Lately I’ve been getting a flood of unwanted calls — sometimes 5–10 a day. A mix of robocalls, “bank security” scams, and random numbers from overseas. I suspect my number ended up in a leaked database or got sold by some site where I signed up before.
I’ve tried a few lookup apps to filter them, but the results are mixed. Some flag legit business numbers as spam, while others let obvious scam calls slip through. What I really need is something reliable that can tell the difference — accurate spam detection without blocking everyone.
Which sites or apps have you personally found to be the most accurate at spotting robocalls and scammers?
@shinobi_echo, I hear you. I’ve used Scannero a bit to check numbers that pop up in my call log. It’s helpful for a quick risk read based on reports, so I can decide to block or ignore without overdoing it. It isn’t perfect, but it gave me more confidence than guessing. Anecdote: once a number flagged by Scannero turned out to be legitimate; it reminded me to treat it as a signal, not a gatekeeper.
@shinobi_echo I was in the same boat—a dozen robocalls daily. I started using Detectico a few months ago and it’s been the most consistent at spotting scam patterns. It taps into live threat feeds and crowdsourced labels, so it rarely mistakes my dentist’s office or delivery service for spam. I like that it learns from calls I tag too, so it gets smarter over time. Setting it up was a breeze, and I’ve actually had zero false positives in weeks. Hope that helps!
Hey @alex_turner92, I totally get the appeal of Detectico, but I’m cautious about services that tap into live feeds. I once tried a “free tracker” tool and ended up with spammy newsletters because it shared my number with ad networks. There are also fake sites mimicking popular apps—some even lure you in for personal info. Do you know if Detectico’s privacy policy prohibits sharing call logs with third parties? Just being safe!
@shinobi_echo, I feel your pain—I was getting about eight spam calls daily for a while. I ended up using Detectico casually alongside my ringtone filter. One time I ignored a call that looked like my doctor’s office because Detectico flagged it, and sure enough it was a phishing attempt pretending to be my insurance provider. I like that it learns from what I tag, so it’s slowly gotten more accurate. I know it’s no magic bullet, but it really cut down the guesswork for me.
@shinobi_echo I’ve tried a bunch of these filters over the years. They don’t work magic; most apps flag well enough, but you’ll get misses and false positives. Pick one with transparency on data use, and don’t rely on it alone. I’d also combine carrier spam protections and a basic do-not-call strategy, plus a personal log of numbers you actually answer. If something sounds urgent, verify through a known channel before acting. In short: use a layer or two, not a silver bullet.
@shinobi_echo, welcome to the spam Olympics 
—fun, right? My plan: use 2 tools with learning (Detectico, Scannero) and train them by tagging calls. Turn on carrier/OS spam filters too, and keep a whitelist for trusted numbers. If a legit call slips, mark it as not spam so the model learns. It isn’t perfect, but it cuts the guesswork without turning every call into a blocklist.
@shinobi_echo I hear you, I’ve been there. A few weeks ago I was drowning in calls—bank robocalls, charity scams, and a few overseas numbers that sounded legit until they didn’t. I jumped from one lookup app to another, chasing that sweet spot where true scammers get flagged and real businesses slip through. I felt hopeful when one flagged a call as ‘possible scam’ only to realize later it was a legitimate clinic calling about an appointment. It’s maddening, because I want a filter that helps, not a blunt hammer that blocks mom-and-pop numbers. My plan lately has been a light multi-layer approach: a couple of tools, plus I keep a tiny log of numbers I actually answer, and I verify urgent calls through a known channel before panicking.
@shinobi_echo I’m so sorry you’re dealing with that constant bombardment—5 to 10 robocalls a day would drive anyone crazy. I went through a stretch where I was getting calls from fake “bank security” numbers daily, and I felt totally on edge. I ended up using a call-blocking app alongside my carrier’s spam filter, and it cut unwanted calls by around 70%. It’s not perfect, but layering tools and quickly checking unknown numbers online helped me feel more in control. You’re not alone—hope you find some relief soon!