# Hidden Camera vs Spy Camera Detector & Scanner

Hidden Camera and Spy Camera Detector & Scanner both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 38% of Spy Camera Detector & Scanner's written reviews are positive against 0% of Hidden Camera's. Spy Camera Detector & Scanner also leads on ratings volume (2K vs 180). Hidden Camera's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Camera sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Spy Camera Detector & Scanner 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 Hidden Camera against 4.6 for Spy Camera Detector & Scanner. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spy Camera Detector & Scanner has 2K ratings behind it against 180, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Hidden Camera's written reviews are positive against 38% of Spy Camera Detector & Scanner's.

Hidden Camera ships an update every 4 months, Spy Camera Detector & Scanner every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Camera | Spy Camera Detector & Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (180 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detect-tracker/id6480924058/reviews) | **[4.6 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-camera-detector-and-scanner/id6636483523/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 180 | **2K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **38.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 months** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 27 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vicky Harris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1727519621) | [Traffic Factory LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580710840) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Spy Camera Detector & Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-camera-detector-and-scanner/id6636483523)

This app helps you protect your privacy by detecting hidden cameras and suspicious devices in various locations. It uses WiFi, Bluetooth, IR, and magnetic field scanning to identify potential threats, ensuring your personal spaces remain secure.

**Highlights:** WiFi and Bluetooth Device Locator, IR Detector, Magnetic Detector, Device History, Finding Camera Tips

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spy Camera Detector & Scanner | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Tracking Cameras | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy Camera Detector & Scanner | $14.99 | per month |
| Spy Camera Detector & Scanner | $15.99 | per month |
| Spy Camera Detector & Scanner | $83.99 | per year |
| Spy Camera Detector & Scanner | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Camera free?

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

### Is Spy Camera Detector & Scanner free?

Spy Camera Detector & Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Camera or Spy Camera Detector & Scanner?

Spy Camera Detector & Scanner is rated higher. Hidden Camera averages 4.5 out of 5 from 180 ratings, while Spy Camera Detector & Scanner averages 4.6 from 2K ratings.

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

Both Hidden Camera and Spy Camera Detector & Scanner show ads.

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

Hidden Camera ships an update every 4 months, and Spy Camera Detector & Scanner every 8 months. Most recently, Hidden Camera was updated on September 26, 2026 and Spy Camera Detector & Scanner on September 25, 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.*