Comparison

Argus vs Hidden Camera Spy Detector

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

Head to head
About

Argus

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
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Argus is a counter-surveillance field instrument for iPhone. It turns your phone into a six-tool sweep kit for travelers, hosts, parents and privacy-minded users — built to check any room for hidden cameras, listening devices, BLE trackers and rogue WiFi nodes in roughly three minutes. Most "spy detector" apps do one trick (a magnetometer dial in a fake radar UI) and call it a day. Argus rejects that model. It chains real iPhone sensors into a structured sweep protocol that mirrors how counter-surveillance teams actually inspect a room. — WHAT MAKES ARGUS DIFFERENT — ◉ A real protocol, not a single trick Six independent detection methods, each surfacing a different class of threat. Every reading folds into a structured dossier. ◉ Six instruments, one workflow Optical lens reflection, infrared light source, WiFi network audit, Bluetooth Low Energy scan, magnetic field meter, maximum-brightness flashlight beacon. All driven by real iPhone telemetry. ◉ Guided room presets Six location presets — Hotel, Airbnb / Vrbo, Office, Bathroom, Changing Room, General — each walks you step by step through where to point, what to listen for and what to flag. ◉ Threat Map (unique to Argus) Every sweep is geotagged and pinned on a MapKit view, color-coded by threat level. Browse every hotel, rental and venue you've checked. Useful for frequent travelers and hosts auditing their own units. ◉ Sweep Dossier reports Each sweep produces a shareable PDF report (safety score, flagged devices, timestamps, findings). Records live on-device. ◉ Field Manual built in Real counter-surveillance tradecraft — how spy cameras hide, how to spot them, your legal rights, what to do if you find one. Researched content, not filler. ◉ Privacy by design No account. No cloud sync. No telemetry. The app works fully offline. Useful in hotel WiFi situations where you don't want to broadcast what you're doing. — INSTRUMENT REFERENCE — ◉ Optical Lens Scan — flags reflective glints from camera lenses hidden in mirrors, smoke detectors, vents and décor. ◉ Infrared Detector — surfaces invisible IR light sources from night-vision spy cameras via the front sensor. ◉ WiFi Network Audit — enumerates every device on the local network and flags unknown vendors and rogue cameras. ◉ Bluetooth RF Sweep — discovers BLE transmitters in the 2.4 GHz band, including Bluetooth item trackers and BLE bugs. ◉ EMF Magnetic Meter — baseline + peak detection of magnetic anomalies from electronics hidden behind walls and furniture. ◉ Flashlight Beacon — maximum-brightness mode for manual lens-glint inspection. — QUICK SCAN PRESETS — Hotel Room · Airbnb / Vrbo · Office · Bathroom · Changing Room · General. Each preset chains the relevant instruments into one dossier. — WHO ARGUS IS FOR — • Travelers checking hotel rooms before unpacking • Airbnb / Vrbo guests auditing short-term rentals • Hosts inspecting their own properties • Parents checking rooms, dorms or daycares • Anyone in shared housing, gyms or rentals • Privacy-conscious professionals on the road — IMPORTANT — No consumer app can guarantee 100% detection of every hidden camera or covert device. Argus is a supplementary tool that helps a careful user inspect a room more thoroughly than they could unaided. Use Argus to sharpen awareness, structure the sweep, and create a record — not to replace common sense. — PRO ACCESS — Unlimited sweeps, all six room presets, PDF dossier export, ad-free. Weekly, yearly or lifetime. — LEGAL — Terms of Use: https://pnkl26.web.app/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://pnkl26.web.app/privacy-policy — SUPPORT — pnkhanhlinh0206@gmail.com

About

Hidden Camera Spy Detector

Features
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Is your hotel room, Airbnb or dressing room really private? Hidden Camera Detector helps you check any room in under 60 seconds. Scan the Wi-Fi network for IP cameras, catch hidden lens reflections with your flashlight, reveal invisible infrared night-vision cameras, and trace Bluetooth spy devices — all from your phone. 4 SCANNERS IN ONE APP 1. WI-FI & IP CAMERA SCAN - See every device sharing your Wi-Fi network. - Detect open video streams: RTSP (554), ONVIF (80/8080/8899/5000) and HTTP snapshots. - Match MAC addresses against known security-camera brands such as Hikvision, Dahua, Ezviz, Xiaomi, Tuya and Yoosee. 2. LENS GLINT FINDER - Uses your flash and a high-contrast optical filter to make hidden lenses visible. - Reveals the tiny reflective glint of a pinhole camera behind clocks, power outlets, smoke detectors, teddy bears and picture frames. 3. NIGHT VISION IR DETECTOR - Night-vision cameras emit infrared light that is invisible to the human eye. - Turn off the lights, switch between front and rear cameras, and spot the IR source instantly. 4. BLUETOOTH BLE RADAR - Finds short-range wireless signals from button cameras, spy pens, key fobs and tracking tags. - A live RSSI radar guides you closer to the suspect device. BUILT FOR REAL TRAVEL - Hotel, motel, hostel, homestay and Airbnb room checks - Dressing rooms, restrooms and rental apartments - Business trips, solo travel and family vacations - Room Safety Score, two-way mirror tips and a built-in safety guide CHECK A ROOM IN 3 STEPS 1. Connect to the room Wi-Fi and run the Wi-Fi & IP Camera Scan. 2. Lights off — sweep the room slowly with Lens Glint or Night Vision IR. 3. Turn on the BLE Radar and walk around the desk, TV, bed and power outlets. PRIVACY BY DESIGN - 100% on-device processing. No photos, videos or scan results are uploaded. - Camera, local network, Bluetooth and location (only to read the Wi-Fi name) are used only while you scan. - No account required. Start with 5 free scans. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION - Weekly Pass: auto-renewing weekly subscription for short trips. - Annual Pass: auto-renewing yearly subscription with the best value. - Lifetime VIP: one-time purchase with unlimited access forever. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in App Store account settings. Terms (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://spydetect.phuongdan.io.vn/privacy.html Download Hidden Camera Detector and travel with peace of mind.

Screenshots

Argus3 screens
Hidden Camera Spy Detector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Argus at none against Hidden Camera Spy Detector's 7. Hidden Camera Spy Detector's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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. Hidden Camera Spy Detector sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Argus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Argus versus Hidden Camera Spy Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArgusHidden Camera Spy Detector
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinh Phan Nhat KhanhNguyen Van Dan

In-app purchases

None

Argus

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Hidden Camera Spy Detector

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Travel Pass$1.997 Days
  • Annual Protection Pass$39.991 Year
One-time5
  • 10 Emergency Scans$1.49
  • 35 Vacation Scans$1.99
  • 90 Frequent Traveler Scans$3.99
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  • 250 Professional Scans$7.99
  • Lifetime VIP Pass$69.99

Questions

Is Argus free?
Argus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hidden Camera Spy Detector free?
Hidden Camera Spy Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Argus or Hidden Camera Spy Detector have ads?
Neither Argus nor Hidden Camera Spy Detector shows ads.

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