# Drone Scanner vs Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy

The clearest difference is rating: Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy at 4.4 against Drone Scanner's 1.9. Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy also leads on ratings volume (4.1K vs 147) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). Drone Scanner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Drone Scanner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy has 4.1K ratings behind it against 147, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of Drone Scanner's written reviews are positive against 24% of Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy's.

Drone Scanner ships an update every 3 months, Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drone Scanner | Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (147 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drone-scanner/id1644548782/reviews) | **[4.4 (4.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detector-findspy/id6469943309/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 147 | **4.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 15.9% of reviews | **24.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 41 MB | 184 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Dronetag](https://appshunter.io/developer/1527565212) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### Drone Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drone-scanner/id1644548782)

Transform your device into a drone scanner to track nearby flights in real-time. View detailed flight information, including pilot data and location history, on an interactive map. The app is updated to comply with current EU and US regulations.

**Highlights:** Real-time drone tracking, Detailed drone information, Interactive flight map, Support for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi broadcasts, Flying zone highlighting, Data export functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works as advertised
- 🚀 Great app for Android
- 💡 Excellent Remote ID scanner

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not work on iOS
- 🐛 Unable to detect drones
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 🔒 Collects personal information

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to locate drones in proximity
- Inaccurate location tracking

**Requested features**

- Add support for WiFi-based Remote ID
- Add support for more drone models
- Allow changing units from metric to imperial


### Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detector-findspy/id6469943309)

Detect hidden surveillance devices like cameras and listening tools in unfamiliar places. Protect your privacy in hotels, rentals, and public spaces using network, Bluetooth, magnetic field, and infrared scanning.

**Highlights:** Network Scan for cameras, Bluetooth Device Detection, Magnetic Field Analysis, Infrared Scanning, Privacy Protection Tool

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly $4.99 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly $6.99 | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| FindSpy Pro Weekly | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| FindSpy Pro Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Special Sale | $14.99 | per year |
| FindSpy Pro HalfYear | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| FindSpy Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| 20 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 50 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| 100 Credits | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient scanning
- 🔒 Helps detect hidden cameras
- 👍 Useful for Airbnb guests
- 👍 Works well enough

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent readings
- 🐛 Doesn't detect known cameras
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 No free trial

**Reported bugs**

- Stuck on purchase screen
- Doesn't work as advertised
- Unreliable detection

**Requested features**

- Provide more details on detected devices
- Improve Bluetooth scanning accuracy


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drone Scanner free?

Drone Scanner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy free?

Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Drone Scanner or Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy?

Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy is rated higher. Drone Scanner averages 1.9 out of 5 from 147 ratings, while Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy averages 4.4 from 4.1K ratings.

### Do Drone Scanner or Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy have ads?

Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy shows ads; Drone Scanner does not.

### Which is updated more often, Drone Scanner or Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy?

Drone Scanner ships an update every 3 months, and Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy every 4 weeks. Most recently, Drone Scanner was updated on October 24, 2026 and Hidden Camera Detector FindSpy on October 24, 2026.

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