Comparison

Zu3D Remote Camera vs AirLens

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

Head to head
About

Zu3D Remote Camera

Transform your iPad or iPhone into a wireless webcam for desktop use with specialized software. Seamlessly transfer videos and images from your device's camera roll directly into the desktop application via WiFi.

Highlights
  • Wireless webcam functionality
  • WiFi media transfer
  • Integrates with Zu3D desktop
  • Send videos and images
  • Use iPad/iPhone as webcam
Features
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Zu3D Remote Camera 1) Use this app with Zu3D on a desktop computer to turn your iPad or iPhone into a wireless webcam for use with Zu3D. 2) Send videos or images over WiFi from the Camera Roll on your iPad or iPhone straight into Zu3D on your desktop computer.

About

AirLens

Features
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AirLens – Turn Your iPhone into a Wireless Camera Stream live video from your iPhone or iPad to another iOS device or a web browser on the same local network. AirLens makes it easy to set up a live camera view without cables, extra hardware, or an account. KEY FEATURES • Live Video and Optional Audio Share your camera feed with WebRTC streaming. Turn the microphone on when you need sound, or keep it off for video-only viewing. • Watch on Another Device or in a Browser Open AirLens on a second iPhone or iPad to discover available streams, or enter the camera’s displayed URL in a browser on the same network. • Adjustable Video Quality Choose between 480p, 720p, and 1080p to suit your needs and network conditions. • Simple Camera Controls Pinch to zoom, tap to focus, and use the torch when you need more light on supported devices. • Flexible Camera Placement Position your iPhone or iPad for the view you need, with no cables connecting it to the viewing device. • No Account Required Start streaming without signing up. Video and audio are transmitted live and are not recorded or stored by AirLens. HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect both devices to the same local Wi-Fi network. 2. Open AirLens on the camera device and tap Streaming. 3. On the viewing device, tap Viewing in AirLens or open the displayed URL in a browser. PLEASE NOTE Keep AirLens open in the foreground on the camera device while streaming. Camera access is required; microphone access is optional. Allow local network access for device discovery and connection. For app-to-app viewing, use the latest version of AirLens on both devices. Video quality and performance depend on your devices and network.

Screenshots

Zu3D Remote Camera3 screens
AirLens2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AirLens at fortnightly against Zu3D Remote Camera's every 12 months. Zu3D Remote Camera's advantage is iOS requirement (8.1 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zu3D Remote Camera ships an update every 12 months, AirLens fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Zu3D Remote Camera versus AirLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZu3D Remote CameraAirLens
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZuLogic LtdFranco Sponga

In-app purchases

None

Zu3D Remote Camera

No in-app purchases

None

AirLens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zu3D Remote Camera free?
Zu3D Remote Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AirLens free?
AirLens is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Zu3D Remote Camera or AirLens have ads?
Neither Zu3D Remote Camera nor AirLens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zu3D Remote Camera or AirLens?
Zu3D Remote Camera ships an update every 12 months, and AirLens fortnightly. Most recently, Zu3D Remote Camera was updated on October 11, 2026 and AirLens on October 25, 2026.

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