Comparison

Find My iPhone vs Detector

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

Head to head
About

Find My iPhone

Locate misplaced Apple devices like iPhones, iPads, and Macs on a map. Remotely lock your device, play a sound, display a message, or erase all data to protect your information. Includes a Lost Mode for enhanced tracking and security.

Highlights
  • Locate devices on a map
  • Play sound remotely
  • Remotely lock device
  • Display custom Lock Screen message
  • Erase all device data
  • Lost Mode with location history
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Find My iPhone: If you misplace your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac, the Find My iPhone app will let you use any iOS device to find it and protect your data. Simply install this free app, open it, and sign in with the Apple ID you use for iCloud. Find My iPhone will help you locate your missing device on a map, remotely lock it, play a sound, display a message, or erase all the data on it. For missing iOS devices, Find My iPhone also includes Lost Mode. Lost Mode locks your device with a passcode and can display a custom message and contact phone number right on the Lock Screen. While in Lost Mode, your device can keep track of where it has been and report back so you can view its recent location history, right from the Find My iPhone app. Please note that Find My iPhone must be enabled in iCloud settings on your device before you can locate it with this app. FEATURES • Locate your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac on a map  • Play a sound for two minutes at full volume (even if your device is set to silent) • Remotely lock your device with a passcode • Display a custom message on the Lock Screen • View recent location history of your device while in Lost Mode (iOS devices) • Get driving directions to device location • Remotely erase all content and settings on your device • Battery charge indicator New for iOS 9: • View your current location and the location of your missing device on the same map. • Cancel a pending erase request if your missing device is offline. How Your Data is used When you use Find My iPhone, your device’s location, as well as information about your device and your account will be sent to and retained by Apple so Apple can provide you with the service. Your device’s location is only sent to Apple if you actively request the location of a device or accessory. If you choose to enable the Send Last Location feature, your device’s last known location will be automatically sent to Apple any time your device’s battery reaches a critically low level. Apple retains location information and makes it accessible to you for 24 hours, after which it is deleted. Supported languages: English, Arabic, Australian English, Brazilian Portuguese, British English, Canadian French, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hong Kong Chinese, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Mexican Spanish, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese REQUIREMENTS • Find My iPhone 4.0 requires iOS 8 or later and iCloud. You can create a free Apple ID to use with iCloud on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Mac.  • Wi-Fi or cellular internet connection is required. WiFi-only devices must be connected to the Internet via a registered Wi-Fi network to be located.

About

Detector

Detect hidden spy devices like cameras and microphones using advanced technology. This app helps you safeguard your privacy by scanning for Bluetooth, magnetic fields, infrared, and Wi-Fi signals. Restore peace of mind by unmasking intrusive gadgets in your surroundings.

Highlights
  • Multi-faceted detection (Bluetooth, magnetic, infrared, Wi-Fi)
  • User-friendly interface
  • Real-time alerts
  • Customizable settings
  • Portable and convenient
Features
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Detect your lost device and find spy equipment. Introducing the Ultimate "Find Spy Device": Unmasking Intruders with Cutting-Edge Technology! Are you concerned about your privacy being invaded by hidden spy devices? Worried about confidential information falling into the wrong hands? Fear no more! We have the perfect solution for you - our state-of-the-art "Find Spy Device". With our advanced software, you can now effortlessly detect and expose any suspicious spy devices lurking in your surroundings. Whether it's a hidden camera, a covert microphone, or any other intrusive gadget, our detector has got you covered. Say goodbye to the paranoia and restore your peace of mind! What sets our "Find Spy Device" apart from the competition? Let's explore its remarkable features: 1. Multi-Faceted Detection: Our detector employs a combination of cutting-edge technologies, including Bluetooth, magnetic field, infrared and Wi-Fi, to ensure comprehensive coverage. No matter how cleverly disguised the spy device may be, our software will unveil its true identity. 2. User-Friendly Interface: Designed with simplicity in mind, our intuitive interface allows even the most technologically challenged individuals to operate the detector effortlessly. With just a few taps, you can initiate a scan and receive instant results. 3. Real-Time Alerts: Our "Find Spy Device" provides real-time notifications when it detects any suspicious activity. Be it a hidden camera transmitting signals or an eavesdropping microphone, our software will alert you immediately, enabling you to take swift action. 4. Customizable Settings: We understand that each user's requirements may vary. That's why our detector offers customizable settings, allowing you to tailor the scanning parameters based on your specific needs. You are in control! 5. Portable and Convenient: Our "Find Spy Device" is designed to be your trusty companion wherever you go. Whether you're traveling for business or staying in a hotel, you're ready to safeguard your privacy. Don't let your personal or professional life be compromised by hidden spy devices any longer. Take charge of your security with our "Find Spy Device". Trust in our cutting-edge technology to expose the invisible threats and protect what matters most to you. Download our "Find Spy Device" today and experience the peace of mind you deserve. Safeguard your privacy, unmask the intruders, and stay one step ahead of the spies!

Screenshots

Find My iPhone4 screens
Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Find My iPhone at none against Detector's shown. Find My iPhone also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 558) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Detector's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Find My iPhone has 10K ratings behind it against 558, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Find My iPhone's written reviews are positive against 87% of Detector's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Find My iPhone ships an update every 3 months, Detector every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Find My iPhone versus Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFind My iPhoneDetector
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (10K ratings)4.6 (558 ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.3% of reviews87.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10K — better558
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApple长金 胡

Customer experience

Find My iPhone

All ratings10,108 ratings
Positive77.4%
Neutral6.6%
Negative16.0%
Written reviews2,129 reviews
Positive58.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative34.5%

Detector

All ratings531 ratings
Positive88.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews154 reviews
Positive87.0%
Neutral3.2%
Negative9.7%

User reviews

Find My iPhone

From 10K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate location tracking
  • 🔒 Ability to lock and erase lost devices
  • 👍 Helpful in recovering lost/stolen devices
  • 🚨 Alerts when device is tampered with

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent location accuracy
  • 🔋 Requires device to be online and powered on
  • 🤖 Lacks ability to track offline devices
  • 💤 Slow location updates

Detector

From 558 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works as advertised
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🔍 Variety of detection methods
  • 💡 Helpful for finding lost devices
  • 🔒 Useful for security purposes

Room to improve

  • 🔋 High ad frequency
  • 📍 Inaccurate distance measurements
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices

Bugs and requests

Find My iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to update app on older devices
  • Persistent update notifications on unsupported devices
  • Inability to remove app from unsupported devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to track offline devices
  • Improved location accuracy and real-time tracking
  • Ability to take photos/videos from lost device
  • Customizable alert sounds

Detector

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Inability to detect some known devices
  • Freezing or crashing issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to remove ads for a fee
  • Improved accuracy for distance and location tracking
  • More detailed information on detected devices

In-app purchases

None

Find My iPhone

No in-app purchases

None

Detector

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Find My iPhone free?
Find My iPhone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Detector free?
Detector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Find My iPhone or Detector?
Detector is rated higher. Find My iPhone averages 4.2 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Detector averages 4.6 from 558 ratings.
Do Find My iPhone or Detector have ads?
Detector shows ads; Find My iPhone does not.
Which is updated more often, Find My iPhone or Detector?
Find My iPhone ships an update every 3 months, and Detector every 10 days. Most recently, Find My iPhone was updated on November 8, 2026 and Detector on November 6, 2026.

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