# IP Camera Viewer vs XDV PRO

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.1 against XDV PRO's 1.9. IP Camera Viewer also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 12%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). XDV PRO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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. XDV PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 149, 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 12% of XDV PRO's.

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, XDV PRO every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | XDV PRO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews)** | [1.9 (149 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xdv-pro/id1287498763/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 149 |
| Positive reviews | **39.1% of reviews** | 11.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 308 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) | [Shenzhen Sunchip Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1123512769) |

## 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


### XDV PRO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xdv-pro/id1287498763)

This app provides real-time video surveillance and control for motion cameras. It offers low latency, high-quality streaming, and allows users to capture photos and videos, manage files, and adjust camera settings remotely. Users can also share their captured moments to social platforms.

**Highlights:** Live preview of motion DV video, Control photo, video, and slow-motion capture, Camera modes: ordinary, time-lapse, trajectory, Video modes: loop recording, time-lapse, Adjust camera settings (exposure, white balance), Remote file browsing, download, and backup, Social media sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick connection to camera
- 💡 Useful camera controls
- 🎨 Good image quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔌 Unreliable WiFi connection
- 📥 Slow media transfer speeds
- 🔍 Difficulty accessing media files

**Reported bugs**

- Videos freezing during playback
- App unable to detect connected camera
- Media files not showing up in app
- Unexpected app shutdowns

**Requested features**

- Full-screen video playback
- Batch download/upload of media
- Improved compatibility with newer iOS versions
- Better instructions and troubleshooting guides


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Is XDV PRO free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IP Camera Viewer or XDV PRO?

IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while XDV PRO averages 1.9 from 149 ratings.

### Do IP Camera Viewer or XDV PRO have ads?

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor XDV PRO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IP Camera Viewer or XDV PRO?

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, and XDV PRO every 3 months. Most recently, IP Camera Viewer was updated on October 18, 2026 and XDV PRO on October 11, 2026.

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