Comparison

Stud Finder vs Stud Finder Plus

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

Head to head
About

Stud Finder

Features
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STUD FINDER – WALL SCAN Find studs and metal behind walls using your Phone’s built-in sensors. Stud Finder – Wall Scan turns your Phone into a simple, reliable wall-scanning tool. Scan walls in real time to locate metal fasteners commonly found in wooden studs, helping you drill and mount with more confidence. Designed for DIY projects, home mounting, and everyday use — no extra tools required. HOW IT WORKS Stud Finder uses your Phone’s built-in sensors to detect magnetic anomalies behind walls. These anomalies often come from steel nails or screws used to secure wooden studs, as well as some metal pipes or conduits. As you move your phone slowly across the wall, the app provides live visual, audio, and haptic feedback to guide you toward areas of stronger magnetic signal. KEY FEATURES • Real-time wall scanning • Live magnetic strength meter • Edge and center guidance for detected objects • Audio and haptic feedback while scanning • Adjustable sensitivity • Simple calibration for better results • Scan history saved locally • Export readings as CSV • Clean, distraction-free interface USE CASES • Mount TVs, shelves, and cabinets • Locate stud areas before drilling • Reduce guesswork behind walls • DIY and home improvement projects STUD FINDER PRO Stud Finder Pro is required to use the app. Choose a one-time Lifetime purchase or a 24-hour pass — no subscription. Pro includes live scanning, full 30x sensitivity, detection history with CSV export, and the bubble level. IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS (PLEASE READ) Stud Finder is designed to assist — not replace — professional tools. • Detects ferromagnetic metals only (such as steel nails and screws) • Cannot reliably detect wooden studs without metal fasteners • Does not safely or reliably detect live electrical wiring • Accuracy depends on wall thickness, phone model, movement speed, and nearby interference • Results improve with slow, steady scanning and proper calibration Always follow standard safety practices when drilling. TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS • Move your phone slowly and steadily • Calibrate before scanning • Avoid nearby metal objects or electronics • Scan the same area multiple times for confirmation PRIVACY All scans and data stay on your device. No account required. No ads. We don't sell your data. TERMS OF USE https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stud Finder Plus

This utility app uses your phone's magnetometer to detect magnetic field changes, helping you find potential mounting zones behind walls. It offers real-time feedback, adjustable sensitivity, and audio/haptic alerts for DIY projects like hanging TVs or shelves.

Highlights
  • Real-time magnetic signal gauge
  • Metal signal indicator
  • Adjustable sensitivity
  • Manual calibration
  • Audio and haptic feedback
  • Signal history graph
  • Offline use
Features
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# Stud Finder App Description **Find likely mounting zones with confidence, not guesswork.** Stud Finder uses your iPhone's built-in magnetometer to measure magnetic field changes that may indicate magnetic metal behind drywall. It provides live signal estimates to help you identify possible wall mounting areas. No extra hardware required. Open the app, calibrate on a low-signal area, then scan slowly along the wall while monitoring real-time feedback. Built for everyday DIY tasks like mounting TVs, shelves, mirrors, and frames. Performance varies based on wall material, phone model, phone case, and nearby interference. ## Features - Real-time 270-degree magnetic signal gauge with color-based intensity - Clear **METAL SIGNAL** indicator at higher signal levels - Adjustable sensitivity for different wall conditions - Manual calibration for a more stable baseline - Audio tone feedback that changes with signal intensity - Haptic feedback that scales with signal strength - 30-second signal history graph to help verify peaks - Built-in onboarding and practical scanning tips - Offline use, with no additional hardware ## Common Use Cases - Locate likely anchor points before mounting a TV bracket - Plan shelf or cabinet placement - Hang mirrors, art, and picture frames - Check spacing patterns during layout planning - Re-scan and confirm areas during installation ## How It Works Stud Finder measures changes in magnetic fields and highlights likely signal peaks behind the wall surface. It detects magnetic metal signals only. It does **not** detect wood studs directly and does not guarantee stud location. ## Important Safety Notice Stud Finder is **not** a safety device. It cannot detect electrical wiring, plumbing, or gas lines and must not be used for safety-critical decisions. Always verify with additional tools and methods before drilling, cutting, or mounting.

Screenshots

Stud Finder4 screens
Stud Finder Plus3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stud Finder at none against Stud Finder Plus's 1. Stud Finder also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. Stud Finder Plus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Stud Finder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Stud Finder versus Stud Finder Plus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStud FinderStud Finder Plus
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNajma ZekriStorq Labs BV

In-app purchases

None

Stud Finder

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Stud Finder Plus

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Stud Finder free?
Stud Finder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Stud Finder Plus free?
Stud Finder Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Stud Finder or Stud Finder Plus have ads?
Stud Finder Plus shows ads; Stud Finder does not.

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