HomeBrite vs UniCam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HomeBrite
Control your Bluetooth Smart LED bulbs with this app. Power lights on/off, dim them, set schedules, create custom scenes, and manage groups of bulbs throughout your home. Setup is simple, requiring only Bluetooth connectivity.
- On/Off/Dim control
- Create custom scenes
- Group bulbs by room/mood
- Set schedules and timers
- Bluetooth Mesh technology
- No hub or Wi-Fi required
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The HomeBrite app serves as a virtual light switch for your HomeBrite Bluetooth Smart LED bulbs. HomeBrite uses Bluetooth Mesh technology to connect bulbs throughout your entire home while allowing you to dim and power lights on and off, set schedules and timers, create scenes, and manage groups. Easy Setup Simply pair bulbs with your Bluetooth smart device then start controlling and customizing your HomeBrite system. No hub, remote, gateway, wifi, or cellular signal is needed. On/Off/Dim Turn your bulbs on and off, or dim them from anywhere in your house from one or more Bluetooth smart devices. Groups Group bulbs by room or moods (ie. movie night) and control them with a single command. Scenes Scenes allow you to customize a group’s lighting effects. Schedules Set schedules to turn individual bulbs or groups on or off at a set date or time. Set a recurring schedule to repeat daily. Timers Set timers for individual bulbs and groups that countdown to turn on or off HomeBrite Web Site (http://www.feit.com/homebrite) HomeBrite Support (http://www.feit.com/homebrite/homebrite-support.html) REQUIREMENTS HomeBrite LED Bulb (up to 64,000+) and a Smart Device with Bluetooth 4.0. You will need at least one bulb per device for multi-device control. Please read the privacy policy (http://www.feit.com/privacy-policy) and accept our terms and conditions (http://www.feit.com/Terms_and_Conditions). If you have any questions or concerns, please visit our FAQ on www.feit.com/homebrite or contact us via the website. Compatibility: Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus. Also compatible with iPod Touch and iPad with Bluetooth 4.0 About Feit Electric Since 1978, Feit Electric has remained the most innovative light bulb company in the world. Feit Electric is a proven leader continuously seeking the next lighting breakthrough. Our latest innovation, HomeBrite - a Bluetooth Smart Mesh LED Lighting System offers consumers an exciting new way to personalize and control home lighting, from the palm of their hand. The Feit Electric LED product portfolio includes new dimmable Performance LED bulbs, high-CRI Enhance LED bulbs, LED retrofit kits, and Linear LED Tube offerings. Feit Electric also manufactures energy-efficient LED luminaires including ultra-slim edge-lit ceiling fixtures, light-weight utility shop lights, and weatherproof outdoor LED fixtures.
UniCam
Transform old phones into smart security cameras with AI-powered alerts. Customize notifications to detect specific events, monitor live streams, and communicate remotely. Supports a wide range of IP cameras and offers a privacy-focused design.
- AI Event Analysis for custom alerts
- Repurpose old phones as cameras
- Universal IP camera support
- 24/7 live streaming
- Two-way audio and siren
- Pan-Tilt-Zoom control
- Apple TV integration
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Turn any spare iPhone or iPad into an AI-powered security camera — and tell it, in your own words, exactly what matters. AI EVENT ANALYSIS Type what you want to know — "alert me if a person enters the backyard", "notify me when the baby climbs out of the crib", "tell me if the dog gets on the couch" — and whenever your mobile camera records motion, UniCam's AI reviews the recording and notifies you only when it matches. No more alert spam. Just the moments you asked for. SIRI AND EVENT SEARCH Ask Siri to open a camera, search your events, turn alerts on or off or set up AI Analysis. Say “Show Front Door in UniCam” or “Search UniCam events.” In Events, type “dog in the garden” and UniCam finds the matching events from the last 7 days. KEY FEATURES: * AI Event Analysis: AI reviews the motion recordings from your mobile cameras and alerts you only about what you asked for * Multi-Purpose Mobile Camera: convert old phones into baby monitors, pet cams, dashcams, or security cameras — no extra hardware needed * Universal IP Camera Support: connect ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG, and HLS cameras from Hikvision, Dahua, Reolink, and many more * 24/7 Live Streaming: watch from anywhere over WiFi, LTE, or 5G — on iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV * Instant Motion Alerts: get notified the moment movement is detected * Two-Way Audio: talk to family or pets, or deter intruders with the built-in siren * Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Control: manage supported IP cameras remotely with full directional and zoom control * Smart Camera Discovery: auto-detect IP cameras on your local network for quick setup * Groups: see your cameras side by side in a mosaic and build custom multi-camera views * Picture-in-Picture: keep watching your camera while you use other apps * Event timeline: see a thumbnail of every event and play back its recording * Privacy-Focused Design: your data remains secure and private PERFECT FOR: * Baby Monitor: watch your little one with live video and smart, AI-filtered alerts * Pet Camera: check in on your pets and talk to them while you're away * Home Security: turn any device into a WiFi security camera for enhanced protection * Nanny Cam and Dashcam: flexible monitoring wherever you need it APPLE TV INTEGRATION: Stream your mobile and IP cameras directly to your Apple TV for a larger viewing experience. Perfect for comprehensive home monitoring — your baby, pets, and home security on the big screen. QUICK AND EASY SETUP: Create your home security system in minutes with guided onboarding and in-app tutorials — no technical skills required. ECO-FRIENDLY SOLUTION: Repurpose old devices as WiFi cameras or monitors with no hidden costs. Compatible with iOS, iPadOS, and Apple TV. UNICAM PRO FEATURES: * Unlimited Device Connections * Multiple Simultaneous Streams * Enhanced Audio with Walkie-Talkie and Siren * HD Video Quality UNICAM MAX FEATURES: * Everything in PRO, plus AI Event Analysis with custom prompts SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS: Upgrade to UniCam PRO for premium features like HD viewing and unlimited devices, or UniCam MAX to add AI Event Analysis. Subscription auto-renews unless canceled 24 hours before the period ends. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings. ONVIF AND IP CAMERA SUPPORT: UniCam is compatible with a wide range of IP cameras, including those following the ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) standard, ensuring seamless integration with cameras from various manufacturers. WHY CHOOSE UNICAM? UniCam is the only camera app you need: AI-filtered alerts that tell you what actually matters, ONVIF and RTSP support for your existing cameras, and the power to turn spare phones into smart cameras. Download now and let AI keep watch for you. Privacy Policy: https://unicam.app/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://unicam.app/terms-of-service/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: UniCam at 4.5 against HomeBrite's 1.4. UniCam also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (33% vs 9%). HomeBrite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 52). On price, 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
Both are free to download. UniCam sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. HomeBrite asks for nothing beyond the download.
UniCam holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HomeBrite has 1.1K ratings behind it against 52, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of HomeBrite's written reviews are positive against 33% of UniCam's.
HomeBrite ships an update every 7 months, UniCam every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HomeBrite | UniCam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.4 (1.1K ratings) | 4.5 (52 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 9.4% of reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 52 |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 98 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Feit Electric | nittbit |
Customer experience
HomeBrite
UniCam
User reviews
HomeBrite
From 1.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Useful features like scheduling, dimming, and remote control
- ⏱️ Quick setup and installation
- 🔋 Long-lasting bulbs
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and connectivity issues
- 🤖 Poor app interface and user experience
- 🔍 Difficulty connecting and pairing bulbs
- 🕰️ Unreliable scheduling and timer functionality
- 🚫 Lack of customer support and updates
UniCam
From 52 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy camera setup
- 🚀 Fast app performance on Apple TV
- 💡 AI notifications are useful
- 👍 Good for hybrid systems
- 👍 Works well with ONVIF/RTSP
Room to improve
- 🐛 Pan/Tilt not straight on iOS
- 🐛 Lost account/purchases after update
- 🐛 Login issues after payment
- 🐛 Premium locked cameras
- 🐛 In-app purchases not described
Bugs and requests
HomeBrite
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes on launch or when trying to access features
- Bulbs randomly turn on/off or lose connection
- Schedules and timers not working as expected
Requested features
3 requests- Integrate with smart home platforms like Apple HomeKit
- Improve scheduling and automation options
- Add more customization and control options in the app
UniCam
Reported bugs
39 issues- Pan/Tilt not straight on iOS
- Last update erased account and purchases
- Login issues after payment
- Premium locked cameras
- No PTZ options after subscription
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- Camera not working (Hikvision DS-2CD2083-I)
- No manual IP entry
- App crashes with >4 cameras
- No sound, poor settings
- Cameras not working locally after update
- No default resolution setting
- Dahua NVR not supported
- HTTPS connection error
- Crashes when purchasing
- PTZ fault in ONVIF
- Subscription/account required
- No remote access without port forwarding
- App unusable after last update
- New account system terrible
- Purchased version limited to 4 cameras
- Video stream freezes
- Constant subscription popup
- Original purchase cancelled, forced to subscribe
- Hack attempt after installing
- New version cut features, introduced subscription
- Forgets DVR settings
- Sender not authorized error
- Half screen green
- Video stream freezes often
- Crashes frequently
- Pro version lost after update
- Cannot PTZ
- SDP stream not working
- 1/4 screen visible, rest green
- Freezes on Apple TV/iPad
- No cameras detected
- Hikvision not supported (port issues)
- No ONVIF detection
- No widgets
Requested features
8 requests- Option to zoom on Apple TV
- Picture-in-picture support on tvOS
- Support for JPEG streams
- Add PTZ support for cameras
- Default view setting for Apple TV
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- iCloud sync for cameras
- Launch directly into multi-cam screen
- Add PTZ controls
In-app purchases
HomeBrite
No in-app purchases
UniCam
- PRO - 1 Month$3.991 Month
- MAX - 1 Month$9.991 Month
- PRO - 6 months$19.996 Months
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- PRO - 1 Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Starter Version2 variants$1.99
- Standard Version2 variants$3.99
- Advanced Version$7.99
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- PRO version$9.99









