# IP Camera Viewer vs i

The clearest difference is rating: i at 4.5 against IP Camera Viewer's 4.1. i also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 39%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). IP Camera Viewer's advantage is device support (6 vs 3). On price, ratings volume, 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 and i sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

i holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 699 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of IP Camera Viewer's written reviews are positive against 66% of i's.

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, i every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | i |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews) | **[4.5 (699 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-cam-plus/id1477330799/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 699 |
| Positive reviews | 39.2% of reviews | **65.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 306 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) | [wei wei Fang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1464887650) |

## 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


### i

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-cam-plus/id1477330799)

This app connects to low-power smart visual doorbells and cameras. It allows user registration, device binding, remote wake-up, and supports both TF and cloud storage. Enjoy real-time HD video previews, snapshots, and two-way audio communication.

**Highlights:** User registration and device binding, Remote device wake-up, TF and cloud storage, Event-triggered facial recognition, 720P/1080P HD real-time preview, Snapshot capture, Full-duplex two-way audio

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7天循环云存储按月订阅（1台设备） | $1.99 | per month |
| 7天循环云存储按月订阅（2台设备） | $3.49 | per month |
| 30天循环云存储按月订阅（1台设备） | $3.99 | per month |
| 30天循环云存储按月订阅（2台设备） | $6.99 | per month |
| 30天循环云存储按月订阅（3台设备） | $10.49 | per month |
| 30天循环云存储按月订阅（4台设备） | $14.99 | per month |
| 7天循环云存储按年订阅（1台设备） | $20.49 | per year |
| 30天循环云存储按年订阅（1台设备） | $38.99 | per year |
| Cloud storage 30 days | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30-day event trigger video | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cloud storage 180 days | $10.99 | one-time |
| Cloud storage 360 days | $21.99 | one-time |
| 360-day event trigger video | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Good image/video quality
- 📽️ Useful for monitoring birds/wildlife
- 🔒 Reliable security camera

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery life problems
- 🤖 Inaccurate motion detection/bird identification
- 🗣️ Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Inability to reconnect cameras after updates
- Subscription issues and invalid email errors

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete individual video recordings
- Option to adjust recording duration
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Cloud storage management features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Is i free?

i is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

i is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while i averages 4.5 from 699 ratings.

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

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor i shows ads.

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

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, and i every 4 weeks. Most recently, IP Camera Viewer was updated on September 26, 2026 and i on September 26, 2026.

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