# Authenticator vs Hidden Camera | Spy Detector

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator at 4.5 against Hidden Camera | Spy Detector's 3.3. Authenticator also leads on ratings volume (61 vs 4) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Hidden Camera | Spy Detector sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator has 61 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | Hidden Camera | Spy Detector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-mfa/id6748400576/reviews)** | [3.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-spy-detector/id6758670350/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **61** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 29 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DEDUSHKA DEVELOPMENT - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895610448) | [ADVISORY AND RESEARCH LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874308773) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-mfa/id6748400576)

Generate accurate, time-based verification codes for secure account sign-ins, even offline. Easily import from other authenticator apps and manage your codes and passwords in one secure location with iCloud sync and Face ID protection.

**Highlights:** Generate TOTP codes (6-8 digits, SHA1/256/512, 30/60s intervals), Import from Google Authenticator via QR codes/screenshots, Scan otpauth QR codes or enter secret keys manually, iCloud sync and backup with Face ID/passcode protection, Organize accounts with folders, favorites, and color labels, Generate and store passwords with a private browser, Offline code generation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### Hidden Camera | Spy Detector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-spy-detector/id6758670350)

Detect hidden cameras and suspicious devices using your phone's sensors. Offers camera analysis, magnetic field detection, and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth scans to enhance privacy in unfamiliar spaces.

**Highlights:** Camera detection via device camera, Magnetic field sensor for electronic devices, Wi-Fi scan for suspicious network devices, Bluetooth scan for nearby devices, Save scan results with photos and notes, Create and share inspection reports

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spy Detector Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Detector Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Spy Detector Lifetime | $119.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is Hidden Camera | Spy Detector free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Hidden Camera | Spy Detector?

Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.5 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Hidden Camera | Spy Detector averages 3.3 from 4 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or Hidden Camera | Spy Detector have ads?

Neither Authenticator nor Hidden Camera | Spy Detector shows ads.

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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.*