# YI Home vs Trusted Helper

The clearest difference is rating: Trusted Helper at 5.0 against YI Home's 4.3. Trusted Helper also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). YI Home's advantage is ratings volume (72K vs 1) and chart position (#92 vs unranked). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. YI Home sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Trusted Helper asks for nothing beyond the download.

Trusted Helper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: YI Home has 72K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | YI Home | Trusted Helper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (72K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-home/id1011626777/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trusted-helper/id6805068910/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **72K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 12.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#92** | — |
| Size | 285 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZK (HK) LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1769973640) | [All cleaning solution inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778391090) |

## What reviewers say

### YI Home

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-home/id1011626777)

**Currently charting:** #92 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Monitor your home 24/7 with live video streaming and two-way audio from your YI Home Cameras. Receive alerts for detected motion, pan, tilt, and zoom for a full view, and enjoy clear HD video day and night. Secure your footage with an SD card or cloud storage options.

**Highlights:** 24/7 live view streaming, Two-way audio communication, Motion detection alerts, Pan, tilt, and zoom controls, 1080p HD video with night vision, Micro SD card video storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7d. Loop(30d.), 1 Cam | $4.99 | per month |
| 7d. Loop(30d.), 1 Cam, CVR | $7.99 | per month |
| 15d. Loop(30d.), 5 Cam | $11.99 | per month |
| 5 cams,15 days history, motion | $11.99 | per month |
| 30d. Loop(30d.), 5 Cam | $14.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Entry Plan | $15.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud CVR Plan | $18.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Standard Plan | $22.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Plus Plan | $25.99 | per month |
| Kami Cloud Entry Plan | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Affordable and amazing camera system
- 🔒 Robust security features
- 👍 Easy setup and intuitive app
- 🔍 Clear video and audio quality
- 🔍 Excellent night vision

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and freezes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data sharing
- 💰 Aggressive push for paid cloud subscription
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🔍 Downgraded functionality in recent updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Inability to view recordings beyond 24 hours
- Cameras randomly going offline
- Issues with connecting to new WiFi networks

**Requested features**

- Add iPad app with multi-camera view
- Improve video playback controls and timeline
- Allow more flexible motion detection zones
- Provide option to disable motion alerts but still record
- Add background audio support for baby monitor use


### Trusted Helper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trusted-helper/id6805068910)

Connects families with verified babysitters and caregivers in their local area. Features safety verification for all caregivers, allowing families to book with confidence. Offers tools for browsing profiles, requesting bookings, and direct communication.

**Highlights:** Verified babysitter profiles, Safety verification and background checks, Browse experience and availability, Direct booking requests, In-app chat and calling, Caregiver profile creation

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is YI Home free?

YI Home is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Trusted Helper free?

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

### Which has better reviews, YI Home or Trusted Helper?

Trusted Helper is rated higher. YI Home averages 4.3 out of 5 from 72K ratings, while Trusted Helper averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do YI Home or Trusted Helper have ads?

YI Home shows ads; Trusted Helper does not.

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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.*