Stud Finder Sensor vs Wall Detector Stud Finder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Stud Finder Sensor
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REAL SITUATIONS WallScan WAS BUILT FOR The carpenter restoring an old beam — about to cut into hundred-year-old timber full of forgotten nails. WallScan spikes every time a nail comes near the surface, saving your saw blade. The electrician working blind — the junction box used to be there, but the drywall got patched and painted. WallScan locates the screws so you don't punch a new hole off target. The homeowner mounting a TV — slide your phone across the wall, watch the meter peak, drill into solid wood every time. The renter who can't make mistakes — WallScan tells you exactly where the studs are, so the shelf goes up on the first try. The DIY furniture maker reclaiming old pallets — find the buried nails before they ruin your planer or table saw blade. HOW IT WORKS Your iPhone has a built-in magnetometer — the same sensor that powers the compass. Metal screws and nails disturb the local magnetic field. WallScan reads those disturbances in microtesla (µT), shows them on a precision analog meter, and triggers a haptic and sound alert when you pass over one. KEY FEATURES - Live magnetic field meter in microtesla with a smooth analog needle - Color-coded scale, green to red as you get closer to metal - Haptic vibration plus audio tone when a stud is detected - Adjustable sensitivity for plaster, drywall, plywood and hardwood - Visual scan trace showing your sweep path - Calibration mode for clean, drift-free readings - 100% offline, works anywhere with no internet - Clean LCD-style interface, distraction-free TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS - Take off your phone's magnetic case and any MagSafe accessory - Calibrate by waving the phone in a figure-8 if readings drift - Move slowly across the surface, around 5 cm per second - Sweep both horizontally and vertically PRIVACY WallScan never collects your location, microphone, camera or any personal data. The magnetometer is a passive sensor that does not transmit anywhere. Your scans live and die on your device. Stop guessing. Stop drilling holes you'll regret. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION WallScan offers two auto-renewable subscription options to unlock Pro features (Unlimited wall scans, Pro sensitivity mode, Find studs / nails / pipes, No ads): - WallScan Pro Weekly — $4.99 per week - WallScan Pro Yearly — $29.99 per year (about $0.58 per week, save 88%) Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew at the same price unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacy-policy-zelat/inicio Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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.
- 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
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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
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Wall Detector Stud Finder at 3 against Stud Finder Sensor's 1. Wall Detector Stud Finder also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Stud Finder Sensor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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.
| Parameter | Stud Finder Sensor | Wall Detector Stud Finder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mohammed Baydi | veysel yesilmen |
In-app purchases
Stud Finder Sensor
- WallScan Pro · Weekly$4.997 Days
- WallScan Pro · Yearly$29.991 Year
Wall Detector Stud Finder
- 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
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