Best Mugshot Lookup Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 248+ mugshot lookup apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Mugshot Lookup Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Busted In the USABusted In the USAFree2.1★ (25)NoNoOct 2026
2RPS-Inmate InfoRPS-Inmate InfoFree2.4★ (109)NoNoOct 2026
3MobilePatrol: Public SafetyMobilePatrol: Public SafetyFree2.0★ (3.9K)YesNoNov 2026
4BeenVerified: People SearchBeenVerified: People SearchFree4.6★ (38K)YesYesNov 2026
5Facely: AI Face SearchFacely: AI Face SearchFree4.3★ (3)NoYesOct 2026
6Mugshot Coffee CalendarMugshot Coffee CalendarFree—NoNoOct 2026
7Большое ТВ: Русские фильмы HDБольшое ТВ: Русские фильмы HDFree3.3★ (350)NoYesNov 2026
8Simply BailSimply BailFree5.0★ (1)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Mugshot Lookup

2.1(25 ratings)
Free
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Access real-time booking records from county and government databases to find out who has been taken into custody, why, and for how long. Search past and present records by name, region, and date to stay informed about your community.

2.4😞(109 ratings)
Free
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Access comprehensive inmate information for your city or county, including booking details, mugshots, and release dates. Find nearby jails, view their hours, visitation rules, and get directions. Stay updated on recent arrests and releases.

What We Love

  • 👍 Modern redesign appreciated
  • 👍 Good flow when clicking around
  • 👍 Helpful for seeing bookings and charges

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App not working for weeks
  • 🐛 Showing zero inmates
  • 🐛 No inmates in jail
  • 🐛 Stuck on wrong locations
  • 🐛 Not showing current inmates
  • 🐛 Disappearing inmates
  • 🐛 Doesn't let you choose a state
  • 🐛 Doesn't have nearby counties
  • 🐛 Not showing information for weeks
  • 🐛 No way to give location
  • 🐛 Doesn't provide local jails
  • 🐛 Useless without location data
  • 🐛 Fails to find location
  • 🐛 Picks wrong state every time
  • 🐛 Lists do not update
  • 🐛 Back button issue after update
  • 🐛 Black background impacts visibility
  • 🐛 Not showing charges or photos
  • 🐛 Broken after update
  • 🐛 Background and font garbage
  • 🐛 Can't see charges or bond amounts
  • 🐛 Does not work most of the time
  • 🐛 Not showing charges
  • 🐛 Stuck in another state
  • 🐛 Does not work with new iPhone update
  • 🐛 Doesn't work at all after iOS update
  • 🐛 Doesn't open with new iOS update
  • 🐛 Limited counties to choose from
  • 🐛 No information pulls
  • 🐛 Crashing after opening
  • 🐛 Needs update for current iOS
  • 🐛 Won't let you see people in county
  • 🐛 Near useless
  • 🐛 Nothing in my state
  • 🐛 Limited databases
  • 🐛 State not displayed
  • 🐛 No one cares about distance
  • 🐛 User navigation could be improved
  • 🐛 Acronyms not defined
  • 🐛 Won't connect
  • 🐛 Brings up jails in other states
2.0😞(3.9K ratings)
FreeAds
#58in News
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Access critical safety information, news, and alerts for your community. Receive updates from public safety agencies and law enforcement, report local issues, and view public records like sex offender registries and most wanted lists.

What We Love

  • 👍 Useful for staying informed on local arrests
  • 🚀 Provides quick access to inmate information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 💩 Cluttered with too many ads
  • 🚫 Inaccurate or missing information
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find relevant data

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FAQ about Mugshot Lookup

What are the best mugshot lookup apps for iPhone?
Busted In the USA tops our mugshot lookup apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 2.1-star average from 25 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top mugshot lookup apps we rank are free to download, including Busted In the USA and RPS-Inmate Info.
Busted In the USA has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ mugshot lookup apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.