Comparison

Spyscan vs Hidden Camera Scanner

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

Head to head
About

Spyscan

Features
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SpyScan is a privacy inspection toolkit for reviewing local-network device and service information, magnetic-field measurements, and camera-assisted light observations. Network observations cover only reachable devices and services on the current Wi-Fi network. Magnetic fields, bright spots, and reflections can have many ordinary causes. Results are informational indicators that require careful manual verification; they do not identify a camera or prove that a space is safe or unsafe. Features include network observations, live magnetometer readings, camera-assisted light inspection, scan history, report export, dark and light modes, and 16 languages. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ybahadir.github.io/spyscan/privacy-policy.html

About

Hidden Camera Scanner

This app helps you scan your surroundings for hidden cameras and suspicious devices. It uses your phone's sensors and camera to detect infrared lights, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth signals, and magnetic fields, offering peace of mind in various locations.

Highlights
  • Infrared lens detection
  • Night vision scanner
  • Wi-Fi device scan
  • Bluetooth scanner
  • Magnetic field detection
  • On-device scanning
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Hidden cameras have been found in vacation rentals, hotel rooms, gym lockers, and changing rooms — disguised inside smoke detectors, clock radios, USB chargers, and ceiling vents. They're harder to spot than ever. Spyzero is the privacy check you do before you settle in. In under a minute, it sweeps the room with multiple independent detection methods so you can stop wondering and start relaxing. FEATURES • Infrared Lens Detection Use your camera to detect reflective camera lenses and infrared lights in dark environments. • Night Vision Scanner Enhance visibility in low light to help spot hidden devices more easily. • Wi-Fi Device Scan View nearby devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network. • Bluetooth Scanner Detect nearby Bluetooth-enabled devices and unknown signals. • Magnetic Field Detection Use your phone's built-in sensors to detect unusual magnetic activity near electronics. WHEN TO USE SPYZERO • Before checking into a vacation rental or short-term stay • Hotel rooms, conference suites, and meeting spaces • Rental cars and ride-shares • Bathrooms, changing rooms, and gym lockers • Personal home and office sweeps DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY PRIVACY Whether you're traveling, staying in a rental, or simply checking your surroundings, Spyzero provides useful tools to help you feel more secure. PRIVACY FIRST • Every scan runs entirely on-device — nothing about your scans is ever uploaded. • No tracking of what you scan or what you find. • No special access required — Spyzero uses only Apple-approved discovery APIs. IMPORTANT INFORMATION This app is designed as a privacy utility tool and cannot guarantee the detection of all hidden devices. Detection accuracy may vary depending on environment, hardware, and device capabilities. SUBSCRIPTION Spyzero offers an auto-renewable subscription. Length and price are shown before purchase. Terms of Use: https://spyzero.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://spyzero.app/privacy

Screenshots

Spyscan4 screens
Hidden Camera Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Spyscan at none against Hidden Camera Scanner's shown. Hidden Camera Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Spyscan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Hidden Camera Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spyscan ships an update every 6 weeks, Hidden Camera Scanner every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Spyscan versus Hidden Camera Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpyscanHidden Camera Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—11 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYUSUF EREN BALCIAvery Gan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Spyscan

Subscriptions2
  • SpyScan Premium3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • SpyScan Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
4 purchases

Hidden Camera Scanner

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Hidden Camera Detector - Annual$29.991 Year
  • Pro Annual$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Spyscan free?
Spyscan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hidden Camera Scanner free?
Hidden Camera Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Spyscan or Hidden Camera Scanner have ads?
Hidden Camera Scanner shows ads; Spyscan does not.
Which is updated more often, Spyscan or Hidden Camera Scanner?
Spyscan ships an update every 6 weeks, and Hidden Camera Scanner every 3 days. Most recently, Spyscan was updated on October 13, 2026 and Hidden Camera Scanner on October 25, 2026.

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