Stingray Security vs BudGuard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stingray Security
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Stop scams before they strike. Stingray Security helps protect you from phishing sites, fake crypto platforms, and other online scams in real time, as you browse. Instead of relying only on static blocklists, Stingray analyzes pages directly in your browser to catch both known threats and brand-new scam sites that haven’t been reported yet. Whether you’re clicking email links, browsing social media, or exploring new crypto tools, Stingray works quietly in the background to keep you safe. • Blocks known scam domains: Uses continuously updated blocklists from trusted security organizations. • Analyzes suspicious pages in real time: In-browser analysis helps identify phishing and scam behavior, even on newly created sites. • Protects sensitive inputs: Detects forms asking for passwords, credit cards, or wallet keys and intercepts risky submissions before your data is sent. • Clear, human-readable warnings: When a site is blocked, Stingray explains why, so you’re never left guessing. Stingray is built for security-conscious users, crypto traders, and anyone who wants safer browsing without constant pop-ups or technical jargon. Protection runs automatically while you browse, with clear guidance only when it matters. Browse with confidence. Let Stingray watch your back.
BudGuard
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I created BudGuard after losing an earbud on a black diamond trail. If you’ve ever dropped an earbud outdoors, you know tracking it down is nearly impossible. Even when standing right next to it with a perfect cellular signal, a pin on a map is just not enough. Outdoors, an earbud always finds a way to hide in the dirt, mud or tall grass. As an MTB rider and a developer, I realized I could turn the lost earbud into a sonic beacon. That first version already saved my earbud a few times, and the search became surprisingly fast and easy. Since then, I’ve refined the engine to generate the optimal beacon sound for the situation. Whether it's loud winds, rain or crickets, BudGuard will find the right beacon to be heard. *Made to Shred* Designed for earbuds: Your earbud acts as a sonic beacon with a specialized, high-frequency audio pulse engineered to be heard in any conditions. Shine bright: Whether it's loud winds, rain, or crickets, BudGuard finds the right sonic beacon to be heard. It works: If your earbud is connected and within range, you will find it. No registration, no tracking and no GPS or cell service required. Smart indicator: Listen for the sonic beacon. The smart on-screen indicator will help you sync with the beacon pulse and also show you when you're getting closer. 100% Offline, Local and Private: Does not require cell service, GPS signal or internet connection. No registrations. No sign-ins. No ads. *BudGuard is a solo-ride passion project* The app includes a free 24-hour search pass to help you find your earbud right now. If you find this app to be helpful, you can choose to unlock lifetime access permanently or make a voluntary single tip contribution to support the project.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stingray Security at none against BudGuard's 2. Stingray Security also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 weeks). BudGuard's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.4 vs 17.6). On price 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
Both are free to download. BudGuard sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Stingray Security asks for nothing beyond the download.
Stingray Security ships an update every 8 days, BudGuard every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Stingray Security | BudGuard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stingray Security | Gil Gur Arie |
In-app purchases
Stingray Security
No in-app purchases
BudGuard
- Developer Tip$1.99
- Lifetime Trail Pass$4.99
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