Faux Spy vs. UncovAI: Transparency in AI Image Detection Matters

UncovAI doesn't clearly publish its scan limits, pricing, or detection capabilities. With Faux Spy you always know where you stand: 10 free checks per day, $9.99/month for unlimited Pro with deepfake detection.

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Side-by-side comparison

Feature Faux Spy UncovAI
How it works Chrome extension โ€” right-click any image on any site Chrome extension โ€” detects AI on pages while browsing
Free tier scan limit 10 checks/day โ€” clearly stated, no account Not clearly published
Paid plan $9.99/month (Pro) ยท $29.99/month (Video) Not clearly published
Deepfake detection Yes (Pro tier) Not clearly documented
Video scanning Yes (Video tier โ€” $29.99/month) No
Romance scam focus Yes โ€” built for dating apps and catfishing detection General AI detection
Pricing transparency Fully transparent โ€” free tier, Pro, Video clearly listed Unclear โ€” not easily found on website
Development model Funded by Pro subscribers โ€” active incentive to maintain accuracy Unknown โ€” no clear revenue model published
Firefox support Yes โ€” Firefox add-on available Chrome only

Why transparency in an AI detector matters

When you're using a tool to verify whether a profile photo is real before you invest emotional or financial trust in someone, you need to know what you're working with. Knowing your scan limit means you can plan your usage. Knowing whether deepfake detection is included means you know what threat model the tool actually covers.

UncovAI doesn't make these details easy to find. The extension is available, but its scan limits, paid plan options, detection capabilities, and model accuracy aren't clearly published. That opacity makes it hard to rely on for serious use โ€” you don't know when you're hitting limits, what the tool can and can't catch, or whether the detection is being maintained against current generators.

Faux Spy publishes everything: 10 free checks per day, no account required. Pro is $9.99/month for unlimited checks and deepfake detection. Video is $29.99/month. The detection accuracy and what it covers are documented. There are no hidden limits that surprise you mid-use.

Deepfake detection: the use case UncovAI doesn't document

There are two distinct scenarios where AI detection matters for personal safety:

Fully AI-generated faces: Photos created from scratch by tools like Midjourney, DALL-E, or Stable Diffusion. These are entirely synthetic โ€” there's no real person behind the face.

AI-manipulated real photos (deepfakes): Real photos of real people that have been altered using AI โ€” face-swapped, aged, retouched. Scammers often use this approach because it passes basic visual inspection and doesn't trigger reverse image search hits.

Faux Spy Pro includes a dedicated deepfake detection model that looks specifically for AI manipulation in otherwise authentic photos. UncovAI's capabilities on this second scenario aren't documented. For romance scam protection โ€” which often involves manipulated real photos rather than fully synthetic ones โ€” the distinction matters.

Who Faux Spy is built for

Faux Spy is built for people who want to verify profile photos on dating apps, social media, and professional networks regularly โ€” not just occasionally. The right-click workflow means you're never more than two clicks away from a verdict on any image you're looking at, without downloading or uploading anything.

The free tier (10/day) covers casual daily use. Pro makes sense for anyone actively dating online, doing background checks, or reviewing multiple profiles regularly. The Video tier adds protection against AI-generated video content, which is increasingly relevant as deepfake video becomes more accessible.

Common questions

Is UncovAI free to use?

UncovAI appears to have a free tier, but the limits aren't clearly published. Faux Spy is explicit: 10 free checks per day, no account required. Pro is $9.99/month for unlimited checks plus deepfake detection.

Which extension has better accuracy?

Faux Spy uses a commercial detection API that is continuously updated against new AI generators. UncovAI's detection model and accuracy aren't publicly benchmarked. Without published accuracy data for current generators, it's difficult to compare directly.

Does UncovAI work on Firefox?

UncovAI is available for Chrome. Faux Spy is available for both Chrome and Firefox, making it the choice if you use multiple browsers.

Can I use Faux Spy without creating an account?

Yes โ€” the free tier (10 checks/day) requires no account and no sign-up. Pro requires an account for billing. You can start using Faux Spy immediately after installing from the Chrome Web Store.

How does Faux Spy handle my images?

Faux Spy sends image data to its detection API for analysis and returns a verdict. It doesn't store or log your images beyond the scan itself. Full details are in the privacy policy.

Know exactly what you're getting โ€” before you need it

10 free checks/day. Transparent pricing. Deepfake detection included with Pro.

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