# Fing vs Camera Detector App

The clearest difference is monetization model: Fing at free with in-app purchases against Camera Detector App's subscription. Fing also leads on review sentiment (35% vs 20%) and ratings volume (116K vs 9.9K). Camera Detector App's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fing sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months and Camera Detector App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fing holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fing has 116K ratings behind it against 9.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Fing's written reviews are positive against 20% of Camera Detector App's.

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, Camera Detector App every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fing | Camera Detector App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (116K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107/reviews)** | [4.4 (9.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-detector-app/id6449518978/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **116K** | 9.9K |
| Positive reviews | **35.4% of reviews** | 20.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#156** | — |
| Size | 225 MB | 217 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fing Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1418008243) | [HMA Mobile LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1646376297) |

## What reviewers say

### Fing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107)

**Currently charting:** #156 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Identify all devices on your WiFi network to understand who is connected, check for security threats, and troubleshoot network issues. It offers tools for speed testing, device analysis, and security alerts, with advanced features available through an optional hardware add-on.

**Highlights:** Network scanning and device discovery, Device identification (IP, MAC, vendor), Internet speed testing, Network security alerts, Port scanning and DNS lookup, Advanced device analysis

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months Ads-free | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months Ads-free | $1.49 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Ads-free | $2.49 | per year |
| Starter 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Starter 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🔒 Helpful for network security
- 👍 Excellent network utility
- 👍 Easy to use and informative
- 👍 Useful for network troubleshooting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Aggressive push for paid subscription
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤔 Confusing UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Inconsistent device detection across platforms
- Speed test functionality not working
- Saved device settings not persisting
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add option to disable ads
- Improve device identification and naming
- Restore ability to view MAC addresses
- Enhance port scanning capabilities
- Add option to select speed test server


### Camera Detector App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-detector-app/id6449518978)

Scan your surroundings and Wi-Fi networks for unusual devices that may compromise your privacy. Detect hidden cameras, GPS trackers, and other potential threats using AI lens detection and network scanning. Stay safe and secure in hotels, at home, or in any sensitive location.

**Highlights:** AI Camera & Lens Detection, Wi-Fi Scanner, Bluetooth Scanner, GPS Tracker Detection, Scan History

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| All Advanced Features Annually | $34.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| Acquire all features endlessly | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Useful for detecting hidden cameras
- ⭐ Helped resolve privacy issues

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Fails to detect known cameras
- 💰 Expensive subscription required
- 🤖 Inaccurate detection of non-camera objects
- 🤔 Confusing and lacking instructions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to fix detected issues
- Inability to view app information without subscription

**Requested features**

- Improve camera detection accuracy
- Provide clear instructions and tutorials
- Offer a more affordable pricing model


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fing free?

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

### Is Camera Detector App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Fing or Camera Detector App?

Fing is rated higher. Fing averages 4.6 out of 5 from 116K ratings, while Camera Detector App averages 4.4 from 9.9K ratings.

### Do Fing or Camera Detector App have ads?

Fing shows ads; Camera Detector App does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fing or Camera Detector App?

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, and Camera Detector App every 6 weeks. Most recently, Fing was updated on September 24, 2026 and Camera Detector App on September 23, 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.*