Comparison

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner vs EMF Detector

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

Head to head
About

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner

This app transforms your phone into an EMF meter for paranormal investigations. It detects and records electromagnetic fields using your device's magnetometer sensor, allowing for in-app analysis of scan results. Export your data for detailed reporting.

Highlights
  • EMF detection using device magnetometer
  • Automated EMF recording
  • Interactive chart analysis of recordings
  • Real-time EMF magnitude gauge
  • 3D EMF strength diagram
  • Exportable CSV data files
Features
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The creators of Ghost EVP Radio bring you Paranormal EMF Recorder; an essential free tool for people with an interest in paranormal investigation and research. Features * Fun and easy to use EMF detection * Real measurements using the magnetometer sensor of your device * Automated EMF recording for long-time measurements * Analyze recorded EMF data directly from within the app using interactive charts * Gauge showing real-time EMF magnitude measurement * Diagram showing real-time measurement of EMF strength in all three dimensions * Simulated measurements can be activated from the Settings screen * Responsive UI with full support for all screen sizes and device orientations As you probably have seen on TV, or maybe even in real life, most professional Ghost hunters and paranormal investigators use various electronic equipment to detect the presence of spirits, ghosts and other otherworldly entities. Special purpose EMF meters are one of those tools, and they are often quite expensive. The truth is that most mobile phones have a built-in sensor, a magnetometer which measures electromagnetic fields (EMF). An EMF is a physical field produced by electrically charged objects. Like gravity, it is one of the four fundamental forces of nature, and although it has never been scientifically proven, many believe that paranormal entities can emanate, influence and distort magnetic fields. This app uses the magnetometer sensor of your device to transform your phone into an easy to use and accurate EMF meter. It also allows you to record the scan measurements and analyze recorded results directly from within the app. The recording feature, allows you to do other things instead of constantly keeping your eyes glued to the screen during a scanning session. Recording can be performed with or without the scanning sound. The interactive in-app analysis, allows you to swipe and zoom through the diagrams representing recorded EMF scan results. A neat feature is that the recordings are saved as comma separated files (CSV), which is a common file format that many apps and computer applications support (e.g. MS Excel). Paranormal investigators certainly appreciate this, since it makes it easy to include long-time scan results in logs and client reports. And to make things even easier, you can open your recordings in other apps with the push of a button. Support * For support and feedback, email us, visit https://paranormalsoftware.com/support or use the in-app buttons on the Settings screen. Usage * Test the scanner by holding your phone near devices that emanate electromagnetic fields, i.e. microwaves, TV screens etc. * The Earths magnetic field ranges from 25 to 65 micro Tesla, depending on your location. Upgrades * This free app is fully usable as is, but you can visit the in-app store for upgrades that unlock additional features. We've worked hard to make this free app as good as possible, and hope that you'll find it both entertaining and useful. Constructive feedback and reviews are always appreciated since it is your opinion that drives future development of the app. Thanks for downloading! Disclaimer All measurements provided by this app are based on real sensor readings, there are no faked alarms, ghostly pictures or scary effects. Since the app uses the actual Magnetometer sensor in your device, all results are 100% dependent on the quality of your device hardware and the calibration. Therefore, we cannot recommend anyone to replace dedicated EMF meters with this (or any) app, and since the results have-not been scientifically verified, you should only use it for entertainment purposes.

About

EMF Detector

Transform your iPhone into an EMF detector to monitor electromagnetic fields. Identify radiation levels in various environments to assess safety at home, work, or in public spaces. Gain insights to make informed decisions about your surroundings.

Highlights
  • EMF monitoring
  • Electromagnetic field detection
  • Radiation level measurement
  • Environmental safety assessment
  • Real-time EMF readings
Features
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Monitor your surroundings with precision using our EMF Monitoring app, designed exclusively for iOS. This innovative application transforms your iPhone into a powerful EMF detector, enabling you to identify electromagnetic fields in various environments. As you move through different areas, the app continuously measures EMF levels, allowing you to easily pinpoint zones of high and low radiation. Whether you're concerned about safety at home, in the workplace, or in public areas, EMF Monitoring provides the insights you need to assess environmental safety and make informed decisions about your surroundings. This app is using the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/ internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner4 screens
EMF Detector3 screens

Verdict

The call

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner and EMF Detector both sit at 4.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 68% of Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner's written reviews are positive against 25% of EMF Detector's. Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). EMF Detector's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and EMF Detector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EMF Detector holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 620 and 340 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner's written reviews are positive against 25% of EMF Detector's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner ships an update every 6 months, EMF Detector every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner versus EMF Detector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParanormal EMF Recorder and ScannerEMF Detector
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (620 ratings)4.4 (340 ratings) — better
Positive reviews67.5% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings620 — better340
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperExelerus新雨 李

Customer experience

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner

All ratings621 ratings
Positive80.8%
Neutral10.6%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews120 reviews
Positive67.5%
Neutral11.7%
Negative20.8%

EMF Detector

All ratings319 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral4.1%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes or crashes
  • Can't delete the app
  • Baseline reading starts at 50 instead of 0

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add ability to play back recordings
  • Provide more instructions and information on how to use the app
  • Improve accuracy and reduce false positives

EMF Detector

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner

One-time3
  • Extended Recording$1.99
  • Free from Advertisements$1.99
  • Professional Edition$2.99
2 purchases

EMF Detector

Subscriptions1
  • unlimited features2 variants$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • unlimited features$14.99

Questions

Is Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner free?
Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EMF Detector free?
EMF Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner or EMF Detector?
EMF Detector is rated higher. Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner averages 4.2 out of 5 from 620 ratings, while EMF Detector averages 4.4 from 340 ratings.
Do Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner or EMF Detector have ads?
Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner shows ads; EMF Detector does not.
Which is updated more often, Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner or EMF Detector?
Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner ships an update every 6 months, and EMF Detector every 2 weeks. Most recently, Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner was updated on November 1, 2026 and EMF Detector on November 4, 2026.

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