# Device Detective vs Hidden Camera

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hidden Camera at free with in-app purchases against Device Detective's subscription. Device Detective's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Device Detective sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Hidden Camera sells 10 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 — 4.5 for Device Detective against 4.6 for Hidden Camera. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 252 and 85 respectively.

Device Detective ships an update every 11 days, Hidden Camera fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Device Detective | Hidden Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (252 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-detective-find-device/id1626989603/reviews) | **[4.6 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-spy-detector/id6452388136/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **252** | 85 |
| Positive reviews | 92.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 22 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [国强 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1633197992) | [Fiision Studio Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/674479868) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Hidden Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-spy-detector/id6452388136)

This app helps you find hidden cameras using your smartphone's camera and augmented reality. It includes a flashlight for low-light searches and is designed to protect your privacy in various locations.

**Highlights:** Scan for hidden cameras, Augmented reality markers, Built-in flashlight, Privacy protection, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $8.99 | per month |
| Montly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Device Detective free?

Device Detective 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, Device Detective or Hidden Camera?

Hidden Camera is rated higher. Device Detective averages 4.5 out of 5 from 252 ratings, while Hidden Camera averages 4.6 from 85 ratings.

### Do Device Detective or Hidden Camera have ads?

Hidden Camera shows ads; Device Detective does not.

### Which is updated more often, Device Detective or Hidden Camera?

Device Detective ships an update every 11 days, and Hidden Camera fortnightly. Most recently, Device Detective was updated on November 12, 2026 and Hidden Camera on November 3, 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.*