Comparison

WISO vs hiSpy

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

Head to head
About

WISO

This companion app configures and manages smart safety devices. It automatically sends emergency alerts with location tracking via SMS, email, or LINE to designated contacts. Enjoy over two months of battery life with notifications for battery replacement.

Highlights
  • Emergency alerts with location tracking
  • SMS, email, and LINE notifications
  • Detailed location map for contacts
  • Over 2 months battery life
  • Coin battery replacement notifications
  • LINE messaging integration
Features
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This is the companion app for WISO products. Using this app to setup and configure your WISO products. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCwl9DAEKLY Safer, Simpler and Speedier Once a WISO device is activated, the WISO app will automatically make one phone call as well as send SMS/email/LINE messages to your designated contacts. In addition to text messages, detailed location tracking map provided, so your friends and family can give timely help. Let WISO safeguard your 24-hour safety. *Location tracking* Sends up-to-date location tracking and map info through SMS, email, and LINE. Your friends and family can provide faster help to the location of the emergency. *LINE support* Contacts can be notified through our integration with LINE instant messaging app. Fast, reliable, free. Keeping friends & family safe has never been so easy. *2+ months battery life* Solid battery life of over 2 months, email can be set up so you are notified to change the coin battery (CR 2032). *Requirements* - A supported smartphone with WISO app installed and configured is required for most WISO features to function. - Working internet connection in order for the WISO app to notification contacts. - Both Bluetooth and location should be enabled in the system settings, and the app should have permission to use location data. Otherwise contacts won't know your location when WISO is activated. Supports Apple devices running iOS 8 or higher: iPhone 7, 7 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, 6, 6 Plus, 5, 5C, 5S, 4S *Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

hiSpy

Detect hidden cameras and suspicious devices in your surroundings. Utilize Wi-Fi scanning, infrared, and magnetic detection for comprehensive privacy checks in hotels, rentals, and private spaces. Gain peace of mind by knowing what's around you.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi network scanning for suspicious devices
  • Infrared detection for camera lights
  • Magnetic activity detection
  • Identification of nearby electronic devices
  • Multiple detection methods
  • Guidance for inspecting common locations
Features
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Protect your privacy wherever you go. Hispy helps you check your surroundings for hidden cameras and suspicious devices using multiple detection tools. Whether you're staying at a hotel, checking into a rental, traveling, or simply want more peace of mind, Hispy makes it easy to scan your space in seconds. Know what's around you before you settle in. Features • Scan your Wi-Fi network for connected and suspicious devices. • Detect potential hidden cameras on the same network. • Use infrared detection to spot camera lights that may be difficult to see with the naked eye. • Check your surroundings for unusual magnetic activity. • Identify suspicious electronic devices nearby. • Use multiple detection methods for a more complete privacy check. • Follow simple guidance to inspect common hidden-camera locations. • Scan hotel rooms, vacation rentals, bedrooms, offices, and other private spaces. • Run quick privacy checks whenever you enter a new environment. Why Hispy? Hidden cameras can be small, discreet, and difficult to notice. Hispy gives you practical tools to investigate your surroundings and identify devices that may deserve a closer look. Instead of relying on a single detection method, you can combine network scanning, infrared detection, magnetic detection, and manual inspection to perform a more thorough check. Travel With More Confidence A new hotel room. A vacation rental. A changing room. An unfamiliar space. Make a privacy check part of your routine. Open Hispy, scan your surroundings, and get more information about the devices around you before you relax. Your Privacy Matters You shouldn't have to wonder whether someone could be watching. Hispy is designed to give you more awareness and control over your private spaces. Check your room before you sleep, inspect an unfamiliar environment, or simply scan when something doesn't feel right. Perfect for • Hotels and vacation rentals • Business trips • Solo travel • Bedrooms and private spaces • Offices and meeting rooms • Changing rooms • Frequent travelers • Anyone who values privacy and peace of mind Premium Subscription Unlock the full Hispy experience with advanced detection tools, enhanced device scanning, and additional privacy features. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time from your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/hispy/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/hispy/terms-of-use Download Hispy and make privacy checking part of every stay.

Screenshots

WISO4 screens
hiSpy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: hiSpy at every 5 days against WISO's every 5 weeks. hiSpy also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). WISO's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.1). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. WISO sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and hiSpy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for WISO against 5.0 for hiSpy. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WISO ships an update every 5 weeks, hiSpy every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WISO versus hiSpy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWISOhiSpy
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB82 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAstrotek Integration Co., Ltd.ABDULVAHIT CELIK

Customer experience

WISO

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative42.9%

hiSpy

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

WISO

One-time5
  • 15 SMS$0.99
  • 15 SMS$1.99
  • 40 SMS$4.99
Show 2 more
  • 100 SMS$9.99
  • 240 SMS$19.99
2 purchases

hiSpy

Subscriptions2
  • hiSpy Premium Weekly$5.997 Days
  • hiSpy Premium Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is WISO free?
WISO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is hiSpy free?
hiSpy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WISO or hiSpy?
WISO and hiSpy are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do WISO or hiSpy have ads?
Neither WISO nor hiSpy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WISO or hiSpy?
WISO ships an update every 5 weeks, and hiSpy every 5 days. Most recently, WISO was updated on October 1, 2026 and hiSpy on October 6, 2026.

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