Comparison

Stud Finder vs Aetherlink

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

Head to head
About

Stud Finder

This app detects metal objects by measuring magnetic field strength using your device's sensor. It can help locate hidden wires, pipes, screws, and act as a stud finder. Explore its practical uses or enjoy it for entertainment.

Highlights
  • Magnetic field detection
  • Metal object location
  • Stud finding capability
  • Electrical wiring detection
  • Pipe location
  • Entertainment use cases
Features
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Stud Finder turns your iPhone into a wall scanner and metal detector using the built-in magnetometer. Move your phone along a wall to spot studs, nails, screws, wiring, and other nearby metal by watching live magnetic field readings in microtesla (μT). Under normal conditions Earth’s magnetic field is about 49 μT (490 mG). When metal is close, readings rise — so you can find hidden fasteners in drywall and scan for pipes or metal debris. KEY FEATURES • Live magnetic field meter (μT / mG) • Stud finder for nails and screws behind walls • Metal and EMF-style magnetic scanning • Simple, real-time feedback for DIY and repairs BEST FOR • Hanging shelves, TVs, and frames on studs • Locating metal fasteners behind drywall • Checking for wiring or metal before drilling • Quick magnetic field checks around the home Tips: remove thick cases for better sensor accuracy. Results depend on your device’s magnetometer and wall construction. Non-magnetic metals such as pure gold, silver, or copper usually will not register; magnetic alloys may. Auto-Renewable Subscription Terms: • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • Manage or cancel in App Store Account Settings. Terms: https://sunshine-dev.com/?page_id=98

About

Aetherlink

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Aether Link - Advanced Paranormal Investigation Tool Only on Apple! EVP & VOX Communication System Our advanced EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon) detection system continuously monitors your environment for paranormal audio signatures. Using real-time frequency analysis, the app identifies voice-like patterns within the 85-2000 Hz range, the spectrum most associated with spirit communication. When audio anomalies are detected, our intelligent VOX (Voice Operated Exchange) system responds by generating speech based on what it "hears." Unlike random word generators, our VOX technology analyzes actual frequency, pitch, and intensity to select contextually appropriate responses. Low-frequency rumbles trigger warnings like "danger" or "dark," while higher-pitched sounds prompt questions like "who" or "what." The system considers EMF fluctuations, audio anomalies, and ambient interference to determine response strength - stronger paranormal activity results in clearer, more frequent communication. Custom Word Bank Support Take full control of your spirit communication with custom word banks. Load your own curated word lists tailored to your investigation style, location history, or specific entities you're attempting to contact. Whether you prefer traditional paranormal vocabulary, location-specific terms, or words relevant to historical figures, the app seamlessly integrates your custom banks while maintaining intelligent, frequency-based selection. Custom phonetic banks let you adjust speech complexity from simple yes/no responses to complex multi-syllable utterances, suitable for casual ghost hunting or serious paranormal research. ITC Text Mode & EMF Meter Switch to Text Mode for ITC (Instrumental TransCommunication) using electromagnetic field fluctuations. Using your device's magnetometer, Text Mode monitors EMF levels and generates contextually appropriate words from a 20,000-word corpus. Words are intelligently categorized by energy level: calm EMF readings produce peaceful words like "light" or "peace," while intense disturbances trigger warnings like "danger" or "run." Grammar-aware templates construct coherent phrases for meaningful communication patterns. The integrated EMF meter provides real-time readings with visual energy indicators (calm, mild, active, intense), showing exactly what environmental conditions influence responses. Barometer Mode - Atmospheric Pressure Monitoring Detect subtle atmospheric pressure changes believed to correlate with spiritual activity. Barometer Mode continuously monitors pressure using your device's built-in sensor, establishing a statistical baseline and tracking real-time deviations. View current pressure (hPa), delta from baseline, and an elegant pressure wave visualizer responding to fluctuations. Customizable audio feedback (beeps, ticks, crackle, static) responds dynamically to pressure changes, with intensity and frequency increasing based on deviation magnitude. Advanced statistical anomaly detection uses standard deviation analysis to identify unusual pressure shifts - set sensitivity from 1.5 to 4.0 standard deviations to filter normal variations from potential paranormal events. Anomalies trigger intense audio alerts and automatically log to your session with full context: pressure values, statistical metrics, and EMF correlation. Perfect for investigating oppression feelings, cold spots, or presence sensations. Professional Session Logging Every investigation is automatically recorded with comprehensive session logs capturing all events, anomalies, and environmental data for post-investigation analysis and evidence review.

Screenshots

Stud Finder3 screens
Aetherlink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Stud Finder at Free against Aetherlink's $9.99. Stud Finder also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.6). Aetherlink's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On ads 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

Stud Finder is free to download; Aetherlink costs $9.99 up front. Stud Finder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Aetherlink asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Stud Finder versus Aetherlink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStud FinderAetherlink
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.4 (47 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings47 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB4 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperSunshine Software LabsDavid Sekula

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Stud Finder

Subscriptions4
  • Get Premium Yearly Limited$9.991 Year
  • 3 Days Free Trial Weekly VIP3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • 3 Day Free Trial then Get Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Annual VIP$49.991 Year
None

Aetherlink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stud Finder free?
Stud Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aetherlink free?
Aetherlink costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stud Finder or Aetherlink have ads?
Neither Stud Finder nor Aetherlink shows ads.

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