Comparison

Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens vs Solar

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

Head to head
About

Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens

Features
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Traveling or checking into a hotel, vacation rental, or B&B? Protect your personal privacy with SpyLens — your pocket-sized hidden camera and bug detector. SpyLens uses your iPhone's Wi-Fi, camera flash, and magnetic sensors to quickly scan any room for hidden cameras and listening devices. KEY FEATURES: • Wi-Fi Scanner: Detect suspicious IP cameras and hidden streaming devices on the local network. • Lens Glint Finder: Use flashlight strobe pulses and a specialized filter to spot hidden pinhole camera lenses. • Magnetic Detector: Move your iPhone close to walls or objects to detect hidden electronics and microphones. • Room Checklist: Follow an easy step-by-step guide to inspect smoke alarms, mirrors, clocks, and outlets. HOW IT WORKS: 1. Connect to Wi-Fi and run a network scan. 2. Dim the lights and use the Lens Finder to check suspicious spots. 3. Use the Magnetic Sensor to check close-up electronics. SPYLENS PRO SUBSCRIPTION: Upgrade to SpyLens Pro for unlimited deep scans and advanced detection tools. Subscription Plans: • Weekly Pass: $6.99 / week (includes 3-day free trial) • Annual Pass: $29.99 / year (best value) Subscription Terms: • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://spylens.theappfun.workers.dev/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://spylens.theappfun.workers.dev/terms.html Disclaimer: SpyLens is an assistive tool to aid manual room inspections. Always conduct physical checks for complete peace of mind.

About

Solar

Features
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Solar-Check provides comprehensive information about solar radiation and the expected output of your photovoltaic system at any selected location. Choose the location of your PV system and enter the system size, orientation, roof pitch and system losses. Solar-Check uses these values to calculate the expected PV output and presents important solar and weather data in a clear overview. Features: • Historical solar radiation for the selected location • PV output calculation for your solar system • Consideration of system size, orientation, roof pitch and system losses • Comparison with previous periods • 7-day solar radiation forecast • Expected PV output for the next 7 days • Daily direct and diffuse solar radiation • Sunshine duration, cloud cover, temperature and precipitation • Hourly solar radiation details • Hourly expected PV output • Location selection by search or map Solar-Check helps you understand the solar conditions at your location and estimate the potential output of your photovoltaic system. Actual energy production may vary depending on weather conditions, system performance, shading and other local factors.

Screenshots

Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens4 screens
Solar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Solar at none against Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens's 2. Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens's advantage is iOS requirement (17 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Solar asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens ships an update every 3 weeks, Solar every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens versus Solar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHidden Camera Detector SpyLensSolar
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChengdu Meiji Tuwen Co. LTDGerhard Lentschik

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly VIP3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Annual VIP$29.991 Year
None

Solar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens free?
Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Solar free?
Solar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens or Solar have ads?
Neither Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens nor Solar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens or Solar?
Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens ships an update every 3 weeks, and Solar every 4 weeks. Most recently, Hidden Camera Detector SpyLens was updated on October 31, 2026 and Solar on October 31, 2026.

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