Comparison

Tracking Device Detector vs RideProof

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

Head to head
About

Tracking Device Detector

Detect and locate nearby Bluetooth devices that may be tracking your location without consent. The app scans for active Bluetooth signals, identifies unknown or suspicious devices, and shows real-time signal strength to help you determine proximity. Stay aware and secure by identifying potential risks and taking control of your privacy.

Highlights
  • Scan for active Bluetooth devices
  • Detect unknown tracking devices
  • View signal strength and proximity
  • Real-time updates
  • Alerts for potential tracking activity
  • Privacy-focused interface
Features
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Tracking Device Detector scans your surroundings for hidden Bluetooth trackers and spy cameras that may compromise your privacy. Whether you're checking a hotel room, Airbnb, office, or your own car, the app gives you a complete set of tools to detect potential threats and stay protected. TRACKER DETECTION Scan for active Bluetooth devices nearby, including unknown or suspicious trackers. The app identifies potential tracking devices and displays real-time signal strength so you can estimate how close they are. Use the proximity meter to physically locate a suspicious device as you move around. The closer you get, the stronger the signal. HIDDEN CAMERA DETECTION Sweep any room for hidden cameras using four detection methods: Night Vision Scanner Uses your iPhone's front camera to reveal infrared light from night-vision cameras in dark environments. Lens Reflection Finder Activates your flashlight and camera together to spot reflective glints from hidden camera lenses on surfaces. Electronics Detector Measures magnetic field activity near suspicious objects like smoke detectors, clocks, outlets, and wall fixtures to identify concealed electronic devices. Wi-Fi Camera Scanner Scans the local network to find connected devices and flags potential cameras based on device type and manufacturer. DESIGNED FOR REAL-WORLD USE Traveling, staying at a rental, or moving into a new space? Run a quick scan to check your environment. The app provides clear instructions for each detection mode and shows results you can act on. No technical knowledge required. Privacy-focused by design. All scanning is performed locally on your device. No data is collected or shared. Unlimited access to all detection tools requires a subscription. Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

RideProof

Features
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RideProof is your maintenance, ride-tracking, and repair companion for everything you ride. Build a garage for road bikes, mountain bikes, e-bikes, e-motos, dirt bikes, and motorcycles. Receive maintenance plans tailored to each machine, record rides with GPS, speed, distance, time, and elevation, and automatically update your odometer and service schedule after every ride. See what is healthy, due soon, or overdue. Follow step-by-step repair guides, save repair photos, find nearby shops, and review riding statistics by day, week, month, year, individual bike, or your entire garage. Upgrade once to RideProof+ Lifetime—no subscription—to unlock unlimited bikes, Motive on-device component scans, and mileage-based care insights.

Screenshots

Tracking Device Detector4 screens
RideProof3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: RideProof at none against Tracking Device Detector's shown. Tracking Device Detector's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Tracking Device Detector sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and RideProof sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tracking Device Detector versus RideProof: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTracking Device DetectorRideProof
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (120 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings120 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSEMA ORUCAurem Digital llc

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Tracking Device Detector

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Access$7.997 Days
  • Special Offer Yearly Access$17.991 Year
  • Yearly Access$34.991 Year
1 purchases

RideProof

One-time1
  • Rideproof+$9.99

Questions

Is Tracking Device Detector free?
Tracking Device Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RideProof free?
RideProof is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tracking Device Detector or RideProof have ads?
Tracking Device Detector shows ads; RideProof does not.

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