# Motion Detector Cam Free

> iPhone motion detector camera with live desktop feed. (iPhone/iPad app by Philip Bailey.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motion-detector-cam-free/id547626384 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Philip Bailey](https://appshunter.io/developer/416793903)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 57 App Store ratings · 84 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-08-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motion-detector-cam-free/id547626384/reviews.md

## What is Motion Detector Cam Free?

Whether you want to observe wildlife in your garden or protect your property turn your iPhone into a motion detecting camera with live feed to your desktop. 

Motion Detector Cam Free uses a complex mathematical algorithm to spot movement and record a series of photos. To use simply start the app and place the device in a stationary position. 

You can now access a live camera feed from your desktop using an internet browser. 

Please note the device must be still to detect motion and take photos. To stop detecting motion simply pick up the device.

We recommend plugging your device into a power source for prolonged use.


- Features - 

Advanced motion detection with a single user defined parameter for tolerance (10 - 20 works well for most uses)

Live feed to your desktop.

If required set timers to enable/disable motion detection at predefined times

Photos saved to device camera roll

Supports both front and rear cameras

## Key features

- Advanced motion detection
- Live feed to desktop browser
- Set timers for motion detection
- Photos saved to camera roll
- Supports front and rear cameras

## Recent user reviews (10 of 84)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motion-detector-cam-free/id547626384/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Basic

*2026-06-07*

Free version records stills in photos and requires screen to be unlocked

### 1/5 — Pessima

*2025-11-14, version 2.7*

mi sono trovato la galleria con letteralmente 900 foto circa TUTTE QUANTE IDENTICHE senza nessun oggetto in movimento, volevo utilizzare l’app per catturare il topo che sono sicuro che ci sia in casa mia e questo è quello che trovo: migliaia di foto TUTTE UGUALI senza nessun e ripeto NESSUN “OGGETTO” IN MOVIMENTO!!!!!

### 1/5 — Useless

*2025-07-04*

Do not waste your time.

### 2/5 — Doesn’t record

*2025-05-06*

I used it and woke up to only photos I don’t know if this is for my phone but yeah

### 1/5 — BAD

*2024-12-07*

I kept the device still,. and then I waved my hand in front of it, but it did not take a picture at all then I put my finger right in front of it, and it took a picture then I tried again, but it didn’t work.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2024-12-01*

It doesn’t work I tried To do it it said shaking I was not I put my phone down shaking it will not recorded 1 star

### 1/5 — Detects every leaf movement

*2024-08-30*

Tried to photograph an owl that is roosting in our roof, hoping to get pictures as it flys out but this app simply detects every slight movement of a leaf so records thousands of unwanted photos.  Needs selective area for motion detection and a sensitivity.

### 5/5 — Simple and works

*2024-01-06*

Take a minute to tweak the sensitivity and sit back and watch it work. Unbelievably useful free tool. The capture rate might be a bit low for some applications, but hey, the pro version is right there with video capture — and so cheap! Insert Fry take my money meme.

### 2/5 — It only takes photos

*2023-10-01*

Camera sensor only takes photo some people complaining it doesn’t take video once motion detected and my issue was it doesn’t make a sound. There’s an option for it not to take photos but no options to enable a sound. It does have a sensitivity/tolerance option though

### 1/5 — big nothing burger

*2023-07-17*

useless app tyat only works the first couple times

## Frequently asked questions about Motion Detector Cam Free

### What does Motion Detector Cam Free do?

This app turns your iPhone into a motion-detecting camera. It uses a mathematical algorithm to detect movement, capture a series of photos, and provides a live feed accessible from your desktop's internet browser. It's useful for observing wildlife or protecting your property.

### How does the motion detection work?

The app employs an advanced motion detection system with a single user-defined parameter for tolerance. When motion is detected, it records a series of photos. For best results, the device should be placed in a stationary position.

### Is Motion Detector Cam Free really free?

Yes, the app is available for free. However, it does display advertisements. There are no in-app purchases mentioned in the provided description.

### What devices is Motion Detector Cam Free compatible with?

The description specifies that it can be used with an iPhone. It also mentions accessing the live feed from a desktop using an internet browser, implying compatibility with most desktop operating systems.

### Can I schedule when the motion detection is active?

Yes, you can set timers to enable or disable motion detection at predefined times. This allows for scheduled monitoring without needing to manually start or stop the detection process.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.7 — 2022-10-23

Higher photo resolution. Bug fixes.

### 2.6 — 2022-05-11

bug fixes

### 2.5 — 2021-11-17

updated for iOS 14

### 2.4 — 2017-04-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes.

### 2.3 — 2016-12-16

bug fixes and updated ad provider.

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