Comparison

Hidden Camera Detector vs Spy

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

Head to head
About

Hidden Camera Detector

Detect hidden cameras and spy devices using your phone's camera, Wi-Fi, network, and Bluetooth. Features AI image recognition and a network scanner to find suspicious connections and remotely accessible devices.

Highlights
  • AI Spy Camera Image Recognition
  • Lens & IR Detector
  • Network & Wi-Fi Scanner
  • Remotely Accessible Device Scanner
  • Spy Camera Library
  • Expert Help & Guidance
Features
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The original Hidden Camera Detector — featured by Forbes, Fox, and Yahoo News. Checking into a hotel, rental, or Airbnb? Using a changing room, restroom, or office? Hidden Camera Detector helps you check your surroundings for hidden cameras, trackers, and suspicious devices using multiple detection methods in one easy app. Scan again wherever you go to see if the same trackers or devices keep appearing with you over time. Try every detection method before deciding if Pro is right for you. Built on patented detection technology developed across our consumer and enterprise security products, Hidden Camera Detector brings multiple detection methods together in one consumer app. BLUETOOTH & TRACKER SCAN Find nearby Bluetooth devices and supported trackers. Many devices are identified by name, and live signal strength helps you physically locate them. NETWORK / WI-FI SCAN Scan your local network for connected devices. Hidden Camera Detector now identifies many devices by name and type, making unfamiliar cameras and other devices easier to recognize and investigate. AI IMAGE RECOGNITION Take a photo of a suspicious object and our AI compares it with known spy cameras, returning similar images, links, and descriptions. LENS & IR REFLECTION DETECTOR Scan the space around you live for reflections that may come from a camera lens using our classic lens-detection technology. EXPERT VIDEO GUIDES — FREE Watch security professionals show where hidden cameras are commonly concealed, along with quick demonstrations of the detection methods. WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE HIDDEN CAMERA DETECTOR • Scan again over time to see if the same devices keep appearing with you • The original hidden camera detector app, built on patented detection technology and with over 2 million downloads • Featured by Forbes, Fox, and Yahoo News • Multiple detection methods — network device identification, Bluetooth and tracker locating, AI photo recognition, and live lens reflection scanning • Many network and Bluetooth devices identified by name • Live signal strength helps you locate nearby Bluetooth devices and supported trackers • Simple enough for anyone — at home, traveling, or on the go No app can guarantee it will find every hidden device, but Hidden Camera Detector gives you multiple practical ways to check a space and investigate suspicious devices with greater confidence. SUBSCRIPTION Hidden Camera Detector offers an auto-renewable subscription that unlocks full access to every detection tool. Both plans start with 3 days free — cancel anytime before they end and you won't be charged. Monthly and yearly plans are available; pricing is shown in the app before you subscribe. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Service: https://www.hcdapp.com/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://www.hcdapp.com/privacypolicy.html

About

Spy

This app uses advanced network scanning to detect hidden cameras in your vicinity with high accuracy. It identifies suspicious devices transmitting data and can help you locate them. Protect your privacy by scanning Wi-Fi networks for unauthorized surveillance equipment.

Highlights
  • Detects hidden cameras with 99.9% accuracy
  • Scans Wi-Fi networks for suspicious devices
  • Identifies cameras transmitting data
  • Helps locate hidden cameras
  • Advanced network tooling
Features
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Hidden Camera Finder is the only tool with 99.9% accuracy of detecting spy cameras! Our engineers have developed advanced network tooling to detect hidden cameras in your network. How does it work? Make sure you’re connect to the Wi-Fi network of the place you are visiting and tap on ‘Start Scanning’ and let our tool do the work. Our algorithm will scan your network and find out any device that is online. Using our advanced technology, the cameras will be marked as suspicious on the list. It will detect any cameras which are transmitting data to its owner or creating records. You can even connect to the hidden camera and locate its position! Premium Subscription info: Price: - Auto-renewable subscription : 1 Week - Per Week ($4.99), 1 Year - Per Year ($19.99) - One-time Purchase ($49.99) - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - The account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Your account will be following your plan, within 24 hours before the end of the current period. - You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings any time after purchase. - This price is for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Privacy Policy: https://revoo.studio/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://revoo.studio/terms-of-service.html

Screenshots

Hidden Camera Detector4 screens
Spy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Spy at 4.5 against Hidden Camera Detector's 3.6. Spy also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 21%) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Hidden Camera Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Spy sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Spy holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.8K and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Hidden Camera Detector's written reviews are positive against 45% of Spy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidden Camera Detector ships an update every 3 months, Spy every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Hidden Camera Detector versus Spy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHidden Camera DetectorSpy
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (1.8K ratings)4.5 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.9% of reviews45.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.8K — better1.1K
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLSC, LLC6Hive OU

Customer experience

Hidden Camera Detector

All ratings1,846 ratings
Positive63.3%
Neutral10.3%
Negative26.4%
Written reviews163 reviews
Positive20.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative76.7%

Spy

All ratings1,110 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral4.9%
Negative9.5%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive45.3%
Neutral5.7%
Negative49.1%

Bugs and requests

Hidden Camera Detector

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Spy

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Bugs in the app
  • Subscription issues
  • Compatibility problems

Requested features

2 requests
  • Better instructions
  • Free trial option

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Hidden Camera Detector

Subscriptions2
  • HCD App Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • HCD App Premium Annually3 Days trial$39.991 Year
6 purchases

Spy

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Premium Membership$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium Membership3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Spy Yearly Premium Membership$19.991 Year
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  • Yearly Premium Membership$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Premium Membership$39.99
  • Lifetime Premium Membership$59.99

Questions

Is Hidden Camera Detector free?
Hidden Camera Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spy free?
Spy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hidden Camera Detector or Spy?
Spy is rated higher. Hidden Camera Detector averages 3.6 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Spy averages 4.5 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Hidden Camera Detector or Spy have ads?
Neither Hidden Camera Detector nor Spy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hidden Camera Detector or Spy?
Hidden Camera Detector ships an update every 3 months, and Spy every 4 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Camera Detector was updated on September 26, 2026 and Spy on September 25, 2026.

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