# IP Camera Viewer vs ALC® Connect Plus

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.0 against ALC® Connect Plus's 2.3. IP Camera Viewer also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 0%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 11). ALC® Connect Plus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (9.1 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence 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. ALC® Connect Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 11, 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 0% of ALC® Connect Plus's.

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, ALC® Connect Plus every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | ALC® Connect Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews)** | [2.3 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alc-connect-plus/id1208329548/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **39.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 308 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **9.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) | [JSW PACIFIC CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/999731327) |

## 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


### ALC® Connect Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alc-connect-plus/id1208329548)

Monitor your home's security status remotely. Receive instant notifications for intrusions and control smart home devices like lights and sirens. Automate actions based on events or schedules for enhanced convenience and peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Real-time security status updates, Intrusion notifications, Remote system arming, Smart device control (lights, sirens), Customizable automation scenarios, Scheduled device operation

**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 ALC® Connect Plus free?

ALC® Connect Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IP Camera Viewer or ALC® Connect Plus?

IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while ALC® Connect Plus averages 2.3 from 11 ratings.

### Do IP Camera Viewer or ALC® Connect Plus have ads?

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor ALC® Connect Plus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IP Camera Viewer or ALC® Connect Plus?

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, and ALC® Connect Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, IP Camera Viewer was updated on October 24, 2026 and ALC® Connect Plus on October 24, 2026.

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