# iDetector! vs VNCtalk

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VNCtalk at none against iDetector!'s 1. VNCtalk also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months). iDetector!'s advantage is iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 12.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iDetector! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. VNCtalk asks for nothing beyond the download.

iDetector! ships an update every 7 months, VNCtalk every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iDetector! | VNCtalk |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idetector/id586504977/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2** | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 7 MB | 272 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Kobi Snir](https://appshunter.io/developer/393343394) | [VNC - Virtual Network Consult AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1321932949) |

## What reviewers say

### iDetector!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idetector/id586504977)

This app alerts you if your device is touched or moved while you're away. Choose from motion, pocket, or power detection modes to secure your phone.

**Highlights:** Motion detection mode, Pocket/bag detection mode, Power connection/disconnection alarm, Customizable alarm triggers, Simple interface

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Enable Capture Mode & Remove Ads | $10.99 | one-time |


### VNCtalk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vnctalk/id1400937435)

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iDetector! free?

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

### Is VNCtalk free?

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

### Do iDetector! or VNCtalk have ads?

Neither iDetector! nor VNCtalk shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iDetector! or VNCtalk?

iDetector! ships an update every 7 months, and VNCtalk every 6 weeks. Most recently, iDetector! was updated on October 11, 2026 and VNCtalk on September 19, 2026.

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