Comparison

Stud Finder & Wall Scanner vs Wall Detector Stud Finder

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

Head to head
About

Stud Finder & Wall Scanner

Transform your smartphone into a powerful stud finder. This utility app uses advanced magnetometer technology to accurately detect metal studs, screws, and joists behind walls. It also features AC wire detection and augmented reality tools for precise home renovation projects.

Highlights
  • Precise stud and joist detection
  • Live AC wire warning
  • Augmented reality visualization
  • Integrated bubble level
  • Metal and wooden support identification
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Turn your phone into a professional-grade Stud Finder! Using advanced magnetometer technology, our app helps you locate metal studs, screws, and joists behind walls with ease. Perfect for hanging TVs, frames, or shelves. Key Features: Precise Stud Finder: Locate wooden and metal supports with high accuracy. AC Wire Warning: Stay safe by detecting live electrical wires before you drill. AR Tools: Visualize picture frames and measure distances in 3D space. Bubble Level: Ensure every installation is perfectly horizontal or vertical. Professional accuracy meets sleek Neumorphic design. Download now for your next home renovation! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://legal.rkvpxdr.com/privacy.html

About

Wall Detector Stud Finder

Transform your iPhone into a wall scanning toolkit. Detect wood studs, metal pipes, screws, and nails before drilling. Features include a live signal gauge, sound and haptic alerts, and a built-in level tool for precise mounting.

Highlights
  • Live wall scanner with magnetic field readings
  • Signal strength gauge
  • Wood, metal, screw, and nail detection
  • Sound and haptic alerts
  • AI Fix assistant for DIY questions
  • Level tool
Features
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Find studs before you drill. Stud Finder, Wall Detector turns your iPhone into a clean wall scanning toolkit for shelves, frames, TV mounts and home repair projects. Use the magnetic sensor to spot changes that may indicate screws, nails, metal studs, pipes, wood stud lines and other hidden fasteners. Move slowly across the wall, watch the live signal gauge, mark strong zones and mount with more confidence. Why use Stud Finder, Wall Detector? - Live wall scanner with magnetic field readings - Signal strength gauge for stronger scan feedback - Wood, metal, screw and nail signal guidance - Sound and haptic alerts for strong readings - Recalibration for cleaner wall scans - AI Fix assistant for DIY mounting questions - Level tool for shelves, frames and TV brackets - Premium interface built for quick home projects Great for: - Finding likely stud lines before drilling - Checking wall areas before mounting shelves - Planning TV bracket and frame installation - Locating strong screw, nail or metal signals - Getting quick AI guidance for safer DIY work Important: magnetic readings are helpful clues, not a guarantee. Always verify before drilling. Use a dedicated wire detector near outlets, switches and electrical zones. Subscription: Pro access unlocks advanced scanner controls, alerts and AI Fix features. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in App Store account settings. Legal: Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/stud-finder-wall-detector/ana-sayfa Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/studfinderwalldetector/ana-sayfa Support: https://sites.google.com/view/studfindercontact/ana-sayfa

Screenshots

Stud Finder & Wall Scanner4 screens
Wall Detector Stud Finder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Stud Finder & Wall Scanner at 5.0 against Wall Detector Stud Finder's 3.0. Wall Detector Stud Finder's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. Stud Finder & Wall Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Wall Detector Stud Finder 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

Stud Finder & Wall Scanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Stud Finder & Wall Scanner versus Wall Detector Stud Finder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStud Finder & Wall ScannerWall Detector Stud Finder
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTianjin Illuso Information Technology Co., Ltd.veysel yesilmen

Customer experience

Stud Finder & Wall Scanner

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

Wall Detector Stud Finder

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Stud Finder & Wall Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Pro (Weekly)3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Pro (Yearly)$19.991 Year
4 purchases

Wall Detector Stud Finder

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
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  • Yearly Pro3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Stud Finder & Wall Scanner free?
Stud Finder & Wall Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wall Detector Stud Finder free?
Wall Detector Stud Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stud Finder & Wall Scanner or Wall Detector Stud Finder?
Stud Finder & Wall Scanner is rated higher. Stud Finder & Wall Scanner averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Wall Detector Stud Finder averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Stud Finder & Wall Scanner or Wall Detector Stud Finder have ads?
Stud Finder & Wall Scanner shows ads; Wall Detector Stud Finder does not.
Which is updated more often, Stud Finder & Wall Scanner or Wall Detector Stud Finder?
Stud Finder & Wall Scanner ships an update every 2 weeks, and Wall Detector Stud Finder every 2 weeks. Most recently, Stud Finder & Wall Scanner was updated on November 5, 2026 and Wall Detector Stud Finder on October 31, 2026.

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