# Spy vs Hidden Camera

Spy and Hidden Camera both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 45% of Spy's written reviews are positive against 0% of Hidden Camera's. Spy also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Spy sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Hidden Camera sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Spy against 4.5 for Hidden Camera. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spy has 1.1K ratings behind it against 180, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Spy's written reviews are positive against 0% of Hidden Camera's.

Spy ships an update every 4 weeks, Hidden Camera every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spy | Hidden Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-hidden-camera-detector/id6443639758/reviews)** | [4.5 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detect-tracker/id6480924058/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 180 |
| Positive reviews | **45.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 26 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [6Hive OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1537357804) | [Vicky Harris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1727519621) |

## What reviewers say

### Spy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-hidden-camera-detector/id6443639758)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy Yearly Premium Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Membership | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Membership | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Amazing app
- 🔒 Great for security
- 💡 Useful for finding hidden cameras

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 💰 Pricey
- 🚫 Scam/fraud

**Reported bugs**

- Bugs in the app
- Subscription issues
- Compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- Better instructions
- Free trial option


### Hidden Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detect-tracker/id6480924058)

This app helps you detect hidden devices like cameras and listening equipment using various signal scanning technologies. It identifies suspicious signals and provides information to help you investigate and secure your personal space.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth and Wi-Fi scanning, Infrared detection, Magnetic detection, Detailed device information, Search guides for investigation

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hidden Camera－Device Detector | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Home Security & WIFI Analyzer | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Camera－Device Detector | $14.99 | per month |
| Hidden Camera－Device Detector | $15.99 | per month |
| Hidden Camera－Device Detector | $83.99 | per year |
| Secret Home Camera Finder | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spy free?

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

### Is Hidden Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Spy or Hidden Camera?

Spy is rated higher. Spy averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Hidden Camera averages 4.5 from 180 ratings.

### Do Spy or Hidden Camera have ads?

Hidden Camera shows ads; Spy does not.

### Which is updated more often, Spy or Hidden Camera?

Spy ships an update every 4 weeks, and Hidden Camera every 4 months. Most recently, Spy was updated on September 21, 2026 and Hidden Camera on August 26, 2026.

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