SpectrumView vs Detector.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SpectrumView
This app provides real-time audio analysis with a dynamic spectrogram and spectrum analyzer. Visualize audible and inaudible frequencies, measure tones, get feedback on speech, identify sounds, and calibrate instruments. Access recordings and snapshots easily.
- Real-time spectrogram and spectrum analyzer
- Configurable sample rate and frequency resolution
- Record, pause, and playback audio files
- Generate snapshots of spectrum data
- Web file transfer
- Tap data cursor for precise frequency and level
- Musical notes or frequency display on tap
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SPECTRUMVIEW Visualise, in real time, the frequencies that you can hear around you and even those you cannot with SpectrumView, your dynamic audio companion for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. SpectrumView provides a high-quality, real-time spectrogram and spectrum analyser display, with a configurable sample rate and frequency resolution. You can use this application to measure the highest tones you can sing, obtain visual feedback of the frequencies in your speech, identify an annoying sound, calibrate musical instruments and all sorts of acoustic analysis. Here's what it can do for you: · Refresh Spectrogram. Allows users to refresh the spectrogram so that it clears the spectrogram that had already been displayed. · Change min and max scale. Allows users to set their own minimum and maximum scale value on the spectrogram and spectrum analyser view, in both linear and log scale. · Set Recording filename. Recording filenames are editable and the suffix can be set to have an incremental value or date/time. · Generate snapshot of the spectrum data from playback and live recordings. [IAP] · Access recordings and snapshots using the "Files" app. All the data can be easily accessible using the "Files" app that is available from iOS 11. · Web File Transfer. Allows you to access your files from another device using a web browser. [IAP] · Logarithmic scale. Allows you to set either linear or logarithmic frequency scales in the Spectrogram and Spectrum Analyser views. [IAP] · Peak hold. Allows you to freeze and hold the peaks of the frequency envelope (three holds in three distinct colours) in Spectrum Analyser mode. [IAP] · Save location. Never forget where a clip was recorded – uses the devices location services. · Auto lock disabled. During playback and recordings auto lock is disabled to prevent the device from automatically locking (if enabled), for uninterrupted recording/playback · Multiple selectable sample rates from 8,000 Hz to 48,000 Hz · High-frequency resolution with configurable signal analysis window lengths or Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) orders. · Sound intensity represented using a colour spectrum scale from -96 dBFS to 0 dBFS. · Frequency Pinch-to-Zoom. Allows you to zoom into the frequency space to look at a specific tone or frequency. [IAP] · Recording and Playback of Audio Files. Provides a fully functional audio recorder that allows you to record, pause and play back files in high-quality, uncompressed, wave format. · Tap Data Cursor. Allows taps on any part of the Spectrogram or Spectrum Analyser display to obtain the exact frequency in Hertz (Hz) and level in decibels (dB) at that point. · Musical Notes or Frequency Display on Tap. Selectable frequency or musical pitch notation to obtain the cent-accurate musical note e.g. A4 (22), when the display is tapped. · Live Spectrogram and Spectrum Analyser Views of Recorded Files. Files recorded can be played back and the Spectrogram and Spectrum Analyser modes can be used to review the audio. · Sharing Recorded Files by Email or iTunes File-sharing. · High Quality Screenshots. · *Improved* Soundcloud support. Audio files can be uploaded to or downloaded from Soundcloud as well as being able to post audio to Facebook. [IAP] · Playback from iTunes library. Files can now be analysed directly form the iTunes library. · *NEW* Import audio from videos in your device library. · Fullscreen mode. Hide the menu at the bottom of the screen to get even more of the screen dedicated to frequency analysis. · Selectable spectrogram colour scales. You can now select one of 7 colour scales for your spectrogram. · Selectable window functions. You can now see the window function options provided. · Apply gain. A maximum of 24dB gain can be applied to make ‘hard to see’ details easier to view. · Open In. Audio files can be directly opened in SpectrumView. View files sent by email directly in SpectrumView.
Detector.
This app uses your phone's sensors to scan for hidden signals, wireless activity, and environmental anomalies. It helps inspect spaces for suspicious devices and provides detailed reports for privacy and security analysis. Features include room mapping, risk assessment, and device diagnostics.
- Hidden signal scanning
- Device analysis
- Room mapping
- Risk assessment
- Detailed reporting
- Environmental anomaly detection
- Offline mode
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Detector – Hidden Signal Scanner & Device Analyzer See what your eyes cannot — using your phone. Detector is a privacy, security, and environmental analysis app that helps inspect hotel rooms, vacation rentals, offices, vehicles, and other spaces for unusual signals, wireless activity, suspicious devices, and environmental anomalies. Using your devices built-in sensors and wireless capabilities, Detector combines scanning tools, room mapping, risk analysis, reporting, and device diagnostics in one app. Full Scan Perform a comprehensive room inspection and create a detailed investigation report. Features include: • Room Mapping & Coverage Tracking • Spatial Findings & Risk Markers • Timeline-Based Event Tracking • Risk Summary Reports • Historical Scan Archive • Sensor-Specific Findings • Suspicious Activity Logging • Photo Evidence Capture • Notes & Investigation Records • PDF Export & Sharing Detection Tools Detector combines multiple technologies into a single workflow: • Infrared / Lens Detection • Ultrasound Analysis • Magnetic Field Detection • Light & Flicker Monitoring • Motion Detection • Pressure Monitoring • Bluetooth (BLE) Scanner • Wi-Fi Scanner • Ultra Wideband (UWB) Analysis • NFC Tag & Device Detection • Cellular Network Analysis • GPS Anomaly Monitoring Reports & Investigation Tools Review current and historical findings with detailed reporting features. • Session Reports • Historical Reports • Timeline View • Risk Classification • Detailed Finding Records • Full Scan Reports • Print, Copy & PDF Export Track scans over time and compare findings across multiple locations and sessions. Device Utilities • Battery Report • Device Health History • Performance Report • Internet Speed Test • Storage Cleaner Privacy-Focused Design • Privacy-First Approach • Local Scan History • Offline Mode Available • No Account Required • Minimal Data Collection Ideal For • Travelers • Hotel Guests • Vacation Rental Users • Journalists • Investigators • Security Professionals • Privacy-Conscious Individuals • Anyone Curious About Hidden Signals and Wireless Activity Additional Features • Support for 77+ Languages • Historical Scan Storage • Photo Documentation • Risk-Based Detection System • Room Coverage Tracking • PDF Export & Sharing • Offline Mode (Subscription) • Ad-Free Experience (Subscription) Detector helps you understand the signals, devices, and environmental activity around you, providing tools for inspection, analysis, documentation, and awareness. Note: Detector uses available device sensors and wireless technologies to analyze environmental conditions, identify compatible nearby devices and tags, and highlight unusual activity patterns. Results should be used as indicators and informational guidance rather than definitive proof of surveillance devices or security threats. LICENSED APPLICATION END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: SpectrumView at 63% against Detector.'s 0%. SpectrumView also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Detector.'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 10 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SpectrumView sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Detector. sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SpectrumView ships an update every 10 months, Detector. weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SpectrumView | Detector. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (74 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 62.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 74 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 176 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Oxford Wave Research Ltd. | Olga Ivanova |
Customer experience
SpectrumView
Detector.
Bugs and requests
SpectrumView
Reported bugs
11 issues- App crashes on startup after updates
- Crashes when attempting to zoom on spectrograms
- Crashes when playing files from iTunes library
- Microphone hijacking error messages
- Pinch-to-zoom and pan features not functioning properly
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- App freezes when backgrounded
- Spectrogram resets when rotating device orientation
- Audio plays through speaker instead of headphones
- Blank screen with no display output
- Incompatibility with older iOS versions
- Requires in-app purchase prompts for all features after iCloud restore
Requested features
13 requests- Logarithmic frequency scale for audio analysis
- Adjustable time scale/window for spectrograms
- Ability to analyze audio from music library/iTunes
- Longer-term averaging for spectrum analyzer
- A-weighting frequency selection
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- Batch delete option for recordings
- Real-time audio input from playing songs
- Metadata storage (timestamp, location) in WAV files
- SPL meter functionality
- 3D display option
- Adjustable color range for spectrogram
- Auto-readout of highest amplitude frequency
- Higher frequency range support (above 20kHz)
Detector.
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SpectrumView
- Enable peak hold$0.99
- Access iTunes and SoundCould$0.99
- Generate data snapshot$0.99
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- Enable Log Scale$1.99
- Disable recording length limit$1.99
- Enable pinch to zoom$1.99
- Enable Web File Transfer$1.99
Detector.
- detector_by_oliva_subscription$1.991 Month
- detector_by_oliva_donation$1.99







