# HomeHawk

> Wireless home monitoring camera system with smartphone control and no monthly fees. (iPhone/iPad app by Panasonic Holdings Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homehawk/id1324939168 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Panasonic Holdings Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/386916344)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.42/5 from 2,343 App Store ratings · 123 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 149 MB
- Languages: English, French, Spanish
- Released: 2018-01-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homehawk/id1324939168/reviews.md

## What is HomeHawk?

Panasonic HomeHawk makes it quick and easy to create a powerful, wireless network of Home monitoring camera system in and outside the home. And monitor all from your smartphone and tablet with one simple app. 

https://panasonic.net/cns/pcc/support/homehawk


Main Features

General Functions
- Easy setup wizard
- No monthly service fees – monitoring, notification 

Camera Functions
- Cameras display real-time streaming 
- Automatically record video to Micro SD cards in Access Point
- Select motion detection areas for specific recording and notification
- Camera enables 2-way communication
- Receive alerts when camera detect motion
- View alert event log

## Key features

- Easy setup wizard
- Real-time camera streaming
- Micro SD card recording
- Motion detection areas
- Two-way audio communication
- Motion detection alerts
- Alert event log

## What do users think of HomeHawk?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great video quality
- 👍 Easy setup
- 🔒 No monthly fees
- 🚀 Convenient window mount
- 👍 Continuous recording mode

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
- 🐛 Choppy video playback
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with location tracking

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Cameras randomly go offline
- Firmware updates break recording functionality
- Incompatible with latest iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Option to block specific areas for privacy
- Faster video playback speeds
- Support for 4K or higher resolution
- Desktop/web app for viewing cameras
- Ability to schedule notification silencing

## Recent user reviews (10 of 123)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/homehawk/id1324939168/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Does not work. Permissions are broken.

*2026-07-26, version 4.7*

The application prompts that one needs to enable LAN access permissions, however on the latest version of iOS (26.5.2), this does not work. It prompts one to open the settings menu, however the setting to enable the permission is not listed because the app never actually prompts iOS for the permission. I have deleted and re-installed the app multiple times on several iOS devices and have seen consistent behavior.
The application is unusable.

### 1/5 — Loved it initially

*2026-06-08, version 4.7*

They seem to have updated it. I can’t log into my app or connect to my camera. It’s now in the trash.

### 2/5 — Doesn't know the difference between an insect and a human

*2026-04-28, version 4.7*

The alarm goes of saying "person" for insects, trees moving, animals etc.

### 1/5 — App Stopped Working

*2026-04-25, version 4.7*

On 4/12/26 app stopped working for not only me, but other family members who have HomeHawk cameras. We are all on different networks & different phones and none of us can view our cameras. Just says ‘no connection’ in app. Cameras are working as you receive notifications from camera saying there is motion or person but app is not connecting to camera. I have restarted phone and deleted & reinstalled app but nothing has worked.
Started working for a week, now it’s 4/24 and not working again. Panasonic has not responded.

### 3/5 — A full 24hours without being able to connnect

*2026-04-12, version 4.7*

For whatever reason my connection to but cameras through the app wasn’t working. Power cycled , factory reset, repair mode, and even left unclogged for an hour before plugging back in. This lasted more than 24hours.  Having no cameras anymore as if they bricked their own service was freaking me out !!!!

THEN following day I could connect again. No cool Panisonic NOT COOL!!!!

### 1/5 — App Stopped Working

*2026-04-12, version 4.7*

On 4/12/26 app stopped working for not only me, but other family members who have HomeHawk cameras. We are all on different networks & different phones and none of us can view our cameras. Just says ‘no connection’ in app. Cameras are working as you receive notifications from camera saying there is motion or person but app is not connecting to camera. I have restarted phone and deleted & reinstalled app but nothing has worked.

### 1/5 — Sucks

*2026-04-12, version 4.7*

Suck BIG TIME

### 1/5 — App is not working

*2026-04-12, version 4.7*

App stop working after iPhone update. Please fix ASAP!! I get notifications but when I go to the app it keeps saying no connection.

### 1/5 — Won’t connect

*2026-04-02, version 4.7*

When setting up the app gives you the password the camera uses so when the app finally asks for that password it doesn’t work. Cmon Panasonic. Really?!

### 2/5 — Won’t catch important videos

*2025-10-24, version 4.7*

Won’t catch important videos because it won’t stay connected uses all the battery really fast

## Frequently asked questions about HomeHawk

### What does the HomeHawk app do?

The HomeHawk app allows you to set up and manage a wireless network of home monitoring cameras. You can view live video feeds from your cameras, receive motion detection alerts, and communicate using two-way audio, all from your smartphone or tablet.

### What are the main features of the HomeHawk system?

Key features include an easy setup wizard, real-time camera streaming, automatic video recording to Micro SD cards, customizable motion detection areas, two-way communication, motion alerts, and an alert event log. The system also offers no monthly service fees for monitoring and notifications.

### Is there a monthly fee to use HomeHawk?

No, there are no monthly service fees required for monitoring and notifications with the HomeHawk system. This makes it a cost-effective solution for home security and monitoring.

### How does video recording work with HomeHawk?

Cameras automatically record video to Micro SD cards inserted into the Access Point. You can also select specific motion detection areas to trigger recording and notifications, ensuring you capture relevant events.

### Can I talk to people or pets through the cameras?

Yes, the cameras enable two-way communication. This means you can speak and listen through the camera, allowing you to communicate with family members, pets, or visitors remotely.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.7 — 2025-09-19

According to the update of support version of iOS, change the supported version of the app to iOS15 or higher.

### 4.6 — 2025-03-26

Update on Authentication Method for Alexa and Google Home Features.

### 4.5 — 2024-06-07

To correct not to display the unnecessary message, while downloading firmware of KX-HNC800/HN1000 with iOS smartphone.

### 4.4 — 2024-04-18

To correct the privacy policy URL for Canadian French.

### 4.3 — 2024-02-27

To improve the display issues.
To improve crash and other issues.

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