# Metal Detector and Spy Camera vs Magnetometer

The clearest difference is price: Metal Detector and Spy Camera at Free against Magnetometer's $0.99. Metal Detector and Spy Camera also leads on update cadence (every 5 months vs every 34 months) and ratings volume (11K vs 13). Magnetometer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (86% vs 57%). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Metal Detector and Spy Camera is free to download; Magnetometer costs $0.99 up front. Metal Detector and Spy Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Magnetometer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Magnetometer holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Metal Detector and Spy Camera has 11K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Metal Detector and Spy Camera's written reviews are positive against 86% of Magnetometer's.

Metal Detector and Spy Camera ships an update every 5 months, Magnetometer every 34 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Metal Detector and Spy Camera | Magnetometer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-detector-and-spy-camera/id409682366/reviews) | **[4.4 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnetometer/id1662997574/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 57.0% of reviews | **85.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 months** | Every 34 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Paid** |
| Size | 80 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Giorgia De Giorgi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721878045) | [Bogdan Gavriluta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584690995) |

## What reviewers say

### Metal Detector and Spy Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-detector-and-spy-camera/id409682366)

This app acts as a versatile detection toolkit, helping you find hidden metal objects, magnetic fields, and potential spy cameras. It also includes tools to check your WiFi network for unknown devices and scan your email for data breaches, enhancing your safety and aiding home improvement projects.

**Highlights:** Metal detector, Magnetic field detector, WiFi device scanner, Hidden camera finder, Email breach checker, Stud finder

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly premium | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Helpful for finding metal objects
- 🔍 Accurate metal detection
- 💡 Useful for finding property markers
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work consistently
- 🐛 Inaccurate readings
- 🔒 Potential privacy/security concerns
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes frequently
- Sensitivity issues
- Inconsistent performance

**Requested features**

- More detailed instructions on how to use
- Ability to detect more types of metals
- Improved sensitivity and accuracy
- Compatibility with more phone models


### Magnetometer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnetometer/id1662997574)

This application uses your iPhone's compass to detect electromagnetic interference, helping you find metal objects or magnets. It's designed for fun and experimental purposes, not as a professional tool. Discover hidden metal items or simply explore the magnetic fields around you.

**Highlights:** Detects metal and magnets, Uses iPhone's compass, Measures EMF interference, Fun and experimental use, Simple user interface

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Metal Detector and Spy Camera free?

Metal Detector and Spy Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Magnetometer free?

Magnetometer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Metal Detector and Spy Camera or Magnetometer?

Magnetometer is rated higher. Metal Detector and Spy Camera averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Magnetometer averages 4.4 from 13 ratings.

### Do Metal Detector and Spy Camera or Magnetometer have ads?

Neither Metal Detector and Spy Camera nor Magnetometer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Metal Detector and Spy Camera or Magnetometer?

Metal Detector and Spy Camera ships an update every 5 months, and Magnetometer every 34 months. Most recently, Metal Detector and Spy Camera was updated on November 6, 2026 and Magnetometer 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.*