Ghost Detector Camera vs ScaryPrank
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ghost Detector Camera
This app uses your device's camera and EMF sensor to detect nearby spirits. It features animated graphics and sound effects to enhance the spooky experience. Explore haunted locations for the best results.
- EMF wave ghost detection
- Device video camera integration
- Animated HD graphics
- High-quality sound effects
- Ghost proximity indicator
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Get scared if you dare! This FREE Ghost Detector Camera will tell you exactly if there is a ghost or spirit nearby! *** FEATURES *** - ghost detector using EMF waves - use your device's video camera to detect ghosts - awesome animated HD graphics - high quality sound effects *** INSTRUCTIONS *** Start the detection sequence and start walking around slowly - we recommend to do this in a haunted house for best result. Pan your device from left to right and keep an eye on the ghost proximity indicator. You might run into a real ghost and see him or her on the screen! Don't wait any longer and start scanning! Disclaimer: since paranormal activity can't be scientifically proven, we can't guarantee that the app communicates with real spirits.
ScaryPrank
This app records friends and family reacting to sudden horror effects while they are focused on a game. Capture their scared moments on video to share with others. It's designed for lighthearted fun and pranks.
- Video recording of reactions
- Sudden horror effects
- Shareable prank videos
- Multiple game modes
- Ghost detector simulation
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▶ FUN REACTION & PRANK EXPERIENCE ◀ Enjoy a fun and interactive prank-style experience with your friends and family! This app creates surprising moments while recording reactions with full awareness and consent. Capture genuine reactions, laugh together, and share memorable moments safely. ▶ HOW IT WORKS ◀ 1. Start the app and choose a game mode 2. Inform your friends that the session may be recorded 3. Hand over the device and let them engage with the activity 4. A surprise moment appears during gameplay 5. Capture and replay the reaction video 6. Share the fun moments with friends ▶ FEATURES ◀ * Record video reactions during gameplay * Multiple interactive modes * Simple and easy-to-use interface * Share videos with friends and family ▶ IMPORTANT ◀ * This app records video and audio during use * Please ensure all participants are aware and have given consent before recording * Recordings are stored locally on your device * You can delete videos anytime ▶ FEEDBACK ◀ If you enjoy the app, please rate us on the App Store. Your support helps us improve!
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Verdict
Ghost Detector Camera and ScaryPrank both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of ScaryPrank's written reviews are positive against 60% of Ghost Detector Camera's. Ghost Detector Camera's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Ghost Detector Camera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and ScaryPrank sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ScaryPrank holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 836 and 1.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Ghost Detector Camera's written reviews are positive against 86% of ScaryPrank's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ghost Detector Camera | ScaryPrank |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (836 ratings) | 4.5 (1.8K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 60.2% of reviews | 86.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 836 | 1.8K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 131 MB | 84 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | First Class Media B.V. | Chintan Shah |
Customer experience
Ghost Detector Camera
ScaryPrank
User reviews
Ghost Detector Camera
From 836 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Detects ghosts
- 🚀 Instant ghost detection
- 🤩 Captures paranormal activity
- 😱 Creepy and scary
- 👻 Sees ghosts in haunted locations
Room to improve
- 🤔 Questionable accuracy of ghost detection
- 🤑 Too many ads interrupting usage
- 🤯 Frightening and unsettling experiences
- 🤒 Causes nightmares and disturbing dreams
- 🤫 Doesn't always detect ghosts as expected
ScaryPrank
From 1.8K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Scary and fun to prank friends
- 😂 Funny to watch reactions
- 🎉 Exciting and thrilling experience
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 💰 Some features locked behind paywall
- 🕰️ Repetitive after a while
Bugs and requests
Ghost Detector Camera
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes or freezes during use
- Camera issues like upside-down or reversed view
- Repeated display of same ghost images
- Unreliable ghost detection and false positives
Requested features
5 requests- Add ghost interaction and communication features
- Improve camera quality and ghost capture
- Reduce ads and in-app purchases
- Provide more ghost detection options and settings
- Add support for older devices
ScaryPrank
Reported bugs
3 issues- Notification messages causing issues
- Compatibility problems on certain devices
- Unexpected app behavior after updates
Requested features
3 requests- More variety of scare pranks
- Ability to customize scare effects
- Improved performance on older devices
In-app purchases
Ghost Detector Camera
- Remove Ads$0.99
ScaryPrank
- My Replay$0.99
- Remove Ads$1.99
- Unlock Levels$1.99
Questions
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