# Spy & Hidden Camera Detector vs Hidden Camera

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hidden Camera at freemium against Spy & Hidden Camera Detector's subscription. Hidden Camera also leads on ratings volume (180 vs 37). Spy & Hidden Camera Detector's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 4 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Spy & Hidden Camera Detector sells 3 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.

Hidden Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 37 and 180 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Spy & Hidden Camera Detector ships an update every 6 days, Hidden Camera every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spy & Hidden Camera Detector | Hidden Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-and-hidden-camera-detector/id6472303280/reviews) | **[4.5 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detect-tracker/id6480924058/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 37 | **180** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 95 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Emre Erol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647713803) | [Vicky Harris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1727519621) |

## What reviewers say

### Spy & Hidden Camera Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-and-hidden-camera-detector/id6472303280)

This app helps you protect your privacy by scanning for suspicious devices using your phone's sensors. It detects nearby Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections, infrared light, and magnetic field variations to increase your awareness in unfamiliar spaces.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Scanner, IR Detector, Magnetic Field Detector, Device Details View, Scan History, Safety Tips

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Flash Sale | $14.99 | per year |
| Annual | $29.99 | per year |


### 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 & Hidden Camera Detector free?

Spy & Hidden Camera Detector 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 & Hidden Camera Detector or Hidden Camera?

Hidden Camera is rated higher. Spy & Hidden Camera Detector averages 4.3 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while Hidden Camera averages 4.5 from 180 ratings.

### Do Spy & Hidden Camera Detector or Hidden Camera have ads?

Hidden Camera shows ads; Spy & Hidden Camera Detector does not.

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

Spy & Hidden Camera Detector ships an update every 6 days, and Hidden Camera every 4 months. Most recently, Spy & Hidden Camera Detector was updated on September 9, 2026 and Hidden Camera on August 26, 2026.

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