# Argus vs Hidden Camera Scanner

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Argus at none against Hidden Camera Scanner's 4. Argus also leads on ads (none vs shown). Hidden Camera Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Camera Scanner sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Argus asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Argus against 5.0 for Hidden Camera Scanner. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Camera Scanner has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Argus | Hidden Camera Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/argus-antispy-camera-sweep/id6768300233/reviews) | [5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-scanner-spyzero/id6769460691/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Linh Phan Nhat Khanh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1777727575) | [Avery Gan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850900841) |

## What reviewers say

### Argus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/argus-antispy-camera-sweep/id6768300233)

This app transforms your iPhone into a comprehensive counter-surveillance tool. It helps users detect hidden cameras, listening devices, and trackers in various locations with a structured sweep protocol and multiple detection methods.

**Highlights:** Six independent detection methods, Optical lens reflection scan, Infrared light source detection, WiFi network audit, Bluetooth Low Energy scan, Magnetic field meter, Guided room presets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hidden Camera Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-scanner-spyzero/id6769460691)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Hidden Camera Detector - Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Argus free?

Argus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hidden Camera Scanner free?

Hidden Camera Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Argus or Hidden Camera Scanner?

Argus and Hidden Camera Scanner are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 6 ratings respectively.

### Do Argus or Hidden Camera Scanner have ads?

Hidden Camera Scanner shows ads; Argus does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*