# Hidden Camera Detector Spy vs Argus

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hidden Camera Detector Spy at none against Argus's 2. Hidden Camera Detector Spy also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (22 vs 2). Argus's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Argus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Hidden Camera Detector Spy asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Hidden Camera Detector Spy against 5.0 for Argus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidden Camera Detector Spy has 22 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Hidden Camera Detector Spy ships an update every 6 days, Argus every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Camera Detector Spy | Argus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detector-spy/id6775974341/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/argus-hidden-camera-detector/id6790475588/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22** | 2 |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Freemium |
| Size | 46 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Emin Burak YILDIRIM](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857921914) | [Roman Hadiiev](https://appshunter.io/developer/6790475860) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Camera Detector Spy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-camera-detector-spy/id6775974341)

Scan your surroundings for hidden electronic devices and spy cameras using magnetic, network, infrared, and lens reflection detection methods. This app provides a helpful aid for detecting potential surveillance equipment in various locations.

**Highlights:** Magnetic detector for electronic fields, Network scanner for connected devices, Infrared scanner for night-vision LEDs, Lens detector for reflections, Works offline, Scan history saved locally

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Argus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/argus-hidden-camera-detector/id6790475588)

Detect hidden cameras and trackers in any room using multiple scanning methods. It offers Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, lens, infrared, and magnet detection to ensure privacy in various locations like hotels and rentals. The app prioritizes user privacy with no account required and local data storage.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi scanner for network devices, Bluetooth tracker locator, Lens camera finder mode, Infrared mode for night-vision cameras, Magnet check for hidden electronics, Privacy-focused with no account needed

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Camera Detector Spy free?

Hidden Camera Detector Spy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Argus free?

Argus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Camera Detector Spy or Argus?

Argus is rated higher. Hidden Camera Detector Spy averages 4.9 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Argus averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Hidden Camera Detector Spy or Argus have ads?

Hidden Camera Detector Spy shows ads; Argus does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Camera Detector Spy or Argus?

Hidden Camera Detector Spy ships an update every 6 days, and Argus every 3 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Camera Detector Spy was updated on October 31, 2026 and Argus on October 31, 2026.

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