# IP Camera Viewer vs Amcrest View Pro 2

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.1 against Amcrest View Pro 2's 2.1. IP Camera Viewer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 months) and review sentiment (39% vs 15%). Amcrest View Pro 2'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. Amcrest View Pro 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 107, 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 15% of Amcrest View Pro 2's.

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, Amcrest View Pro 2 every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | Amcrest View Pro 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews)** | [2.1 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amcrest-view-pro-2/id1603166166/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 107 |
| Positive reviews | **39.1% of reviews** | 14.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 308 MB | 231 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) | [Amcrest Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/930807300) |

## 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


### Amcrest View Pro 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amcrest-view-pro-2/id1603166166)

Monitor your Amcrest IP cameras, DVRs, and NVRs remotely. This application allows you to view live feeds from your security devices directly on your iOS device, providing peace of mind and enhanced home security.

**Highlights:** Live camera viewing, Remote access, Monitor IP cameras, Monitor DVRs, Monitor NVRs, Home security

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easier to use interface
- 🚀 Improved camera adding process
- 👍 Better than previous version
- 👍 New look is appreciated
- 👍 Works well with GPU option enabled

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 App is unreliable and buggy
- 🐛 Playback is terrible (stalling, skipping)
- 🐛 Live view and playback are separate
- 🐛 iPad app doesn't fill screen

**Reported bugs**

- Push notifications stopped working
- Playback stalling, skipping, jumping to beginning
- App closes current camera or exits full screen
- Event notifications not provided
- Motion sensor enabled but push notifications not working

**Requested features**

- Add screen lock feature
- Add PTZ set point feature
- Add cloud storage access
- Add ability to show events and jump to them
- Add GPU option for iOS app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Is Amcrest View Pro 2 free?

Amcrest View Pro 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IP Camera Viewer or Amcrest View Pro 2?

IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Amcrest View Pro 2 averages 2.1 from 107 ratings.

### Do IP Camera Viewer or Amcrest View Pro 2 have ads?

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor Amcrest View Pro 2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IP Camera Viewer or Amcrest View Pro 2?

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, and Amcrest View Pro 2 every 8 months. Most recently, IP Camera Viewer was updated on October 23, 2026 and Amcrest View Pro 2 on October 20, 2026.

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