🐛 App causes a mess

**Reported bugs**

- Phone flashes immediately after download
- Photos turn pure white after download
- App causes phone to be a mess


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SpyTracker free?

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

### Is Device Detective free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SpyTracker or Device Detective?

Device Detective is rated higher. SpyTracker averages 4.4 out of 5 from 860 ratings, while Device Detective averages 4.5 from 246 ratings.

### Do SpyTracker or Device Detective have ads?

Neither SpyTracker nor Device Detective shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SpyTracker or Device Detective?

SpyTracker ships an update every 3 weeks, and Device Detective every 11 days. Most recently, SpyTracker was updated on October 21, 2026 and Device Detective on October 15, 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.*