# Device Scanner Detect vs Alertplates

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Alertplates at 100% against Device Scanner Detect's 0%. Alertplates also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Device Scanner Detect's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and ratings volume (50 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Device Scanner Detect sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Alertplates sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Alertplates holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Scanner Detect has 50 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Device Scanner Detect's written reviews are positive against 100% of Alertplates's.

Device Scanner Detect ships an update weekly, Alertplates monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 26, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Device Scanner Detect | Alertplates |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-scanner-detect/id6473727425/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alertplates/id6743370947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **50** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 15 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [usmaidi saputra](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814068872) | [Alertplates LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/719680350) |

## What reviewers say

### Device Scanner Detect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-scanner-detect/id6473727425)

Detect hidden surveillance devices and find lost Bluetooth items. Protect your privacy in public spaces and locate your misplaced gadgets with sound and vibration alerts.

**Highlights:** Detect covert infrared devices, Block suspicious devices, Scan for lost Bluetooth devices, Sound and vibration alerts for Bluetooth, Locate Bluetooth devices on map, Check device IP, MAC, and model

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Device Scanner Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Device Scanner Month | $6.99 | per month |
| Device Scanner 6 Months | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Device Scanner Year | $29.99 | per year |


### Alertplates

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alertplates/id6743370947)

This app allows vehicle owners to receive anonymous alerts about potential issues with their parked cars, such as suspicious individuals or damage. Users can also share brief, time-limited alerts for specific areas to enhance community safety.

**Highlights:** Anonymous license plate alerts, Suspicious person notifications, Damage or tampering alerts, Opt-in plate registration, Area-based alert notifications, 12-hour area alert map

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Subscription | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Device Scanner Detect free?

Device Scanner Detect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alertplates free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Device Scanner Detect or Alertplates?

Alertplates is rated higher. Device Scanner Detect averages 4.6 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Alertplates averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Device Scanner Detect or Alertplates have ads?

Neither Device Scanner Detect nor Alertplates shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Device Scanner Detect or Alertplates?

Device Scanner Detect ships an update weekly, and Alertplates monthly. Most recently, Device Scanner Detect was updated on August 26, 2026 and Alertplates on May 17, 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.*