Comparison

GhostTDS vs Ghost Detector

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GhostTDS

This paranormal detection tool uses your device's motion sensors to track subtle movements and energy spikes. It features a retro CRT design and real-time graph feedback, offering an authentic ghost hunting equipment experience for entertainment purposes.

Highlights
  • Real-time motion sensor graph
  • Paranormal mode with alerts
  • Retro CRT design
  • Authentic vintage equipment look
  • Simple start/stop controls
Features
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Step into the unknown with GhostTouch — a paranormal detection tool designed to look and feel like vintage ghost hunting equipment. GhostTouch isn’t a game with fake jump scares. It’s a serious-looking utility that uses your iPhone’s built-in motion sensors to track subtle movements and energy spikes around you. Place it on a flat surface, press Start Hunting, and watch as the oscilloscope-style graph reacts in real time. Built with retro CRT effects, scanlines, and distressed details, GhostTouch feels like a piece of haunted tech pulled straight from the attic. Features: Real-time graph powered by your iPhone’s accelerometer. Paranormal mode — spikes trigger screen flashes and alerts. Retro CRT design with scanlines, flicker, and phosphor glow. Simple controls — tap Start Hunting to begin, Stop when you’re done. Authentic look & feel — styled like an old EMF detector from the 1980s. Whether you’re a paranormal investigator, a curious skeptic, or just want to set the mood at a haunted house, GhostTouch brings the vibe of real ghost hunting equipment to your iPhone. Disclaimer: GhostTouch is intended for entertainment purposes only. No scientific claims are made about detecting actual spirits or paranormal activity.

About

Ghost Detector

Transform your smartphone into a ghost hunting tool with real-time EMF detection and a spirit box that generates responses based on environmental changes. Record, capture, and share your paranormal investigations with friends or for social media content.

Highlights
  • Real-time EMF detection
  • Spirit box and EVP generator
  • Session recording and sharing
  • Offline functionality
  • Dark mode interface
  • Content creator tools
Features
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Your smartphone is now a powerful ghost hunting tool. Ectify turns your device into an immersive ghost hunting experience. Whether you are exploring a haunted location with friends or recording solo ghost hunting sessions for social media, Ectify gives you everything you need to enjoy, capture, and share the experience. REAL-TIME EMF DETECTION Use your phone's built-in magnetometer to scan for electromagnetic field fluctuations in real time. Watch EMF readings react to changes in the magnetic environment around you. The app uses your device's real hardware sensors to create an immersive experience during every session. SPIRIT BOX & EVP GENERATOR The integrated spirit box and EVP generator produces responses during your sessions using a curated word bank. Words appear based on detected environmental changes, creating compelling and atmospheric spirit communication. Every EVP session feels unique, just like a real paranormal investigation. RECORD & SHARE EVERY SESSION Capture your entire ghost hunting session as audio. Every EMF spike, every spirit box response, every moment of your paranormal investigation is recorded. Export audio sessions instantly and share directly to TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, or any platform. SESSION HISTORY Keep track of every paranormal investigation you conduct. Browse past sessions with timestamps, review your most active recordings, and build your investigation portfolio over time. DESIGNED FOR IMMERSIVE SESSIONS - One-tap session start, no setup required - Dark mode interface optimized for low-light environments - Large, readable EMF values and EVP word displays - Haptic feedback on EMF spikes and detected activity - Sleek aesthetic inspired by real investigation equipment - Works fully offline with no internet connection needed BUILT FOR CONTENT CREATORS - Portrait-optimized layout for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts - Instant audio export after every session - Clean, shareable screen designs for screenshots - Atmospheric sound design with volume controls FREE TO START Begin your paranormal investigations immediately with the free tier. Experience the full power of EMF detection, spirit box EVP generation, and session recording. When you are ready for unlimited ghost hunting, upgrade to Premium to unlock every feature. Whether you believe in the paranormal or simply love the thrill of the hunt, Ectify delivers an immersive ghost hunting experience unlike any other ghost detector app. Download now. Start a session. See what responds. DISCLAIMER Ectify is designed purely for entertainment purposes. It has no scientific basis and does not actually detect ghosts, spirits, or any paranormal activity. EMF readings reflect magnetic field data from your device's sensors, not supernatural phenomena. Words generated by the spirit box and EVP features are produced randomly and do not represent real communication with the afterlife. This app should not be used as a serious tool to communicate with deceased persons or supernatural entities. The developer assumes no responsibility for the words displayed or the manner in which users use the app. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

GhostTDS3 screens
Ghost Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GhostTDS at 5.0 against Ghost Detector's 4.3. GhostTDS also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6). Ghost Detector's advantage is ratings volume (112 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Ghost Detector sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. GhostTDS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GhostTDS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ghost Detector has 112 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
GhostTDS versus Ghost Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGhostTDSGhost Detector
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.3 (112 ratings)
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1112 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB52 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperBenjamin Emery FarthingAlexandre Grisey

Customer experience

GhostTDS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Ghost Detector

All ratings112 ratings
Positive83.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

GhostTDS

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Ghost Detector

Subscriptions2
  • Ectify Pro - Weekly Subscription$5.997 Days
  • Ectify Pro - Yearly Subscription$34.991 Year
One-time4
  • Ectify Pro - 24-hour Pass$2.99
  • Ectify Pro - Lifetime Access$7.99
  • Ectify Pro - Lifetime Access$12.99
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  • Ectify Pro - Lifetime Access$19.99

Questions

Is GhostTDS free?
GhostTDS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ghost Detector free?
Ghost Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GhostTDS or Ghost Detector?
GhostTDS is rated higher. GhostTDS averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Ghost Detector averages 4.3 from 112 ratings.
Do GhostTDS or Ghost Detector have ads?
Neither GhostTDS nor Ghost Detector shows ads.

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