Let’s face it, as kids we all wanted to become a spy at some point or other. And while we’re still being honest, there’s a part of us that still does. Thankfully there is now a vast range of spy gadgets that can help you live your childhood dreams.

These range from hidden pen recorders and camera glasses to phone jammers and bug detectors. If you want to bring out your inner James Bond, then this is the list for you.

Whether you want one of these gadgets for a bit of fun or something a bit more Machiavellian, we’re not here to judge. We just wanted to show you the best gadgets available today and we’ve found 12 that fit the bill. 

These gadgets not only look great but they also work very well and have an impressive amount of quality. Let’s take a look!

Best Buy

1. Hidden Voice Recorder Pen

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Are you anxious when heading to a meeting or in the lecture room, always forgetting important points? Or perhaps you forget what the discussion was in class. Maybe your old recording equipment has become bulky, or carrying it around is difficult.

The perfect solution is investing in a hidden voice recorder pen. The pen writes perfectly and has dual noise-canceling microphones providing you with professional, clear audio recordings.

Best of all, it records 30 feet of audio sound with a full range and is simple to operate. Even if the battery fails during use, it automatically saves the recording and places a time stamp. The mini recorder has a vast capacity to save hundreds to thousands of recordings.

Furthermore, you can use it as an MP3 player, and the beautiful design makes it easy to take anywhere. A pen that writes without anyone knowing you’re recording conversations is a great tool to have.

2. Encrypted Flash Drive

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During your lifetime, you may need to exchange sensitive files, right? Then this encrypted hard drive might come in handy.