# IP Camera Viewer vs VC88

The clearest difference is rating: VC88 at 5.0 against IP Camera Viewer's 4.1. VC88 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14) and review sentiment (50% vs 39%). IP Camera Viewer's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 2) and device support (6 vs 3). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IP Camera Viewer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. VC88 asks for nothing beyond the download.

VC88 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of IP Camera Viewer's written reviews are positive against 50% of VC88's.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | VC88 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vc88/id1102290397/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 39.1% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 308 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **5.1.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) | [Guangzhou Hongshi Information Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/495611358) |

## What reviewers say

### IP Camera Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272)

Transform your ONVIF, RTSP, or WiFi IP cameras into a robust home security system. This app provides a smooth and fast experience for viewing and controlling network cameras across multiple Apple devices. Enjoy secure, local access without mandatory cloud services or vendor restrictions.

**Highlights:** ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG camera support, Network camera discovery, Two-way audio communication, Multi-camera monitoring dashboards, Pan, tilt, and zoom control, Motion detection and recording, Secure local and remote access

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $74.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime - Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family | $299.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast camera loading
- 🚀 Simultaneous multi-camera viewing
- 🚀 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and freezes
- 🐛 Buggy updates causing data loss
- 🔒 Concerns over data collection and privacy
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 💰 Lack of one-time purchase option

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras disappearing after updates
- Inability to add/edit cameras
- Unresponsive PTZ controls
- Connectivity issues when away from home network

**Requested features**

- Motion detection and alerts
- Remote access and monitoring
- PTZ camera controls
- Ability to view camera storage/recordings
- Customizable camera layouts


### VC88

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vc88/id1102290397)

This application offers remote video surveillance and smart home management. It allows multiple users to watch live feeds simultaneously, supports voice intercom, and provides video playback with remote image capture. The app also features alarm detection and tilt control for enhanced smart home integration.

**Highlights:** Real-time video monitoring, Voice intercom and video calls, Video playback and remote capture, Alarm detection and prompts, Tilt and pan control, HD 720P streaming, Smart configuration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

IP Camera Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is VC88 free?

VC88 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IP Camera Viewer or VC88?

VC88 is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while VC88 averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do IP Camera Viewer or VC88 have ads?

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor VC88 shows ads.

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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.*