# Clap Detector vs Spy TV

The clearest difference is rating: Clap Detector at 4.0 against Spy TV's 3.5. Clap Detector also leads on ratings volume (246 vs 8) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Clap Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Spy TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Clap Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clap Detector has 246 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Clap Detector's written reviews are positive against 0% of Spy TV's.

Clap Detector ships an update fortnightly, Spy TV monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Clap Detector | Spy TV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (246 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clap-detector/id6590570289/reviews)** | [3.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-tv/id6747174309/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **246** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **10.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 12 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Maxim Burlacenco](https://appshunter.io/developer/1752544615) | [Vladimir Gerlak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804432176) |

## What reviewers say

### Clap Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clap-detector/id6590570289)

This app helps you locate your phone by clapping or find it if someone tries to access it without permission. It can trigger an alarm when moved or capture photos of unauthorized users.

**Highlights:** Detect unauthorized unlock attempts with photos, Trigger loud alarm when phone is moved, Locate phone with a clap sound, Privacy protection, Theft prevention

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium for one week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Clap Detector -  Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Amazing functionality (from one review)
- 👍 Good performance (from one review)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Does not work
- ❌ Fraudulent
- ❌ Scam
- ❌ Wasted money
- ❌ Useless

**Reported bugs**

- Does not work
- Volume doesn't work
- Theft option not working
- Requires turning on every time
- Cannot override silent mode

**Requested features**

- App should be ON all the time
- Ability to override silent mode


### Spy TV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-tv/id6747174309)

This tool helps users monitor their digital environment by detecting nearby wireless activity. It scans Wi-Fi networks, identifies Bluetooth devices, and monitors magnetic fields. Optional premium access offers enhanced features and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi network scanning, Bluetooth device detection, Camera with visual filters, Magnetic field monitoring, Unlimited scanning (premium), Advanced device identification (premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spy TV - weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy TV - lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Clap Detector free?

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

### Is Spy TV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Clap Detector or Spy TV?

Clap Detector is rated higher. Clap Detector averages 4.0 out of 5 from 246 ratings, while Spy TV averages 3.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do Clap Detector or Spy TV have ads?

Both Clap Detector and Spy TV show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Clap Detector or Spy TV?

Clap Detector ships an update fortnightly, and Spy TV monthly. Most recently, Clap Detector was updated on November 8, 2026 and Spy TV on October 30, 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.*