Comparison

Hidden vs Askrule

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

Head to head
About

Hidden

Protect your privacy by detecting hidden cameras and spy devices in unfamiliar locations. This app uses your iPhone's sensors and camera to scan for electronic equipment, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, infrared, and magnetic fields. It also provides a privacy guide with tips for manual inspections.

Highlights
  • Hidden camera detection
  • Spy camera scanning
  • Wi-Fi scanner
  • Bluetooth scanner
  • Infrared scanner
  • Magnetic field scanner
  • Privacy guide
Features
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Detect Hidden Cameras & Spy Devices Protect your privacy with Hidden - Spy Camera Detector. Use your iPhone to help detect hidden cameras, inspect suspicious places, and scan for nearby electronic devices using available device capabilities. Whether you're staying in a hotel, Airbnb, office, rental apartment, changing room, or another unfamiliar place, the app helps you perform quick privacy inspections and find potential hidden cameras and spy devices. Features Hidden Camera Detector Help detect hidden cameras and inspect suspicious locations using your device sensors. Spy Camera Scanner Scan nearby areas and perform manual inspections to help find hidden cameras and electronic devices. Wi-Fi Scanner View nearby Wi-Fi networks and discover connected devices to help identify unknown or unexpected equipment on your local network. Bluetooth Scanner Scan nearby Bluetooth devices, monitor signal strength, and help locate wireless devices around you. Infrared Scanner Use your device camera to inspect possible infrared light sources that may indicate night vision cameras on supported devices. Magnetic Field Scanner Monitor magnetic field changes using compatible hardware to help identify nearby electronic equipment. Signal Strength Meter Estimate the proximity of detected Bluetooth devices using real-time signal strength indicators. Privacy Guide Learn common hidden camera locations and follow practical recommendations for manual inspections. Perfect For Hotels Airbnb Vacation Rentals Offices Meeting Rooms Changing Rooms Public Restrooms Rental Apartments Travel Why Choose Hidden - Spy Camera Detector Hidden Camera Detector Hidden Camera Finder Spy Camera Detector Spy Camera Scanner Detect Hidden Camera Find Hidden Cameras Wi-Fi Scanner Bluetooth Scanner Infrared Scanner Magnetic Sensor Detection Fast Room Scanning Simple Interface Privacy Inspection Tips Important Information Hidden - Spy Camera Detector assists users in inspecting unfamiliar environments using available device capabilities. Detection results depend on device hardware, supported sensors, surrounding electronics, and environmental conditions. The app is intended to assist with manual privacy inspections and does not guarantee detection of hidden surveillance devices.

About

Askrule

Features
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Askrule answers board game rules questions instantly, with the official rulebook as the source. No more stopping the game for a 20-minute rulebook search. Ask in plain words, get a clear answer in seconds, and check the cited page yourself. WHY ASKRULE • Ask naturally: "Can I trade during another player's turn?" • Answers arrive in seconds, based on the official rules • Every answer cites its source: tap to open the exact rulebook page • Reference sheets: each game's key rules, condensed • Your question history, kept per game YOUR OWN GAMES WITH PLUS Add any game: Upload its rulebook and Askrule turns it into instant answers and reference sheets, private to your account. BUILT FOR THE TABLE A dark, fast, one-handed interface made for dim game nights. Askrule is a lookup tool, not another gaming app: open it, ask, get back to playing. Terms of Use: https://askrule.gg/tos Privacy Policy: https://askrule.gg/privacy

Screenshots

Hidden4 screens
Askrule4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hidden at none against Askrule's 2. Askrule's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Askrule sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Hidden asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidden ships an update every 2 months, Askrule every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hidden versus Askrule: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHiddenAskrule
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (36 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings36 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB4 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperEgor BarabashSoftLink SAS

In-app purchases

None

Hidden

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Askrule

Subscriptions2
  • Plus Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Plus Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Hidden free?
Hidden is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Askrule free?
Askrule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hidden or Askrule have ads?
Neither Hidden nor Askrule shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hidden or Askrule?
Hidden ships an update every 2 months, and Askrule every 2 weeks. Most recently, Hidden was updated on October 30, 2026 and Askrule on October 28, 2026.

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