# IP Camera Viewer vs LongVision

The clearest difference is rating: LongVision at 4.9 against IP Camera Viewer's 4.1. LongVision also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). IP Camera Viewer's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 32) and device support (6 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, 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 LongVision sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LongVision holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 39% and 40% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IP Camera Viewer | LongVision |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews) | **[4.9 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/longvision/id6467176807/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | 39.2% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 306 MB | 91 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) | [HEROSPEED TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1419463553) |

## 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


### LongVision

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/longvision/id6467176807)

Monitor your home or office remotely with this P2P network camera client. View real-time video, capture images, and record footage to stay informed about your property's situation.

**Highlights:** P2P network camera monitoring, Real-time video viewing, Image capture, Video recording, Remote property monitoring

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7-day monthly package | $3.00 | one-time |
| 7-day season package | $8.79 | one-time |
| 7-day annual package | $32.00 | one-time |
| 14-day half-year package | $32.00 | one-time |
| 14-day annual package | $60.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Is LongVision free?

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

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

LongVision is rated higher. IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while LongVision averages 4.9 from 32 ratings.

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

Neither IP Camera Viewer nor LongVision shows ads.

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

IP Camera Viewer ships an update fortnightly, and LongVision fortnightly. Most recently, IP Camera Viewer was updated on September 28, 2026 and LongVision on September 25, 2026.

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