# Spy vs Hawkeye

The clearest difference is rating: Hawkeye at 4.6 against Spy's 2.3. Hawkeye also leads on ratings volume (508 vs 4). Spy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hawkeye sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Spy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hawkeye holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hawkeye has 508 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spy | Hawkeye |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-mobile/id910673128/reviews) | **[4.6 (508 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hawkeye-wifi-network-scanner/id1615984638/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **508** |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 11 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.4** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Linergy srl](https://appshunter.io/developer/910673131) | [瑞芳 段](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614069862) |

## What reviewers say

### Spy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spy-mobile/id910673128)

This application provides comprehensive control and monitoring for Linergy Emergency Lamps. It allows users to manage multiple plants simultaneously, detect active and additional lamps, and perform various maintenance functions like resetting settings and deleting errors.

**Highlights:** Auto-detect active lamps, Auto-detect additional lamps, System bus monitoring, Reset default settings, Rest mode, Delete lamp errors, On/off control, Functional and duration testing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hawkeye

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hawkeye-wifi-network-scanner/id1615984638)

Detects electronic devices on your WiFi network to identify potential hidden cameras and protect your privacy. It analyzes devices in real-time, distinguishing between safe and suspicious equipment to prevent unauthorized surveillance.

**Highlights:** WiFi device detection, Display all connected devices, Network routing security, Analyze safe and suspicious devices, Anti-secret camera guide, Ad-free operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Outstanding functionality
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Prompt and helpful customer service
- 👍 Reliable and efficient solution
- 👍 Good camera detection (for some)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ No free trial
- ❌ App doesn't work
- ❌ Cannot identify common things
- ❌ No way to find cameras not on network
- ❌ Waste of money

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work as described
- Cannot find cameras not on network
- Subscription cannot be cancelled

**Requested features**

- Offer a free trial
- Improve camera detection capabilities
- Provide Bluetooth detection
- Make website accessible in English


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spy free?

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

### Is Hawkeye free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Spy or Hawkeye?

Hawkeye is rated higher. Spy averages 2.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Hawkeye averages 4.6 from 508 ratings.

### Do Spy or Hawkeye have ads?

Neither Spy nor Hawkeye shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Spy or Hawkeye?

Spy ships an update every 3 months, and Hawkeye every 3 months. Most recently, Spy was updated on November 1, 2026 and Hawkeye on November 3, 2026.

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