# IP Camera Viewer vs Security Cloud Camera

IP Camera Viewer and Security Cloud Camera both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Security Cloud Camera's written reviews are positive against 39% of IP Camera Viewer's. Security Cloud Camera also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (11.3 vs 15.0). IP Camera Viewer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 21 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 6). On price, rating 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. Security Cloud Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for IP Camera Viewer against 4.2 for Security Cloud Camera. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 39% of IP Camera Viewer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Security Cloud Camera's.

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, Security Cloud Camera every 21 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and June 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | Security Cloud Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews) | **[4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security-cloud-camera/id1401010418/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 39.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 21 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 306 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.3** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) | [Pawel Mitek](https://appshunter.io/developer/1278850881) |

## 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


### Security Cloud Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security-cloud-camera/id1401010418)

Transforms your phone or tablet into a home security camera using your iCloud account. It offers simple setup and secure motion detection, saving captured images to your iCloud Drive for remote viewing.

**Highlights:** Phone/tablet to CCTV camera conversion, Simple setup, Secure motion detection, Image capture and iCloud storage, Remote viewing via iCloud

**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 Security Cloud Camera free?

Security Cloud Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IP Camera Viewer or Security Cloud Camera?

Security Cloud Camera is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Security Cloud Camera averages 4.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do IP Camera Viewer or Security Cloud Camera have ads?

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor Security Cloud Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IP Camera Viewer or Security Cloud Camera?

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, and Security Cloud Camera every 21 months. Most recently, IP Camera Viewer was updated on September 26, 2026 and Security Cloud Camera on June 2, 2026.

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