Comparison

Cams for Dropcam vs Smart Security Camera App

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Cams for Dropcam

View your Dropcam feeds directly from your Apple Watch. Control your cameras, check their status, and see the last update time. Camera feeds refresh approximately every five seconds.

Highlights
  • View Dropcam feeds on Apple Watch
  • Choose camera for Glance
  • Turn cameras On/Off
  • See last camera update time
  • View camera status
Features
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Cams for Dropcam is the best way to view your Dropcams from your Apple Watch! Features: * Choose which camera is shown in the Glance * Turn your cameras On and Off * See the last time your cameras updated * View the status of your cameras Camera feeds are updated with the latest image approximately once every five seconds. This refresh rate may vary depending on your networking connection and the status of the camera. Note: Cams is not endorsed by or affiliated with Dropcam in any way.

About

Smart Security Camera App

Stream live footage from your WiFi security cameras and manage multiple IP cameras from anywhere. This app offers a user-friendly interface for easy connection, organization, and monitoring of your space, providing peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Stream live footage from WiFi cameras
  • Manage multiple IP cameras
  • Monitor your space remotely
  • User-friendly interface
  • Customizable camera management
  • Connect to cameras instantly
Features
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The Smart Security Camera App helps you stream live footage from your WiFi security cameras, manage multiple IP cameras, and monitor your space from anywhere. Monitor Your Space with Ease Easily connect to your security cameras and stream live footage directly from your smartphone. The Smart Security Camera App puts control and peace of mind at your fingertips. Streamlined Camera Access Quickly connect to your cameras and access live streams instantly. Stay connected to your home, office, or any monitored space. Customizable Camera Management Add, organize, and manage multiple cameras with a few taps. Tailor your setup to fit your unique security needs. User-Friendly Interface Designed with simplicity in mind, the app is easy to navigate, making it suitable for users of all tech levels. Why Choose Smart Security Camera App With robust features and an intuitive design, our app empowers you to stay connected and secure. Premium Subscriptions Subscribed users have unlimited access to premium features. Users can subscribe for one-month or one-year auto-renewing subscriptions. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy and Terms Privacy Policy: https://onhandapps.com/privacy-policy-for-smart-security-camera-app/ Terms of Service: https://onhandapps.com/terms-and-conditions-for-the-smart-security-camera-app/ This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any camera manufacturer. It uses the ONVIF standard to ensure compatibility with a wide range of devices. This app is not affiliated with Tapo, Reolink, Wansview, Yi IOT, Eufy, Ezviz, or any other camera brand mentioned. Support Email: support@onhandapps.com Start monitoring your space with confidence.

Screenshots

Cams for Dropcam2 screens
Smart Security Camera App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Smart Security Camera App at Free against Cams for Dropcam's $2.99. Smart Security Camera App also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.4) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 17). Cams for Dropcam's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.6). On review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Smart Security Camera App is free to download; Cams for Dropcam costs $2.99 up front. Smart Security Camera App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Cams for Dropcam asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Smart Security Camera App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Security Camera App has 2.5K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 25% and 25% positive.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Cams for Dropcam versus Smart Security Camera App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCams for DropcamSmart Security Camera App
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating2.4 (17 ratings)4.7 (2.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews25.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings172.5K — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppmosysOn Hand Apps - FZCO

Customer experience

Cams for Dropcam

All ratings17 ratings
Positive35.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative64.7%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Smart Security Camera App

All ratings2,505 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive25.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative71.9%

Bugs and requests

Cams for Dropcam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Smart Security Camera App

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App doesn't work as expected
  • Incompatible with certain camera models

Requested features

2 requests
  • Improve setup instructions
  • Allow use without subscription

In-app purchases

None

Cams for Dropcam

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Smart Security Camera App

Subscriptions3
  • Smart Security Camera Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Smart Security Camera Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Smart Security Camera Yearly3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Cams for Dropcam free?
Cams for Dropcam costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart Security Camera App free?
Smart Security Camera App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cams for Dropcam or Smart Security Camera App?
Smart Security Camera App is rated higher. Cams for Dropcam averages 2.4 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Smart Security Camera App averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.
Do Cams for Dropcam or Smart Security Camera App have ads?
Neither Cams for Dropcam nor Smart Security Camera App shows ads.

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