Comparison

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) vs X Smart Home

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

Head to head
About

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

This app allows for remote viewing of security cameras on mobile devices. It supports real-time previews, camera control, and video recording. Additional features include QR code scanning and cloud storage options.

Highlights
  • Remote camera viewing
  • Real-time multi-camera preview
  • PTZ control
  • Video capture and recording
  • QR code scanning for setup
  • Cloud storage options
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EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)-- Remote view for 24 hours in Mobile APP. With concise and fashion GUI, support multiple and real- time preview, QR scan, PTZ control, video capture, recording backup. More functions are waiting for you. PLZ download as soon as possible. - Cloud terms of use:https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/minterms/

About

X Smart Home

Manage and control your smart home devices from your phone. This platform allows for fast, convenient interaction and seamless interconnectivity between all your smart devices, bringing your smart life closer.

Highlights
  • Connected control of smart devices
  • Easy device management
  • Seamless interconnectivity
  • Device sharing with family and friends
  • Fast and convenient interaction
Features
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X Smart Home App is your smart device management platform for the home. With the X Smart Home App, you can enjoy fast, convenient interaction between your phone and smart devices, and enable seamless interconnectivity among your smart devices. Your smart life is just one X Smart Home App away. 1. Connected control, easy to use:Quickly add and manage devices with simple operations, enabling interconnection across smart devices. 2. Device sharing, shared fun:Share your devices with family and friends, and enjoy the fun of technology together. Apple Standard End-User Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)4 screens
X Smart Home3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) at 4.0 against X Smart Home's 2.2. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 283). X Smart Home's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.59 per month and X Smart Home sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) has 6.5K ratings behind it against 283, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)'s written reviews are positive against 14% of X Smart Home's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) ships an update weekly, X Smart Home every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) versus X Smart Home: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)X Smart Home
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (6.5K ratings) — better2.2 (283 ratings)
Positive reviews24.8% of reviews — better14.5% of reviews
Number of ratings6.5K — better283
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#38 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size458 MB152 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuangdong Juan Intelligent Technology Joint Stock Co., Ltd广州钱柜物联科技有限公司

Customer experience

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

All ratings6,513 ratings
Positive74.2%
Neutral3.4%
Negative22.4%
Written reviews2,042 reviews
Positive24.8%
Neutral7.1%
Negative68.1%

X Smart Home

All ratings283 ratings
Positive26.1%
Neutral6.7%
Negative67.1%
Written reviews242 reviews
Positive14.5%
Neutral6.2%
Negative79.3%

User reviews

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

From 6.5K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

X Smart Home

From 283 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Clear video
  • ⏱️ Acceptable notification time
  • 🔔 Instant chime
  • 📱 Works with phone

Room to improve

  • 🔌 Connectivity issues
  • 🔍 Slow to find/bind device
  • ⏱️ Delayed live feed
  • 📷 Poor image quality
  • 🔑 Login/account problems

Bugs and requests

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

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

X Smart Home

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Binding failure
  • Disconnection issues
  • Verification code not working
  • Compatibility problems

Requested features

5 requests
  • Live video feed
  • Motion detection
  • Cloud/local storage
  • Alexa integration
  • Improved instructions

In-app purchases

10 purchases

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

Subscriptions9
  • Past 7-day event video monthly$5.591 Month
  • AI Alerts|Monthly$5.591 Month
  • 1-Month,7Day History,Motion$6.991 Month
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  • AI Alerts | Premium | Monthly$6.991 Month
  • 1-Month,7Day History,Full-Day$10.991 Month
  • Past 7-day event video yearly$55.901 Year
  • Past 7-day event video yearly7 Days trial$55.901 Year
  • Yearly,7-Day History,Motion$55.901 Year
  • Motion,Yearly,7-Day History7 Days trial$55.901 Year
One-time1
  • Past 7-day Event Video 30 day$5.99
8 purchases

X Smart Home

Subscriptions4
  • 7-Day Rolling Cloud Storage Month$1.991 Month
  • 30-Day Rolling Cloud Storage Month$3.991 Month
  • 7-Day Rolling Cloud Storage Year$12.991 Year
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  • 30-Day Rolling Cloud Storage Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time4
  • 7天滚动云存储30天$1.99
  • 30天滚动云存储30天$3.99
  • 7天滚动云存储一年$12.99
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  • 30天滚动云存储一年$24.99

Questions

Is EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) free?
EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is X Smart Home free?
X Smart Home is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) or X Smart Home?
EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) is rated higher. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) averages 4.0 out of 5 from 6.5K ratings, while X Smart Home averages 2.2 from 283 ratings.
Do EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) or X Smart Home have ads?
Both EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) and X Smart Home show ads.
Which is updated more often, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) or X Smart Home?
EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) ships an update weekly, and X Smart Home every 5 weeks. Most recently, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) was updated on November 7, 2026 and X Smart Home on November 7, 2026.

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