# Hidden Spy Camera Detector App vs SimpleLink™ Connect

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hidden Spy Camera Detector App at 63% against SimpleLink™ Connect's 0%. Hidden Spy Camera Detector App also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 2). SimpleLink™ Connect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Spy Camera Detector App sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. SimpleLink™ Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hidden Spy Camera Detector App holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Spy Camera Detector App has 1.7K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Hidden Spy Camera Detector App's written reviews are positive against 0% of SimpleLink™ Connect's.

Hidden Spy Camera Detector App ships an update every 5 months, SimpleLink™ Connect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Spy Camera Detector App | SimpleLink™ Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-spy-camera-detector-app/id6443625244/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelink-connect/id6445892658/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **62.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 110 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AppLiks Sp. z O.O.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804335622) | [Texas Instruments](https://appshunter.io/developer/329739753) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Spy Camera Detector App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-spy-camera-detector-app/id6443625244)

This app helps you detect hidden security cameras in various locations to protect your privacy. It uses WiFi and Bluetooth scanning, along with camera lens detection filters. Manual detection tips are also provided.

**Highlights:** WiFi scanner for local network devices, Bluetooth detector for nearby devices, Camera lens detection with filters, Logging of search results, Manual detection guide

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Camera Detector Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Access | $5.99 | per month |
| Spy Camera Detector Pro | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly Access | $10.99 | per year |
| Spy Camera Detector Premium | $10.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate detection
- 🔒 Privacy protection
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 📟 Useful scanning features
- 🕵️‍♀️ Effective at finding hidden cameras

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤖 Unreliable device detection

**Reported bugs**

- Scan results not showing devices
- Camera detection feature not working
- Subscription issues and lack of support

**Requested features**

- More detailed scan results
- Better instructions and guidance
- Ability to try app before paying


### SimpleLink™ Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplelink-connect/id6445892658)

Connect your SimpleLink Launchpads to your smartphone via Bluetooth Low Energy. This utility app enables over-the-air upgrades for your devices.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity, Connects to SimpleLink Launchpads, Over-the-Air (OTA) upgrades, Smartphone integration

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Spy Camera Detector App free?

Hidden Spy Camera Detector App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SimpleLink™ Connect free?

SimpleLink™ Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Spy Camera Detector App or SimpleLink™ Connect?

Hidden Spy Camera Detector App is rated higher. Hidden Spy Camera Detector App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while SimpleLink™ Connect averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Hidden Spy Camera Detector App or SimpleLink™ Connect have ads?

Neither Hidden Spy Camera Detector App nor SimpleLink™ Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Spy Camera Detector App or SimpleLink™ Connect?

Hidden Spy Camera Detector App ships an update every 5 months, and SimpleLink™ Connect every 3 months. Most recently, Hidden Spy Camera Detector App was updated on October 21, 2026 and SimpleLink™ Connect on October 5, 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.*
