Device Scanner Detect vs SpyAlert
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Device Scanner Detect
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.
- 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
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Worried about your private space being spied on? Feeling uneasy when checking into a hotel or stepping into a locker room? Main functions - device protection, solidly defend your privacy. - Covert infrared device detectors and device blockers. - Easy to operate and quickly discover potential spy devices. - Share the app on various social media and jointly call for the protection of privacy rights. - Check the IP address, MAC address and model of the suspicious device. Bluetooth finder, BLE scan to find lost Bluetooth devices. Help you find lost Bluetooth devices, such as headphones, watches, mobile phones or tablets. There will be sound and vibration reminders when you are within Bluetooth signal range. If you can't find the device, you can use the location function to find it on the map. Bluetooth Finder's sounds and vibrations will adjust speed based on Bluetooth signal strength. You can also see the device name, RSSI level, UUID and whether Bluetooth is connected. Bluetooth Finder will accompany you until you successfully find the device. Download now and enjoy the peace of mind that a hidden device detection app brings you. Subscription details In order to use the app, you need to purchase an auto-renewable subscription. period is provided for weekly subscription. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Terms Of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/hidden-device-sca-terms-of-use/home Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/hiddendevicescan-privacypolicy/home
SpyAlert
This app scans Wi-Fi and wired networks to detect hidden cameras in hotels, rentals, and other spaces. It identifies suspicious devices, providing details to help you verify privacy and take action if needed.
- Network camera detection
- Wi-Fi and wired network scanning
- Device name and type identification
- Network address information
- Human-readable results
- Privacy verification
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SpyAlert – Find Hidden Cameras Before They Find You Checking into a hotel, vacation rental, office, or guest room? Before you unpack… scan the network. SpyAlert helps you discover cameras connected to the same Wi-Fi or wired network you’re using—so you know what (and who) might be watching. How it works 1. Connect to Wi-Fi - Join the hotel, rental, office, or home network like you normally would. 2. Run a SpyAlert Scan - SpyAlert looks for: - Network cameras (IP cameras, baby monitors, nanny cams, doorbell cams, etc.) - Attached cameras hiding behind generic device names 3. Review Possible Cameras - For each suspicious device, SpyAlert shows: - Device name & type (when available) - Network address information - Helpful hints so you can decide what needs a closer look 4. Take Action - Armed with details, you can: - Ask your host or property manager for an explanation - Confirm whether a camera is disclosed and properly placed - Decide if you’re comfortable staying—or need to escalate When to use SpyAlert - Hotels & motels – Quickly scan the room network for unexpected cameras. - Vacation rentals & Airbnbs – Double-check that cameras are only where they’re supposed to be (like exterior doors). - Guest rooms / in-laws / roommates – Make sure your “private space” is actually private. - Home & office networks – See just how many cameras are watching your doors, driveway, nursery, or workspace. Why SpyAlert? - Peace of mind in unfamiliar places - Network-based detection – focuses on devices connected to your network - Clear, human-readable results – no dense network jargon - Conversation starter – real data you can bring to your host, manager, or building owner Important Notes SpyAlert focuses on network-connected cameras and devices visible on the network you’re using. It cannot guarantee detection of every possible camera, especially those that are: - Fully offline - On a completely separate, hidden, or isolated network - Hard-wired to recording equipment with no network access Instead, SpyAlert gives you a powerful first pass—a practical way to see what’s talking on the network and whether that looks like a camera.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SpyAlert at none against Device Scanner Detect's 4. SpyAlert also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Device Scanner Detect's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (72 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Device Scanner Detect sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. SpyAlert asks for nothing beyond the download.
SpyAlert holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Scanner Detect has 72 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Device Scanner Detect ships an update weekly, SpyAlert every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Device Scanner Detect | SpyAlert |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (72 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 72 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | usmaidi saputra | ACGAO |
Customer experience
Device Scanner Detect
SpyAlert
In-app purchases
Device Scanner Detect
- Device Scanner Week$3.997 Days
- Device Scanner Month$6.991 Month
- Device Scanner 6 Months$19.996 Months
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- Device Scanner Year$29.991 Year
SpyAlert
No in-app purchases
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