# Secret vs Stud Finder

The clearest difference is rating: Stud Finder at 4.7 against Secret's 3.0. Stud Finder also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (18.5 vs 26.0). Secret's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stud Finder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Secret asks for nothing beyond the download.

Stud Finder holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Secret | Stud Finder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secret/id405805873/reviews) | **[4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder-wallx/id6753581688/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | 54.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 13 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **18.5** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [curmi.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/354900328) | [Kiryl Nazarau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1762044994) |

## What reviewers say

### Secret

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secret/id405805873)

Securely send and receive encrypted messages that only the intended recipient can read. Protect your private conversations with end-to-end encryption and a password. Messages are not stored on your device after decryption.

**Highlights:** End-to-end message encryption, Password protection for decryption, Shake to clear messages, Messages not stored on device, Supports any language and emoji, Multiple language localizations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Stud Finder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stud-finder-wallx/id6753581688)

This utility app transforms your phone into a stud and metal detector. It offers instant detection, smart calibration, and real-time feedback to help you locate hidden objects behind walls for home projects.

**Highlights:** Instant stud detection, Metal object finder, Smart calibration, Real-time feedback, Easy to use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Secret free?

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

### Is Stud Finder free?

Stud Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Secret or Stud Finder?

Stud Finder is rated higher. Secret averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Stud Finder averages 4.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Secret or Stud Finder have ads?

Neither Secret nor Stud Finder shows ads.

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