# EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) vs 163Eye

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 163Eye at none against EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)'s 28. 163Eye also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 429). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) sells 28 in-app purchases, starting at $5.59 per month. 163Eye asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) against 4.1 for 163Eye. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) has 6.5K ratings behind it against 429, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 25% of EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)'s written reviews are positive against 33% of 163Eye's.

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) ships an update weekly, 163Eye every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) | 163Eye |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eseecloudip-pro-vr-cam/id1032277907/reviews) | **[4.1 (429 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/163eye/id1074685425/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.5K** | 429 |
| Positive reviews | 24.9% of reviews | **32.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#34** | — |
| Size | 464 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Guangdong Juan Intelligent Technology Joint Stock Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/845790513) | [国泰 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/695815873) |

## What reviewers say

### EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eseecloudip-pro-vr-cam/id1032277907)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #110 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This application allows for remote viewing of security cameras on your mobile device. It supports real-time multi-camera previews, PTZ control, video capture, and recording backup with a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Remote camera viewing, Real-time multi-camera preview, PTZ control, Video capture, Recording backup, QR code scanning

**In-app purchases (28)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Past 7-day event video monthly | $5.59 | per month |
| AI Alerts\|Monthly | $5.59 | per month |
| 1-Month,7Day History,Motion | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| 1-Month,7Day History,Full-Day | $10.99 | per month |
| Past 7-day event video yearly | $55.90 | per year |
| Past 7-day event video yearly | $55.90 | per year |
| Yearly,7-Day History,Motion | $55.90 | per year |
| Motion,Yearly,7-Day History | $55.90 | per year |
| Yearly,7-Day History,Motion | $56.90 | per year |
| Motion,Yearly,7-Day History | $56.90 | per year |
| 1-Year,7-Day History,Motion | $59.99 | per year |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Yearly | $64.90 | per year |
| 1-Year,7-Day History,Full-Day | $94.99 | per year |
| Past 7-day Event Video 30 day | $5.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts\|1-Month | $5.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts \| 1-Month | $6.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video 30 day | $8.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 90 day | $10.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Full Video 90 day | $13.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 90 day | $16.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video 90 day | $25.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 180 day | $31.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 360 day | $36.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Full Video 360 day | $49.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 360 day | $59.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 720 day | $59.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 720 day | $109.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Good camera quality
- 👍 Affordable
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 👍 Reliable system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Playback problems
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🔒 Security concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect cameras remotely
- Notifications not working as expected
- Playback not loading properly
- App freezes after recent update
- Incorrect time zone displayed

**Requested features**

- Add fast forward/rewind for playback
- Improve notification system
- Provide option to disable ads
- Allow more customization options
- Develop an Apple TV app


### 163Eye

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/163eye/id1074685425)

This free application is designed to work with P2P cameras. It offers real-time viewing, alarm message reception, remote control, and video playback functionalities.

**Highlights:** Real-time viewing, Alarm message reception, Remote control, Video playback

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 📹 Good video quality and clarity
- 🌙 Excellent night vision capability
- 👍 Easy to install and set up
- 💰 Good value for price
- 🎯 Effective motion detection when working

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes on startup
- 🌐 Poor WiFi connectivity and reconnection issues
- 🔐 Difficult login and account recovery process
- ⚠️ Unreliable after updates
- 📵 No mobile data support (WiFi only)

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes immediately upon opening
- WiFi connection fails after interruption and won't reconnect
- Cannot reconnect after logout
- Motion detection alerts not being sent
- Recording playback unavailable

**Requested features**

- Adjustable motion detection sensitivity
- Support for 5G connectivity
- Support for 4G/LTE mobile data
- Multi-camera simultaneous viewing
- Ability to disable night vision clicking sound


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) free?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is 163Eye free?

163Eye is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) or 163Eye?

163Eye is rated higher. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) averages 4.0 out of 5 from 6.5K ratings, while 163Eye averages 4.1 from 429 ratings.

### Do EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) or 163Eye have ads?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) shows ads; 163Eye does not.

### Which is updated more often, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) or 163Eye?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) ships an update weekly, and 163Eye every 4 months. Most recently, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) was updated on October 27, 2026 and 163Eye on October 23, 2026.

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