# Detector vs MAC Vendors

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Detector at 87% against MAC Vendors's 0%. Detector also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and rating (4.6 vs 4.1). MAC Vendors's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 12.0). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MAC Vendors sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Detector asks for nothing beyond the download.

Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Detector has 557 ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Detector's written reviews are positive against 0% of MAC Vendors's.

Detector ships an update every 10 days, MAC Vendors every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Detector | MAC Vendors |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (557 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detectorfind-lostspy-device/id465214552/reviews)** | [4.1 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mac-vendors/id1286582216/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **557** | 58 |
| Positive reviews | **87.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **10.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [长金 胡](https://appshunter.io/developer/1528253434) | [Mohamed ElBasyouni](https://appshunter.io/developer/1191577116) |

## What reviewers say

### Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detectorfind-lostspy-device/id465214552)

Detect hidden spy devices like cameras and microphones using advanced technology. This app helps you safeguard your privacy by scanning for Bluetooth, magnetic fields, infrared, and Wi-Fi signals. Restore peace of mind by unmasking intrusive gadgets in your surroundings.

**Highlights:** Multi-faceted detection (Bluetooth, magnetic, infrared, Wi-Fi), User-friendly interface, Real-time alerts, Customizable settings, Portable and convenient

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works as advertised
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔍 Variety of detection methods
- 💡 Helpful for finding lost devices
- 🔒 Useful for security purposes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 High ad frequency
- 📍 Inaccurate distance measurements
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to detect some known devices
- Freezing or crashing issues

**Requested features**

- Option to remove ads for a fee
- Improved accuracy for distance and location tracking
- More detailed information on detected devices


### MAC Vendors

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mac-vendors/id1286582216)

This app helps IT professionals identify details of MAC addresses, including manufacturer information and technical specifications. It can also scan connected networks to provide details about devices on the same network.

**Highlights:** MAC address lookup, Manufacturer details, Network scanning, Device IP and MAC addresses, Embedded scanner

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade existing to pro | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Detector free?

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

### Is MAC Vendors free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Detector or MAC Vendors?

Detector is rated higher. Detector averages 4.6 out of 5 from 557 ratings, while MAC Vendors averages 4.1 from 58 ratings.

### Do Detector or MAC Vendors have ads?

Detector shows ads; MAC Vendors does not.

### Which is updated more often, Detector or MAC Vendors?

Detector ships an update every 10 days, and MAC Vendors every 2 weeks. Most recently, Detector was updated on October 26, 2026 and MAC Vendors on October 24, 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.*