Best Surveillance Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

DeFlock.me is the household name in surveillance, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Surveillance Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1DeFlock.meDeFlock.meFree4.7★ (273)NoNoSep 2026
2FlockHopperFlockHopperFree4.7★ (139)NoYesSep 2026
3iNet - Network ScanneriNet - Network ScannerFree was $1.994.5★ (2.5K)NoYesSep 2026
4AI SurveillanceAI SurveillanceFreeNoJul 2026
5Alfred Camera: Home SecurityAlfred Camera: Home SecurityFree4.8★ (111K)YesYesSep 2026
6DMSSDMSSFree4.8★ (79K)NoYesSep 2026
7Surveillance ProSurveillance ProFree4.1★ (213)NoYesSep 2026
8Distant SurveillanceDistant SurveillanceFreeNoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Surveillance

DeFlock.me#1

DeFlock.me by Tech BS LLC

View and Contribute ALPR data
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.7(273 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a platform to view and contribute to a publicly accessible map of mass surveillance devices. Users can explore existing data and add new information about these devices.

FlockHopper#2

FlockHopper by OpenRoad Labs LLC

Opt Out of Mass Surveillance
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.7(139 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#44in Navigation
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This navigation app provides two route options: the fastest and an alternative that avoids known automated license plate reader (ALPR) camera locations. It displays camera locations on the map and offers turn-by-turn voice guidance with lane hints. The app prioritizes user privacy with no account, sign-up, ads, or data sales.

iNet - Network Scanner#3

iNet - Network Scanner by BananaGlue GmbH

Know Your Network...
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.5😐(2.5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Discover all devices on your local network, analyze services, and manage connected devices. Remotely control Macs and PCs, monitor network status, and customize device identification. This tool offers comprehensive network insights for both technical and casual users.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Excellent network scanning
  • 🔍 Provides detailed device information
  • 🔌 Useful for network troubleshooting
  • 💻 Great for IT professionals and home users

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Concerns about location permissions
  • 🔒 Lack of transparency around data collection
  • 💰 Paywall for advanced features
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🚫 Removal of previously available free features

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FAQ about Surveillance

What are the best surveillance apps for iPhone?
DeFlock.me tops our surveillance apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 273 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top surveillance apps we rank are free to download, including DeFlock.me and FlockHopper.
DeFlock.me has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 249+ surveillance apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
DeFlock.me allows users to view and contribute to an open map that documents public mass surveillance devices. It serves as a community-driven resource for understanding the landscape of surveillance technology.
The app focuses on Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) data and other public mass surveillance devices. You can view existing entries on the map and add new information about devices you discover.

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