Comparison

Device Finder vs Sweep

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

Head to head
About

Device Finder

Locate misplaced Apple devices like iPhones, iPads, and headphones using a smart map and real-time alerts. Premium features offer global tracking and unlimited device pairing.

Highlights
  • Smart map view
  • Quick device detection
  • Real-time alerts
  • Global tracking
  • Unlimited device pairing
  • Custom notifications
Features
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Find your lost devices effortlessly with our next-generation app, built for seamless integration across all your Apple products. No more frustration from misplaced gadgets! Whether it’s your iPhone, iPad, keys, watch, headphones, or laptop - we make finding them simple. Core Features Smart Map View: Instantly see your device’s exact spot on an interactive map. Quick Detection: Identify and connect with nearby devices in seconds. Real-Time Alerts: Get notified immediately if you leave a device behind. Clean & Simple Interface: Navigate with ease through our sleek, intuitive design. Premium Access Includes Unlock full functionality with an auto-renewable subscription and enjoy: Global Tracking: Locate your devices anywhere - even beyond Bluetooth range - using our enhanced network connection. Unlimited Pairing: Track as many devices as you need without limits. Custom Notifications: Create tailored alerts for specific devices or safe zones. Early Feature Access: Be the first to experience new updates and improvements. Subscription Details Payment is charged to your Apple ID account upon purchase confirmation. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date. Your account will be charged for renewal 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XWGMkuhwJndeEZbz1PzPgXvCBicTj9hMSVmQ6UmklOA/edit Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PpzLeabieTxRZz6yfQ_8ijMKmOi2vmPFKwxr0ZQiOfA/edit

About

Sweep

Features
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Find the devices that matter, check your Wi-Fi network, and scan for hidden trackers, all from your iPhone. PRECISION DEVICE FINDER Save Bluetooth devices such as AirTags, headphones, trackers, and smart tags. A live radar view uses real-time signal strength and distance readings to guide you closer. • Save Bluetooth devices for quick access • View live direction and distance readings • Get notified when a saved device is nearby again • Set separation alerts for devices left behind • Organize devices into categories such as Keys, Bag, and Pet FIND A FRIEND WITH UWB Locate a friend's iPhone using point-to-point Ultra Wideband precision. See the direction and distance to walk when meeting at a festival, navigating an airport, searching a parking lot, or reconnecting in a crowd. ANTI-STALKING SCANNER Scan nearby Bluetooth signals for unknown trackers that may be following you. Get a clear explanation of what was detected and what to do next. WI-FI NETWORK SCANNER See the devices connected to your current Wi-Fi network and identify anything unfamiliar. You can also run a speed test to check download speed, upload speed, and ping. QUICK ACCESS, WHERE YOU NEED IT • Use a Home Screen widget for one-tap access to a frequently used device • Locate devices from your wrist with the Apple Watch companion app • Share a device with friends or family using a QR code • Use Siri Shortcuts to find a device by asking PRIVACY FIRST Scanning happens directly between your iPhone and nearby devices. Your location data is never sold or shared. Stop searching blindly. Find lost devices, inspect your network, and stay aware of nearby trackers with practical tools built for everyday use.

Screenshots

Device Finder4 screens
Sweep4 screens

Verdict

The call

Device Finder and Sweep are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Device Finder sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Sweep sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Device Finder versus Sweep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDevice FinderSweep
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnsell AsselinFlashSoft OU

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Device Finder

Subscriptions1
  • Premium access for map locating!3 Days trial$6.997 Days
3 purchases

Sweep

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$39.99

Questions

Is Device Finder free?
Device Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sweep free?
Sweep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Device Finder or Sweep have ads?
Neither Device Finder nor Sweep shows ads.

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