Comparison

CameraControl Pro for AXIS vs HID Reader Manager

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

Head to head
About

CameraControl Pro for AXIS

Remotely view and control AXIS IP cameras from your iOS device. Receive instant alerts for events like motion detection and manage PTZ functions with intuitive gesture or motion controls. Supports multiple cameras and offers configurable bandwidth settings for various network conditions.

Highlights
  • Remote PTZ camera control
  • Rich notifications and alerts
  • Gesture and motion control modes
  • IO port control
  • Audio support
  • Multiple camera support
  • Bonjour camera discovery
Features
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Turn your iPad, iPhone or iPod into an AXIS IP camera watchdog and remotely control your PTZ camera from the palm of your hand. Features include (depending on your camera model): • Rich notifications / alerts (with sound selection) • 3 PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom) control modes • PTZ presets (from the camera) • IO port control • Audio support (G.711 audio only) • Configurable connection profiles (full bandwidth control) • Bonjour camera discovery service • Live thumbnail camera list • Install as many AXIS surveillance IP cameras as you like • Camera selection for AXIS video encoders • HTTPS support Although you want to keep an eye on your precious property, you won't be able to watch cameras all day long. AXIS cameras can warn you by email in the case of events such as a motion detection trigger or a door sensor connected to the input connector of the camera. With the CameraControl for AXIS app you can enhance this behavior by receiving alerts via notifications directly on the device. Instant notification when something is wrong, and one click away from watching your property, wherever you are. If you own a PTZ enabled AXIS camera, you can remotely control the camera using three different methods: 1. Gesture control; swipe to control camera movement, pinch to zoom 2. Motion control; tilt and pan your device to tilt and pan the camera 3. Tap to focus; double tap the screen to center your area of interest, triple tap to zoom in To make sure you get the most out of our app, we have recorded video tutorials that show you how to install your cameras and how to control them. Using the gravity sensors (accelerometer) will take a little practice. You can turn on the built-in AXIS Communications demo cameras to get familiar with the different control modes. Configuring your camera is very easy using the Bonjour discovery service: it will detect your camera in your home or office network within seconds. If you want to observe your AXIS camera from a remote location, you can choose the optimum bandwidth settings for local Wi-Fi, remote Wi-Fi or 3G networks. You can display the actual bandwidth usage in the app. The app supports multiple cameras, so you can add all the security cameras in your network. To use the full functionality of this app you need a subscription: • You can choose a subscription that is either monthly or yearly renewed. • Each subscription starts with a 7 day trial. • If you don't cancel before the trial ends, your iTunes account will be automatically charged. • Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. • Your iTunes account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. • Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your iTunes account settings after purchase. • If you cancel the free trial and purchase the auto-renewing subscription a second time, you will no longer be eligible for the free trial. • Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when making a purchase of an auto-renewing subscription. • By choosing a subscription you agree to to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Terms of Use: https://www.egeniq.com/apps/cameracontrol-pro-for-axis/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.egeniq.com/apps/cameracontrol-pro-for-axis/privacy-policy Coming soon: • Custom groups • Multi-camera view • Much more - we love to hear your ideas for new features! Please rate our app in the App Store, this really motivates us to continue adding new features!

About

HID Reader Manager

This app simplifies the management of compatible HID readers. It allows administrators to configure settings, update firmware, and export reader status. Users can also upgrade readers to support Bluetooth and OSDP.

Highlights
  • Configure reader settings
  • Upgrade reader firmware
  • Inspect and export reader status
  • Enable Bluetooth support
  • Enable OSDP support
Features
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HID Reader Manager streamlines management of compatible HID Signo, iCLASS SE® and multiCLASS SE readers in the field. Administrators can easily adjust configuration settings, upgrade firmware, inspect and export current reader status, and upgrade compatible readers to support Bluetooth and/or OSDP. -Bluetooth is used to communicate with the reader hardware. If Bluetooth is not enabled communication to readers will not function. -Calendar is used to log the error/information.  If Calendar is not enabled logging will not function. -Location is used to obtain the location of the Reader for administration purpose and improving user experience.  If Location is not enabled communication to readers will not function.

Screenshots

CameraControl Pro for AXIS4 screens
HID Reader Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CameraControl Pro for AXIS at 3.5 against HID Reader Manager's 2.6. CameraControl Pro for AXIS also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 13%) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 14.0). HID Reader Manager's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (26 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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. CameraControl Pro for AXIS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. HID Reader Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CameraControl Pro for AXIS holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HID Reader Manager has 26 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of CameraControl Pro for AXIS's written reviews are positive against 13% of HID Reader Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CameraControl Pro for AXIS ships an update every 5 weeks, HID Reader Manager every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
CameraControl Pro for AXIS versus HID Reader Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCameraControl Pro for AXISHID Reader Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (2 ratings) — better2.6 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews — better12.5% of reviews
Number of ratings226 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.2 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB174 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEgeniqHID Global

Customer experience

CameraControl Pro for AXIS

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

HID Reader Manager

All ratings26 ratings
Positive38.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative61.5%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive12.5%
Neutral4.2%
Negative83.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CameraControl Pro for AXIS

Subscriptions2
  • All features (monthly)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • All features (yearly)7 Days trial$7.491 Year
None

HID Reader Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CameraControl Pro for AXIS free?
CameraControl Pro for AXIS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HID Reader Manager free?
HID Reader Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CameraControl Pro for AXIS or HID Reader Manager?
CameraControl Pro for AXIS is rated higher. CameraControl Pro for AXIS averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while HID Reader Manager averages 2.6 from 26 ratings.
Do CameraControl Pro for AXIS or HID Reader Manager have ads?
Neither CameraControl Pro for AXIS nor HID Reader Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CameraControl Pro for AXIS or HID Reader Manager?
CameraControl Pro for AXIS ships an update every 5 weeks, and HID Reader Manager every 2 months. Most recently, CameraControl Pro for AXIS was updated on September 8, 2026 and HID Reader Manager on September 22, 2026.

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