Comparison

RXCamView vs Night Owl X

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

Head to head
About

RXCamView

This surveillance software allows users to view live video streams from connected devices. It supports recording, playback, remote access, and PTZ control for comprehensive monitoring.

Highlights
  • Live video stream viewing
  • Video recording and playback
  • Remote video playback
  • Snapshots
  • PTZ control
  • Apple Push Notification service support
Features
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RXCamView is a surveillance software, which support Apple Push Notification service, support live video stream, video record and playback, video remote playback, snapshots and PTZ control, etc.

About

Night Owl X

Monitor your home or business security system in real-time from your mobile device. View live video and audio, receive push alerts, and access recorded footage from anywhere, anytime.

Highlights
  • Real-time live video and audio streaming
  • Configurable push alerts
  • Save and share images/videos
  • Video playback of recorded footage
  • Support for multiple DVR/NVR systems
  • Quick mobile setup
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Night Owl X gives you peace of mind no matter where you are! With the ability to view your Night Owl security system in real-time, you’ll be able to monitor your home or business anytime, anywhere—all from the convenience of your mobile device. Night Owl X features: • Quick and easy mobile setup with Smart Auto Detection or Owl Scan™ • Live video and audio from your DVR/NVR security system on Wi-Fi or 3G/4G LTE networks • Easily configure push alerts individually for each channel from your Smart Device • Customize channel names without having to access the DVR/NVR manually • Save images directly to your Smart Device and share via text, email or social media • Now share important MP4 formatted videos via email or social media • Enhanced stability for better app connectivity and push alert retrieval • Multi-channel live feeds (4/8/16 channels) • Video playback of ANY recorded video stored on your DVR/NVR • Multiple DVR/NVR system log-on (up to 100 devices) • Create custom views and save as favorites (iPad only) Night Owl is a leader in security cameras and recording systems for both businesses and homeowners. We are committed to keeping an eye on the things you care about most. Our security products are designed and engineered for ease of use and cost-effectiveness. All of our security cameras and systems are in use by customers around the world including homeowners, retailers, dealers, distributors, integrators, federal and municipal organizations and both medium and small businesses. Visit us at www.NightOwlSP.com for more information on our products and services! Night Owl X is ONLY compatible with the following Night Owl security systems: • WNVR Series • XHD Series • THD Series • H2THD Series (Hybrid) If you have any questions regarding compatibility, please refer to www.NightOwlSP.com. WARNING: This application uses data to connect your security system to your mobile device. When connected to a 3G or 4G LTE network, the live video feed from your system will be considered streaming data by your phone service provider and will contribute to any data or download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed your data plan limit, this may result in additional usage charges. It is highly recommended to contact your phone service provider to know the limits of your data plan before using this video streaming application.

Screenshots

RXCamView3 screens
Night Owl X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RXCamView at 3.1 against Night Owl X's 1.6. RXCamView also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 12%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). Night Owl X's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RXCamView holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 1.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.6K and 2.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of RXCamView's written reviews are positive against 12% of Night Owl X's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RXCamView ships an update monthly, Night Owl X every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RXCamView versus Night Owl X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRXCamViewNight Owl X
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (3.6K ratings) — better1.6 (2.5K ratings)
Positive reviews45.1% of reviews — better11.8% of reviews
Number of ratings3.6K — better2.5K
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.08.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer大均 杨Night Owl SP, LLC

Customer experience

RXCamView

All ratings3,567 ratings
Positive45.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative42.5%
Written reviews1,002 reviews
Positive45.1%
Neutral16.1%
Negative38.8%

Night Owl X

All ratings2,484 ratings
Positive11.6%
Neutral5.2%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews186 reviews
Positive11.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative82.3%

User reviews

RXCamView

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast load times
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🎥 Great video quality
  • 💡 Useful remote access

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and configure
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 🕰️ Slow to load and switch cameras
  • 🔊 Poor audio quality

Night Owl X

From 2.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Lightning-fast live view
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 📸 Great camera quality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🔍 Playback issues and limitations
  • 🔕 Unreliable notifications
  • 🕰️ Slow app performance
  • 💻 Compatibility issues with newer devices/OS

Bugs and requests

RXCamView

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incompatible with newer iOS versions
  • Inability to reconnect devices after updates
  • Inconsistent motion detection and recording
  • Unreliable remote access outside home network

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to view multiple cameras simultaneously
  • Improved playback and search functionality
  • Customizable notification settings
  • Integration with smart home platforms
  • Support for higher resolution cameras

Night Owl X

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cameras randomly showing as offline
  • Playback videos not loading or freezing
  • Inability to log in or reset password
  • Notifications not working after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Fast forward/rewind for playback
  • Ability to download full video clips
  • Customizable notification tones
  • Improved motion detection sensitivity
  • Option to view all cameras by default

In-app purchases

None

RXCamView

No in-app purchases

None

Night Owl X

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RXCamView free?
RXCamView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Night Owl X free?
Night Owl X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RXCamView or Night Owl X?
RXCamView is rated higher. RXCamView averages 3.1 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while Night Owl X averages 1.6 from 2.5K ratings.
Do RXCamView or Night Owl X have ads?
Neither RXCamView nor Night Owl X shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RXCamView or Night Owl X?
RXCamView ships an update monthly, and Night Owl X every 2 months. Most recently, RXCamView was updated on November 10, 2026 and Night Owl X on November 10, 2026.

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