Comparison

IP Camera Viewer vs Smart Devices

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

IP Camera Viewer

Transform your ONVIF, RTSP, or WiFi cameras into a robust home security system. This app offers smooth live viewing and control across multiple Apple devices, providing a secure, private alternative to manufacturer-specific apps without mandatory cloud services.

Highlights
  • Network camera discovery
  • ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG camera support
  • Two-way audio communication
  • Multi-camera dashboards
  • PTZ control
  • Motion detection and recording
  • Remote secure access
Features
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Turn your ONVIF, RTSP or WiFi IP cameras into a powerful home security monitoring system. IPCams lets you view and control network cameras with a fast, smooth experience across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV and Apple Watch. Replace limited OEM camera apps and build your own private surveillance setup. IPCams gives you secure access to live view and camera streams — without mandatory cloud lock-in or forced vendor restrictions. IPCams supports ONVIF, RTSP and MJPEG compatible cameras, making it easy to connect wireless or wired devices on your local network and access them remotely when needed. Designed for users who want flexibility and control, IPCams delivers real-time video monitoring, reliable recording and powerful camera management tools in one professional-grade app. Monitor your home, office, garage, pets or entryways with secure local and remote access. FEATURES • Network Scanner – Quickly discover and connect compatible IP cameras • Advanced Camera Viewer – View ONVIF, RTSP and MJPEG network cameras • Two Way Audio – Talk back through your camera or doorbell • Multi-Camera Dashboards – Monitor multiple WiFi or wireless cameras at once • PTZ Control – Pan, tilt and zoom supported cameras • Picture in Picture (PIP) – Monitor live video while using other apps • Smart Motion Detection – Add event detection, recording and push notifications with IPCams Hub • Remote Streaming – Securely access your cameras remotely with IPCams Hub • Private & Secure – Your camera streams stay on your devices • Snap & Record – Capture photos and video recordings of important moments • Widgets – Add camera shortcuts and snapshots to your Home Screen • Multi-Platform – iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV and Apple Watch support • iCloud Sync – Sync and access your cameras across your Apple devices Privacy Policy: https://ipcams.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://ipcams.app/terms

About

Smart Devices

Features
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Smart Devices is an Automation app which enables users to securely monitor and control devices and appliances remotely as well as locally. It supports both mobile and voice control. It makes your life easier with the power of Internet of Things (IoT). Features • Control your devices remotely from anywhere in the world • Select device connected to each switch like Light, Bulb, Chandelier, Curtains etc • Manage your device room wise and floor wise • Share your devices with family and guests • Real-time alerts • Voice Support through Google Assistant and Amazon Echo Make your life easier and live smarter

Screenshots

IP Camera Viewer4 screens
Smart Devices4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smart Devices at none against IP Camera Viewer's 10. Smart Devices also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). IP Camera Viewer's advantage is device support (6 vs 3). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. IP Camera Viewer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Smart Devices asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
IP Camera Viewer versus Smart Devices: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIP Camera ViewerSmart Devices
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews39.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size298 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNogosoft LLCCOGCONS IT INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

Bugs and requests

IP Camera Viewer

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

6 requests
  • Motion detection and alerts
  • Remote access and monitoring
  • PTZ camera controls
  • Ability to view camera storage/recordings
  • Customizable camera layouts
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  • Live widget for home screen

Smart Devices

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

IP Camera Viewer

Subscriptions9
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pro Plus Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • Pro Plus Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Pro Plus Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Pro Plus Yearly$59.991 Year
  • Pro Plus Yearly7 Days trial$74.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$149.99
None

Smart Devices

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IP Camera Viewer free?
IP Camera Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Devices free?
Smart Devices is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do IP Camera Viewer or Smart Devices have ads?
Neither IP Camera Viewer nor Smart Devices shows ads.

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