234+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Discreet is the household name in background camera, but it's far from the only option. We track 234+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
Capture photos and videos discreetly using a black screen or custom screen mode. Features include autofocus, image stabilization, 4K video, and Apple Watch control. Instantly launch the camera with a Lock Screen widget for quick access. Keep your media private with a secure, built-in gallery.
This app allows for discreet, high-quality video recording in the background with secure, password-protected local storage. It offers easy controls, professional video output, and a built-in gallery for managing your recordings.
Record videos and take photos discreetly with a completely black screen. This app offers stealth mode, dual capture, and various camera controls for private documentation or security.
Capture photos and videos privately without cluttering your device's storage. Content is not saved locally unless you choose to share it. Offers easy sharing options and customizable camera settings for a streamlined experience.
This app offers a private camera experience, allowing you to record videos and take pictures with customizable shooting modes. It features a motion detector and PIN protection to keep your media secure and separate from your device's main gallery.
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a professional digital film camera. Achieve a cinematic look with Hollywood-grade controls, including frame rate, shutter angle, and ISO adjustments. Record in industry-standard formats directly to cloud storage for seamless global collaboration.
Record videos and photos discreetly with a black screen, allowing you to focus on the moment without drawing attention. Ideal for capturing personal memories, surprises, or performances without a bright display. Use responsibly and with consent.
Easily record your screen in high quality for gameplay, tutorials, or presentations. Add face cam reactions and voice commentary. Edit your recordings with built-in tools and share them directly to your favorite apps.
Record audio and video discreetly and store it securely within the application. This tool offers password protection and file management options for your recordings. It's useful for documenting important conversations, lectures, or meetings.
Record videos and take photos while using other apps. This floating camera allows you to multitask, displaying a movable camera window over your screen for notes, web browsing, or scripts.
Record your screen, gameplay, video calls, and online meetings with high-quality audio. Enhance your recordings with a built-in editor, AI noise reduction, and voice effects. Share your creations easily to social media.
This app helps you detect hidden spy cameras and listening devices. It uses Wi-Fi connectivity to find connected threats and can uncover hidden electronics and pinhole cameras, providing detailed information about detected devices. It also offers a safety guide to protect your privacy.
This app helps you protect your privacy by scanning your surroundings for hidden cameras and suspicious recording devices. It transforms your phone into a reliable detector, offering peace of mind in any unfamiliar environment.
Enhance your photos with a wide range of filters, stickers, and makeup effects. This app offers tools for retouching skin, reshaping features, and applying artistic styles like painting or anime. Create high-quality selfies and edit videos with music and filters.
Capture photos and videos discreetly using fake backgrounds that simulate web browsing, a clock, or a static image. Features include motion detection, a photo timer, and password-protected storage for your captured media.
This AI-powered app creates DSLR-style portraits by simulating realistic background blur and offering advanced 3D relighting capabilities. It allows for precise control over depth, lighting, and scene atmosphere, transforming any photo into a cinematic masterpiece.
Detect hidden cameras and microphones using your device's magnetic field sensor. This app helps secure your privacy in various locations by identifying electromagnetic fields emitted by electronic devices.
Detect hidden cameras and suspicious devices on your network with a single tap. This app offers WiFi and Bluetooth scanning to help you maintain privacy in various locations like hotels and bathrooms.
Transform your iPhone and iPad photos with DSLR-like bokeh and depth-of-field effects. This app uses computational photography to let you refocus, adjust aperture, and add multiple lights in 3D space, unlocking endless creative possibilities.
Record your screen while using any app, capture gameplay, create tutorials, or record video reactions with a facecam. Edit your recordings with trimming, stickers, filters, and text. Share your creations easily.