Comparison

OffTV vs Hidden

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

OffTV

This app transforms your device into a universal remote for compatible TVs. It works with a specific hardware sensor to allow you to control televisions, even those not directly compatible. It's great for pranks or silencing unwanted broadcasts.

Highlights
  • Universal TV remote functionality
  • Requires RedJack hardware sensor
  • Control compatible TVs
  • Prank functionality
  • Block unwanted TV broadcasts
Features
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ATTENTION: Requires additional hardware sold separately (see below for detail). OffTV turn your device into a huge universal switch to any compatible TV. Do not worry about the codes of the original remote, but just point, click, wait and enjoy the magic. Unique in union with our hardware RedJack®, the cheapest infrared sensor on the market, will allow you to turn off any television, including those compatible, you are ahead. You can make jokes to your friends, or turn off the annoying television commercials stations, airports and shopping malls. See it in action https://youtu.be/rELQ7GPP3gI You can buy RedJack® on: Amazon Italy http://goo.gl/AvXoDH Amazon Spain http://goo.gl/ebzupA Amazon German http://goo.gl/Q8Dizs Amazon France http://goo.gl/TpAKWf Amazon UK http://goo.gl/BXGvcA TV compatibility list (Vendor ID): Samsung (code 0060, 0672, 0840, 1340) Sony (code 0000,0838, 1533, 1038) Philips (code 0081, 0065, 0667) LG (Code 0511, 1353, 1206, 1280, 2210, 2021 ) Panasonic (Code 0051, 0678, 0254) Sharp (Code 0093, 0121, 0815, 1221, le925e, xd1e) Bang&Olufsen (generico) Pioneer(generico, 0788, 1734)

About

Hidden

Protect your privacy by detecting hidden cameras and spy devices in unfamiliar locations. This app uses your iPhone's sensors and camera to scan for electronic equipment, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, infrared, and magnetic fields. It also provides a privacy guide with tips for manual inspections.

Highlights
  • Hidden camera detection
  • Spy camera scanning
  • Wi-Fi scanner
  • Bluetooth scanner
  • Infrared scanner
  • Magnetic field scanner
  • Privacy guide
Features
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Detect Hidden Cameras & Spy Devices Protect your privacy with Hidden - Spy Camera Detector. Use your iPhone to help detect hidden cameras, inspect suspicious places, and scan for nearby electronic devices using available device capabilities. Whether you're staying in a hotel, Airbnb, office, rental apartment, changing room, or another unfamiliar place, the app helps you perform quick privacy inspections and find potential hidden cameras and spy devices. Features Hidden Camera Detector Help detect hidden cameras and inspect suspicious locations using your device sensors. Spy Camera Scanner Scan nearby areas and perform manual inspections to help find hidden cameras and electronic devices. Wi-Fi Scanner View nearby Wi-Fi networks and discover connected devices to help identify unknown or unexpected equipment on your local network. Bluetooth Scanner Scan nearby Bluetooth devices, monitor signal strength, and help locate wireless devices around you. Infrared Scanner Use your device camera to inspect possible infrared light sources that may indicate night vision cameras on supported devices. Magnetic Field Scanner Monitor magnetic field changes using compatible hardware to help identify nearby electronic equipment. Signal Strength Meter Estimate the proximity of detected Bluetooth devices using real-time signal strength indicators. Privacy Guide Learn common hidden camera locations and follow practical recommendations for manual inspections. Perfect For Hotels Airbnb Vacation Rentals Offices Meeting Rooms Changing Rooms Public Restrooms Rental Apartments Travel Why Choose Hidden - Spy Camera Detector Hidden Camera Detector Hidden Camera Finder Spy Camera Detector Spy Camera Scanner Detect Hidden Camera Find Hidden Cameras Wi-Fi Scanner Bluetooth Scanner Infrared Scanner Magnetic Sensor Detection Fast Room Scanning Simple Interface Privacy Inspection Tips Important Information Hidden - Spy Camera Detector assists users in inspecting unfamiliar environments using available device capabilities. Detection results depend on device hardware, supported sensors, surrounding electronics, and environmental conditions. The app is intended to assist with manual privacy inspections and does not guarantee detection of hidden surveillance devices.

Screenshots

OffTV3 screens
Hidden4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hidden at 100% against OffTV's 50%. Hidden also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (23 vs 2). OffTV's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hidden holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden has 23 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of OffTV's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hidden's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OffTV ships an update every 5 months, Hidden every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
OffTV versus Hidden: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOffTVHidden
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings223 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS7.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMattia ConfalonieriEgor Barabash

Customer experience

OffTV

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Hidden

All ratings23 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

OffTV

No in-app purchases

None

Hidden

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OffTV free?
OffTV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hidden free?
Hidden is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, OffTV or Hidden?
Hidden is rated higher. OffTV averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Hidden averages 4.6 from 23 ratings.
Do OffTV or Hidden have ads?
Neither OffTV nor Hidden shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OffTV or Hidden?
OffTV ships an update every 5 months, and Hidden every 2 months. Most recently, OffTV was updated on September 30, 2026 and Hidden on October 8, 2026.

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