# TRENDnet IPView vs VideoLink

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VideoLink at none against TRENDnet IPView's 1. VideoLink also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). TRENDnet IPView's advantage is rating (2.1 vs 1.8) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TRENDnet IPView sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. VideoLink asks for nothing beyond the download.

TRENDnet IPView holds the better App Store score, 2.1 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 40 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of TRENDnet IPView's written reviews are positive against 5% of VideoLink's.

TRENDnet IPView ships an update every 2 months, VideoLink monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TRENDnet IPView | VideoLink |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.1 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trendnet-ipview/id1001419065/reviews)** | [1.8 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videolink/id1665074424/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **40** |
| Positive reviews | **12.3% of reviews** | 5.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 59 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRENDnet Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/410528183) | [强 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657089071) |

## What reviewers say

### TRENDnet IPView

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trendnet-ipview/id1001419065)

View live video streams from TRENDnet network cameras directly on your mobile device. The app automatically discovers cameras on your network, offering a thumbnail view of all connected devices and a full-screen live feed. You can digitally zoom, pan and tilt compatible cameras, take snapshots, and listen to audio.

**Highlights:** Live camera streaming, Auto-detect TRENDnet cameras, Thumbnail and full-screen views, Digital zoom, PTZ camera control, Snapshot capture, Audio monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to full version | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Generally pleased with functionality
- 👍 Works great for NVR
- 👍 Quick setup for NVR
- 👍 Good viewer for Trendnet IP cameras
- 👍 Simple, powerful, reliable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not work
- 🐛 Very limited control
- 🐛 Cannot get some cameras working
- 🐛 Cannot view recorded video
- 🐛 Crashes when taking pictures

**Reported bugs**

- Long press to edit camera info not evident
- App will not turn on/off night vision
- No pan, tilt, or zoom control
- App not able to reconnect when not on home network
- Only shows snapshot, does not stream

**Requested features**

- Sorting added cameras
- Description for full version
- FTP or OneDrive support
- HTML5, Chrome or Edge support for browser interfaces
- Dark mode option


### VideoLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videolink/id1665074424)

Remotely connect and manage your home's intelligent webcams and video recorders. View real-time video, capture footage, record, and communicate with two-way audio. Receive intelligent alarm notifications for enhanced home security.

**Highlights:** Remote camera connection, Real-time video viewing, Video recording, Voice call and intercom, Intelligent alarm push

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TRENDnet IPView free?

TRENDnet IPView is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is VideoLink free?

VideoLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TRENDnet IPView or VideoLink?

TRENDnet IPView is rated higher. TRENDnet IPView averages 2.1 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while VideoLink averages 1.8 from 40 ratings.

### Do TRENDnet IPView or VideoLink have ads?

Neither TRENDnet IPView nor VideoLink shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TRENDnet IPView or VideoLink?

TRENDnet IPView ships an update every 2 months, and VideoLink monthly. Most recently, TRENDnet IPView was updated on October 12, 2026 and VideoLink on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*