Comparison

CamRadar vs Hidden Cam Detector

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

Head to head
About

CamRadar

Detect hidden cameras and surveillance devices in private spaces like hotels and rentals. Utilizes your phone's sensors for IR reflection, magnetic anomalies, Bluetooth, and network scanning, providing alerts to help you maintain privacy.

Highlights
  • IR/Reflection camera for lens detection
  • Magnetic anomaly detector
  • Bluetooth scanner for nearby devices
  • Network scanner for Wi-Fi devices
  • Sound and vibration alerts
  • On-device scanning for privacy
Features
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Worried about hidden cameras in your hotel, Airbnb, or changing room? CamRadar turns your iPhone into a fast, private inspection tool — no extra hardware needed. TRY IT FREE Try it free: an 8-second preview on the IR camera and on the device scan, then decide. Four inspection methods you run yourself, with a sound and vibration alert for unusual readings. It is an aid to your own check, not a guarantee. HOW IT WORKS • IR / Reflection Camera — spot bright lens reflections that may hide a camera. • Magnetic Anomaly Detector — calibrates a baseline, then alerts on magnetic spikes near electronics. • Bluetooth Scanner — finds nearby wireless devices with live signal strength (hot/cold). • Network Scanner — lists devices on your Wi-Fi, like IP cameras and smart gadgets. KEY FEATURES • Instant sound + vibration alert • Live proximity meter — get closer, signal gets stronger • Magnetic alarm with baseline calibration • Scan history with a simple risk score • Step-by-step manual inspection guide • Works fully on-device — nothing is uploaded • No account, no sign-up PERFECT FOR Hotels, Airbnb & rentals, changing rooms, restrooms, offices, and anyone who values their privacy. PRIVACY FIRST No location required. No accounts, no servers — every scan runs entirely on your device. IMPORTANT This app is a privacy-inspection aid that uses your iPhone's sensors. No app can guarantee it will find every device — always combine scans with a careful manual check. PREMIUM Unlock every scanning tool (IR, magnetic, Bluetooth & network) and remove ads with Premium: a weekly, monthly or yearly subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Subscriptions are charged to your Apple Account and renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage them anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://salim9.github.io/privacy-policy/terms-of-service.html Privacy Policy: https://salim9.github.io/privacy-policy/privacy-policy.html

About

Hidden Cam Detector

Detect hidden cameras and electronic devices in your surroundings. Utilize network scanning, lens reflection detection, and magnetic field analysis to enhance your privacy in various locations like hotels and rentals.

Highlights
  • Network scan for devices
  • Camera lens reflection finder
  • Infrared light mode
  • Magnetic field detection
  • Fast radar-style scanner
  • Magnetometer signal meter
Features
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Worried about hidden cameras in your hotel, Airbnb or rental? Turn your iPhone into a pocket counter-surveillance scanner and check any room in seconds. HOW IT WORKS • Network Scan — map every device on your Wi-Fi and flag unknown cameras and IoT gadgets. • Lens Detector — use your camera to catch the tell-tale reflection of a hidden lens, with an infrared light mode for dark spots. • Magnetic Sweep — detect the magnetic field of concealed electronics and microphones. FEATURES • Fast radar-style network scanner • Camera lens reflection finder • Magnetometer signal meter with live graph • Private — scans run on your device WHERE TO USE Hotels, Airbnbs, vacation rentals, changing rooms, offices, bathrooms and meeting rooms. Note: phone sensors can help reveal many hidden devices but cannot guarantee detection of every one. Use this app as a first line of defense for your privacy. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: https://app.notion.com/p/Support-Spyguard-38c0cc7ee736807f98dadfee1bb42ad4?source=copy_link

Screenshots

CamRadar4 screens
Hidden Cam Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Hidden Cam Detector at none against CamRadar's shown. CamRadar's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. CamRadar sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Hidden Cam Detector sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for CamRadar against 5.0 for Hidden Cam Detector. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CamRadar ships an update every 2 weeks, Hidden Cam Detector every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
CamRadar versus Hidden Cam Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamRadarHidden Cam Detector
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSalim UZUNMUHAMMET USLU

Customer experience

CamRadar

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Hidden Cam Detector

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CamRadar

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$49.99
4 purchases

Hidden Cam Detector

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Pro3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Yearly Pro$44.991 Year
One-time2
  • Tip$9.99
  • Lifetime Pro$79.99

Questions

Is CamRadar free?
CamRadar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hidden Cam Detector free?
Hidden Cam Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CamRadar or Hidden Cam Detector?
CamRadar and Hidden Cam Detector are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do CamRadar or Hidden Cam Detector have ads?
CamRadar shows ads; Hidden Cam Detector does not.
Which is updated more often, CamRadar or Hidden Cam Detector?
CamRadar ships an update every 2 weeks, and Hidden Cam Detector every 2 months. Most recently, CamRadar was updated on October 31, 2026 and Hidden Cam Detector on October 28, 2026.

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