DeviceRadar vs Tracking Device Detector
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DeviceRadar
This utility helps locate nearby Bluetooth devices by scanning for their signals. It displays device names, manufacturers, and estimated distances, with features like a proximity radar and sound beacon to aid in finding lost items. Advanced options include signal strength graphs, device mapping, and background monitoring.
- Scan and discover BLE devices
- Smart device recognition
- Proximity radar with sound beacon
- Signal strength graph (Pro)
- Device map with locations (Pro)
- Background monitoring & notifications (Pro)
- Home screen widget
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FindMyDevice is a powerful Bluetooth scanner that helps you find and track nearby wireless devices. Whether you lost your AirPods, need to locate a Bluetooth speaker, or want to see what devices are around you — FindMyDevice has you covered. SCAN & DISCOVER Detect all Bluetooth Low Energy devices nearby with one tap. See device names, manufacturers, signal strength, and estimated distance — all in real time. Supports 65+ manufacturers including Apple, Samsung, Sony, Bose, JBL, Beats, and more. SMART DEVICE RECOGNITION Automatically identifies device types — phones, tablets, watches, headphones, speakers, TVs, fitness trackers, smart home devices, and more. Each device gets a recognizable category icon so you know exactly what's around you. PROXIMITY RADAR Visual radar shows how close you are to a device. The closer you get, the stronger the signal. Use the built-in sound beacon that beeps faster as you approach your lost device. SIGNAL STRENGTH GRAPH (PRO) Monitor real-time RSSI signal changes with a live chart. Perfect for pinpointing the exact location of a hidden device by watching the signal get stronger as you move. DEVICE MAP (PRO) See all your discovered devices on a map. Every scanned device is automatically pinned to the location where it was found, helping you remember where you last saw it. SCAN HISTORY (PRO) Keep a complete log of all your scans. Review which devices were found, when, and where — organized by session for easy browsing. BACKGROUND MONITORING (PRO) Get notified instantly when your favorite devices appear or disappear nearby. Never miss when your AirPods come back in range or when a tracked device leaves your area. HOME SCREEN WIDGET See your nearby device count at a glance without opening the app. The widget shows your latest scan results right on your home screen. FAVORITES & CUSTOM NAMES Mark important devices as favorites for quick access. Rename any device with a custom name that persists across all scans. FREE FEATURES - 3 device scans per day - Full device list with categories - Device detail with proximity radar - Signal strength bar - Sound beacon for finding devices - Favorites and device renaming PRO FEATURES - Unlimited daily scans - Real-time RSSI signal graph - Device map with locations - Complete scan history - Background monitoring & notifications - Home screen widget Download FindMyDevice today and never lose a Bluetooth device again. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K-oHLsSO1afk_mqtVXjET8qOOdvsqpSLRKi7EdYLSSs/edit?usp=sharing
Tracking Device Detector
Discover hidden Bluetooth devices that may be tracking your location. This app scans for unknown signals, identifies risks, and helps you locate them using real-time signal strength. Stay informed about unwanted Bluetooth monitoring to protect your privacy and security.
- Scan for unknown Bluetooth signals
- Identify potential tracking devices
- Locate devices with signal strength
- Real-time proximity alerts
- Distance estimation
- Privacy and security protection
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Tracking Device Detector helps you discover hidden Bluetooth devices near you that might be used to monitor your location without your knowledge. The app scans for nearby Bluetooth signals, identifies potential risks, and guides you to locate them using real-time signal strength and distance estimation. With clear proximity alerts and actionable insights, Tracking Device Detector ensures you stay aware of unwanted Bluetooth monitoring, protecting your privacy and security wherever you go. Terms Of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ssaippi.github.io/trackingdevicedetector.md
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Tracking Device Detector at every 3 weeks against DeviceRadar's every 7 months. Tracking Device Detector also leads on ratings volume (193 vs 1). DeviceRadar's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. DeviceRadar sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Tracking Device Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DeviceRadar holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tracking Device Detector has 193 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
DeviceRadar ships an update every 7 months, Tracking Device Detector every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DeviceRadar | Tracking Device Detector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.7 (193 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 193 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hanna Freitag | Samuel Ippisch |
Customer experience
DeviceRadar
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In-app purchases
DeviceRadar
- Weekly$3.997 Days
- Yearly$29.991 Year
- Lifetime$59.99
Tracking Device Detector
- Weekly Pro$9.997 Days
- Yearly Pro / 1 Week Free Trial7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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