CamRadar vs Camera Detector
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Camera Detector
Detect hidden cameras in various spaces using magnetic, network, and IR scanning. Identify suspicious devices in hotel rooms, rentals, and unfamiliar areas to enhance your privacy and security.
- Magnetic scanner for electromagnetic signals
- Network scanner for suspicious WiFi devices
- IR scanner for infrared light detection
- Step-by-step usage guide
- Premium subscription for full features
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Feeling uneasy in a hotel room or Airbnb? Not sure if you're being watched in a changing room? CamRadar lets you check in seconds. Glint Detection Point your iPhone camera around the room. CamRadar detects the light reflection from hidden camera lenses — instantly, even under normal lighting. Wi-Fi Network Scan Modern spy cameras stream live over the internet. CamRadar scans your local network and identifies every suspicious device connected to it. Infrared Detection Night-vision hidden cameras use infrared light invisible to the naked eye. CamRadar uses your iPhone camera to detect these emissions in dark rooms. Magnetic Detection Hidden recording devices emit a magnetic field. CamRadar detects them using your phone's built-in sensor before you can even see them. Where you need it: - Hotel rooms and Airbnbs - Clothing and swimwear store fitting rooms - Bathrooms and private spaces - Vacation rentals and cabins Scan the room before you unpack. CamRadar — because your privacy matters. Terms of Use: https://app.notion.com/p/Terms-of-Use-CamRadar-3d13575b18fc80e8826eeeb7e3c90497 Privacy Policy: https://app.notion.com/p/Privacy-Policy-CamRadar-Hidden-Camera-Detector-3cd3575b18fc806d9529ec4e4df99a1f
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Camera Detector at none against CamRadar's shown. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. CamRadar sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Camera Detector sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for CamRadar against 5.0 for Camera Detector. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CamRadar | Camera Detector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Salim UZUN | Eduard Ikhtiiarov |
Customer experience
CamRadar
Camera Detector
In-app purchases
CamRadar
- Premium Weekly$6.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$49.99
Camera Detector
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Monthly Premium14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Annual Premium1 Month trial$29.991 Year
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