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.
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.
- 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
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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.
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.
- EMF monitoring
- Electromagnetic field detection
- Radiation level measurement
- Environmental safety assessment
- Real-time EMF readings
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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/
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner | EMF Detector |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (620 ratings) | 4.4 (340 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 67.5% of reviews — better | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 620 — better | 340 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Exelerus | 新雨 李 |
Customer experience
Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner
EMF Detector
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
Paranormal EMF Recorder and Scanner
- Extended Recording$1.99
- Free from Advertisements$1.99
- Professional Edition$2.99
EMF Detector
- unlimited features2 variants$4.991 Month
- unlimited features$14.99
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