# Device Detector vs RecallDefense

The clearest difference is rating: RecallDefense at 5.0 against Device Detector's 4.4. RecallDefense also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). Device Detector's advantage is ratings volume (167 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Device Detector sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and RecallDefense sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RecallDefense holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Device Detector has 167 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Device Detector ships an update every 2 weeks, RecallDefense every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Device Detector | RecallDefense |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (167 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-detector-find-and-detect/id6747973457/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/recalldefense/id6760236829/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **167** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 78 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Auxilin LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710434201) | [Pomarelli Web Services LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1881387306) |

## What reviewers say

### Device Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-detector-find-and-detect/id6747973457)

Analyze your surroundings and detect unusual devices with smart scanning tools. Protect your personal space by checking Wi-Fi networks, nearby Bluetooth devices, and magnetic field variations. Get simple guides to enhance your privacy and awareness wherever you go.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi network scanner, Bluetooth device finder, Magnetic field meter, Guides and tips, Real-time scanning

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Access | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Weekly | $15.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $15.99 | per year |
| Yearly Offer | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Offer | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly With Trial | $44.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Free | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |


### RecallDefense

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/recalldefense/id6760236829)

This app monitors products you own against official government recall databases. Get instant alerts for food, medications, vehicles, and more, ensuring your safety and peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Automatic recall checking, Push notifications for alerts, Supports food, meds, vehicles, baby gear, VIN scan for vehicle recalls, Barcode scanner and receipt import, Wishlist scanning for pre-purchase safety

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Big Spender Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Shopaholic - Monthly Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| Big Spender Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Shopaholic - Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Device Detector free?

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

### Is RecallDefense free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Device Detector or RecallDefense?

RecallDefense is rated higher. Device Detector averages 4.4 out of 5 from 167 ratings, while RecallDefense averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Device Detector or RecallDefense have ads?

Neither Device Detector nor RecallDefense shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Device Detector or RecallDefense?

Device Detector ships an update every 2 weeks, and RecallDefense every 3 weeks. Most recently, Device Detector was updated on October 23, 2026 and RecallDefense on October 14, 2026.

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