# Device Locator vs Bluetooth Lost Device Finder

The clearest difference is price: Bluetooth Lost Device Finder at Free against Device Locator's $3.99. Bluetooth Lost Device Finder also leads on rating (4.2 vs 2.9) and ratings volume (693 vs 19). Device Locator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (72% vs 38%). On update cadence, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Bluetooth Lost Device Finder is free to download; Device Locator costs $3.99 up front. Device Locator sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Bluetooth Lost Device Finder sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bluetooth Lost Device Finder holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bluetooth Lost Device Finder has 693 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 72% of Device Locator's written reviews are positive against 38% of Bluetooth Lost Device Finder's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Device Locator | Bluetooth Lost Device Finder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [2.9 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-locator/id380395093/reviews) | **[4.2 (693 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-lost-device-finder/id6448752703/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19 | **693** |
| Positive reviews | **72.4% of reviews** | 37.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [eParty llc](https://appshunter.io/developer/360526986) | [Mariano Tesler](https://appshunter.io/developer/1145602455) |

## What reviewers say

### Device Locator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-locator/id380395093)

Instantly see where your family members are with real-time location updates and notifications. Track kids, elderly, and even your own devices. View location history and receive alerts when loved ones arrive or depart from designated places.

**Highlights:** Real-time family location tracking, Location history logging, Arrival/departure notifications, Device locator for lost phones, Unlimited device tracking, Apple Watch and iPad support, Remote alarm and messaging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 Minutes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock VOIP | $2.99 | one-time |
| Location History for 1 Year | $9.99 | one-time |
| Monitor 5 Places for 1 Year | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works as advertised
- 🔒 Able to lock app remotely
- 👍 Accurate location tracking
- 💡 Integrates with Google Latitude
- 👍 Minimal battery drain

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional location inaccuracies
- 🔋 Battery drain in emergency mode
- 🐛 Inconsistent update frequency
- 🐛 Inability to disable app deletion
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with iOS 4.1

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to create account
- Connectivity issues with server
- App lock can be bypassed by deletion

**Requested features**

- Ability to change password remotely
- Option to erase data remotely
- Display device usage statistics
- Audible alarm even in silent mode
- Local configuration changes


### Bluetooth Lost Device Finder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-lost-device-finder/id6448752703)

Easily locate misplaced Bluetooth devices like headphones and smartwatches. The app scans for nearby devices and uses advanced technology to pinpoint their exact location, helping you find them quickly and effortlessly.

**Highlights:** Locate lost Bluetooth devices, Scan for nearby devices, Pinpoint exact location, Find headphones, smartwatches, and more, Effortless device tracking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One week Pro subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| One week Pro subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| One week Pro subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| One week Pro subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| One week Pro subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| One week Pro subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| One year Pro subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| One year Pro subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| One year Pro subscription | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Real-time tracking
- 🔊 Loud ring function
- 📍 Saved device locations
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Forced to pay for basic features
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🐛 Inaccurate device detection

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Unable to cancel subscription
- Doesn't work with some devices

**Requested features**

- More device tracking options
- Customizable device tracking settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Device Locator free?

Device Locator costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Bluetooth Lost Device Finder free?

Bluetooth Lost Device Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Device Locator or Bluetooth Lost Device Finder?

Bluetooth Lost Device Finder is rated higher. Device Locator averages 2.9 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Bluetooth Lost Device Finder averages 4.2 from 693 ratings.

### Do Device Locator or Bluetooth Lost Device Finder have ads?

Bluetooth Lost Device Finder shows ads; Device Locator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Device Locator or Bluetooth Lost Device Finder?

Device Locator ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bluetooth Lost Device Finder every 3 weeks. Most recently, Device Locator was updated on October 16, 2026 and Bluetooth Lost Device Finder on October 9, 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.*