# IP Camera Viewer vs Netcam

The clearest difference is rating: Netcam at 5.0 against IP Camera Viewer's 4.1. Netcam also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). IP Camera Viewer's advantage is review sentiment (39% vs 0%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Netcam sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Netcam holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 39% of IP Camera Viewer's written reviews are positive against 0% of Netcam's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, Netcam every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | Netcam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netcam/id1600249620/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **39.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 306 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) | [彬 舒](https://appshunter.io/developer/1051606778) |

## 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


### Netcam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netcam/id1600249620)

Monitor your home, store, or office with real-time video feeds. Features include automatic object tracking, customizable motion and sound detection with alerts, and two-way audio for remote communication.

**Highlights:** Real-time video monitoring, Automatic object tracking, Customizable motion and sound detection, Instant alerts for anomalies, Two-way audio communication, Remote home and office management

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7天循环录像（1个月） | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30天循环录像（1个月） | $4.99 | one-time |
| 7天循环录像（3个月） | $5.99 | one-time |
| 30天循环录像（3个月） | $14.99 | one-time |
| 7先循环录像（12个月） | $19.99 | one-time |
| 30天循环录像（12个月） | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Is Netcam free?

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

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

Netcam is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Netcam averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Netcam shows ads; IP Camera Viewer does not.

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

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, and Netcam every 3 weeks. Most recently, IP Camera Viewer was updated on September 28, 2026 and Netcam on September 10, 2026.

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