Comparison

ScanMaster vs Hidden Camera

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

Head to head
About

ScanMaster

This utility app helps travelers protect their privacy by detecting wireless, red dot, magnetic field, and Bluetooth devices. It also provides guides on finding spy cameras in various situations.

Highlights
  • Wireless device scanning
  • Red dot detection
  • Magnetic field scanning
  • Bluetooth scanning
  • Anti-spy camera guides
  • Privacy protection
Features
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ScanMaster is a very useful tool for travelers. The app integrates various scanning modes such as wireless scanning, red dot detection, magnetic field scanning, and Bluetooth scanning, helping you detect dangerous wireless devices and red dot devices in your room, providing more assistance for your privacy protection. In addition, we offer anti-spying cameras guides for various scenarios, so you can learn how to find spy cameras. The app includes VIP features, among which: Special weekly card membership: $3.99, Weekly card membership: $11.9, Quarterly card membership: $24.99, Lifetime membership: $27.9. Purchasing any membership unlocks all VIP features. Privacy Policy URL: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DUXFzT3FsTWlrV3Jn Technical Support & User Agreement URL: https://docs.qq.com/doc/DUWRLUGhtWW90RWlR

About

Hidden Camera

This app helps you detect hidden devices like cameras and listening equipment using various signal scanning technologies. It identifies suspicious signals and provides information to help you investigate and secure your personal space.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi scanning
  • Infrared detection
  • Magnetic detection
  • Detailed device information
  • Search guides for investigation
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Hidden Camera-Device Detector is your ultimate tool to ensure privacy and security by detecting hidden devices around you. Whether it's Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, infrared, or magnetic signals, this app equips you with the means to uncover any covert surveillance equipment and maintain control over your personal space. Utilizing advanced scanning technology, Hidden Camera-Device Detector sweeps your surroundings for any signals indicative of hidden cameras or listening devices. Through Bluetooth and Wi-Fi scanning, as well as infrared and magnetic detection capabilities, the app identifies suspicious devices nearby. Its intuitive interface provides easy access to detailed information about detected devices and offers step-by-step guides for further investigation. Key Features: -Bluetooth and Wi-Fi scanning for detecting hidden devices. -Detailed device information for identified signals. -Infrared detection to uncover covert surveillance equipment. -Magnetic detection capability to detect hidden cameras or bugs. -Access to search guides for thorough investigation and removal of hidden devices. Premium Subscriptions: Unlock even more powerful features with our premium subscription. Enjoy enhanced scanning capabilities, priority support, and ad-free usage for the ultimate peace of mind. Your iTunes account will be charged upon purchase confirmation. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal settings easily in your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://hicadedetor.info/IosAppHiddenCameraDeviceDetector_PrivacyPolicy.html Terms of Use: https://hicadedetor.info/IosAppHiddenCameraDeviceDetector_TermsOfUse.html Support: Need assistance or have feedback? Our support team is here to help. Contact us at matthias.herz77@gmail.com for prompt assistance. Take control of your privacy with Hidden Camera-Device Detector. With its comprehensive detection capabilities and user-friendly interface, you can rest assured knowing that your personal space is secure from prying eyes and ears. Download now and reclaim your peace of mind.

Screenshots

ScanMaster3 screens
Hidden Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScanMaster at 5.0 against Hidden Camera's 4.5. ScanMaster also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (25% vs 0%). Hidden Camera's advantage is ratings volume (180 vs 4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. ScanMaster sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Hidden Camera sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScanMaster holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Camera has 180 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of ScanMaster's written reviews are positive against 0% of Hidden Camera's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScanMaster ships an update every 5 weeks, Hidden Camera every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
ScanMaster versus Hidden Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanMasterHidden Camera
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.5 (180 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4180 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWuhan Starlink Network Technology Co., Ltd.Vicky Harris

Customer experience

ScanMaster

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Hidden Camera

All ratings180 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral3.9%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

ScanMaster

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Membership-New version$3.997 Days
  • Weekly membership$11.907 Days
  • Seasonal membership$24.993 Months
One-time2
  • Forever membership$27.90
  • 超级会员$29.99
6 purchases

Hidden Camera

Subscriptions6
  • Hidden Camera-Device Detector$6.997 Days
  • Home Security & WIFI Analyzer3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Hidden Camera-Device Detector$14.991 Month
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  • Hidden Camera-Device Detector3 Days trial$15.991 Month
  • Hidden Camera-Device Detector$83.991 Year
  • Secret Home Camera Finder3 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is ScanMaster free?
ScanMaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hidden Camera free?
Hidden Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScanMaster or Hidden Camera?
ScanMaster is rated higher. ScanMaster averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Hidden Camera averages 4.5 from 180 ratings.
Do ScanMaster or Hidden Camera have ads?
Hidden Camera shows ads; ScanMaster does not.
Which is updated more often, ScanMaster or Hidden Camera?
ScanMaster ships an update every 5 weeks, and Hidden Camera every 4 months. Most recently, ScanMaster was updated on September 3, 2026 and Hidden Camera on September 26, 2026.

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