# Fing vs Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector

The clearest difference is monetization model: Fing at free with in-app purchases against Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector's subscription. Fing also leads on review sentiment (35% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, rating, ads 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 Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Fing against 4.6 for Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fing has 116K ratings behind it against 165, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Fing's written reviews are positive against 0% of Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector's.

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fing | Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (116K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fing-network-scanner/id430921107/reviews) | [4.6 (165 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-spy-bug-detector/id6737350119/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **116K** | 165 |
| Positive reviews | **35.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#156** | — |
| Size | 225 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fing Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1418008243) | [Linwood Beem](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850993157) |

## 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


### Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-spy-bug-detector/id6737350119)

Transform your phone into a security scanner to detect hidden cameras and unauthorized WIFI devices. Maintain your privacy in hotel rooms, rental properties, and other private spaces with advanced scanning technology. Take control of your personal security with professional detection tools.

**Highlights:** Detect hidden cameras, Analyze WIFI networks, Identify suspicious devices, Perform room scans, Privacy protection tools

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Hacking Scener | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector | $83.99 | per year |
| Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fing free?

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

### Is Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector free?

Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Fing or Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector?

Fing and Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 116K and 165 ratings respectively.

### Do Fing or Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector have ads?

Both Fing and Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fing or Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector?

Fing ships an update every 4 weeks, and Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector every 8 months. Most recently, Fing was updated on September 24, 2026 and Hidden Camera Spy Bug Detector on September 8, 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.*