Canary - Smart Home Security

Canary - Smart Home Security

by Canary Connect

5.4K ratings
615 reviews
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  • Released
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Features

Background Location Access

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This app connects to smart home security devices to provide live and recorded video monitoring, intelligent motion alerts, and automatic mode switching. It also offers emergency response features and monitors indoor air quality, temperature, and humidity for a safer home environment.

Live and recorded HD video monitoring
Intelligent motion notifications with video clips
Automatic arming/disarming based on location
Emergency siren and direct connection to responders
Indoor air quality, temperature, and humidity monitoring
Customizable Home and Night modes
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What's New in Canary

9.1.0

September 2, 2026

- Bug fixes and optimizations.

Subscription plans

Premium Service

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$12.991 Month
3 Days trial
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Charts

Top Grossing

📈 159+8

Lifestyle

This app rose +8 positions in Lifestyle chart.

Last updated on September 18, 2026.

User reviews

Glitchy and not connecting

I used to love using the Canary. But as of recently I feel like half the time my canary doesn’t want to load and connect and when it finally does it freezes and I can’t see anything. When it works it works amazingly but I’m starting to run into the problem where it works less and less. The camera is always charged and on the same WiFi as my phone so I don’t understand why it has troubles connecting and loading up it’s very unfortunate especially since I use this device for my kids.
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Used to be great

Then they moved a bunch of the free features the camera was literally sold on into a monthly paid subscription. They even moved the 1 tap to police(you know a huge safety feature), among other things, into subscriptions. “I know we sold this camera based on xyz features, but we’re taking those back now.”

Update: They have since taken your ability to stream live and now cut it up into 30s segments before you’re directed to their subscription page.

Nearly every once included positive thing this camera was sold on is now locked behind a paywall or pushes you towards it. Not a good app anymore.
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Terrible customer service

As a long term user, I found out I cannot use the cams, 5 days after I am charged for a year of Premium service. Their response: Company policy: They give no refunds. I will get nothing from that $200+! They are so tone-deaf, they stated that they will switch me to a Basic plan a year from now, even though they know I will have no use then, as well.
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From the beginning

I started using a Canary device when they were first introduced and their functionality and related App have grown with the company.
The App is straightforward and has always been dependable, no matter where I am in the world while traveling.

While I have rarely used Support since the “early days”, I have always found the Support Team to be clear and concise in meeting my questions and needs.
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Turning into garbage by the minute

I had 3 canary cameras. Some for more than 6 years. Started with access to live view and historical events
for 7 days free. Where do we stand today? I pay a subscription, can only see 25 seconds of live view, and god forbid there is an emergency because the amount of impossible to click out Temu spin the cheap garbage products wheel is persistent and it just keeps on popping up! So go to hell Canary! Hope your business goes to hell just like my relationship with your company!
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App crashes on launch

Bug

Inability to delete or remove cameras

Bug

Inaccurate temperature and air quality readings

Bug

Inconsistent live view and recording functionality

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Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to move and reposition cameras

Feature

Longer video history for free users

Feature

Improved geofencing and automatic mode switching

Feature

Better motion detection and person identification

Feature

Easier multi-camera management

Feature

FAQ

What does the Canary app do?

The Canary app works with Canary security devices to provide live and recorded video monitoring of your home. It sends intelligent notifications with video clips for unusual activity, offers automatic arming and disarming, and includes emergency response features. It also monitors indoor air quality, temperature, and humidity.

What are the key features of the Canary app?

Key features include live and recorded HD video viewing, intelligent notifications with video evidence, automatic mode switching (Away, Home, Night), privacy controls, the ability to trigger a siren, and direct connection to emergency responders. It also monitors your home's environment.

Is the Canary app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. However, it requires Canary security devices to function. There may be in-app purchases available for additional features or services, and the app may display advertisements.

What devices is the Canary app compatible with?

The app is designed to work with Canary's range of smart home security devices. Specific compatibility details for different Canary device models can typically be found on the manufacturer's website or within the app's store listing.

How does the automatic arming feature work?

The automatic arming feature uses your phone's GPS to determine when you leave or return home. When all members are away, it enters 'Away' mode for monitoring. When a member is home, it can be customized to 'Home' mode, and you can schedule 'Night' mode for sleep. The 'Privacy' mode turns off the camera and microphone.