# WallPixel HD vs HeimKits

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HeimKits at none against WallPixel HD's 27. HeimKits also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). WallPixel HD's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WallPixel HD sells 27 one-off in-app purchases. HeimKits asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.9 for WallPixel HD against 2.0 for HeimKits. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 172 and 142 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 7% of WallPixel HD's written reviews are positive against 6% of HeimKits's.

WallPixel HD ships an update every 2 months, HeimKits every 8 months. Both last shipped on August 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WallPixel HD | HeimKits |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (172 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wallpixel-hd/id1091951132/reviews) | **[2.0 (142 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heimkits/id1478099492/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **172** | 142 |
| Positive reviews | **7.3% of reviews** | 6.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 558 MB | 313 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [明春 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/1091951131) | [Shenzhen VanTop Technology & Innovation Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1461649438) |

## What reviewers say

### WallPixel HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wallpixel-hd/id1091951132)

Remotely monitor your home security cameras with live viewing, two-way audio, and video recording. Control PTZ cameras, activate a siren, and save/share footage from your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Remote camera viewing, Two-way audio communication, Video and snapshot recording, PTZ camera control, Siren activation, Cloud storage option

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (27)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| past 7-day event video 30-day | $1.99 | one-time |
| past 15-day event video 30-day | $3.99 | one-time |
| past 7-day full video 30-day | $4.99 | one-time |
| past 7-day event video 90-day | $5.99 | one-time |
| 7-day Motion Video \|31-day | $5.99 | one-time |
| past 30-day event video 30-day | $6.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts\|1-Month | $6.99 | one-time |
| past 15-day full video 30-day | $6.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video \|31-day | $8.99 | one-time |
| past 15-day event video 90-day | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3-day Motion Video \|92-day | $10.99 | one-time |
| past 30-day full video 30-day | $12.99 | one-time |
| past 7-day full video 90-day | $13.99 | one-time |
| past 7-day event video 180-day | $13.99 | one-time |
| past 30-day event video 90-day | $18.99 | one-time |
| past 15day event video 180-day | $18.99 | one-time |
| past 7-day full video 360-day | $19.99 | one-time |
| past 7-day event video 360-day | $26.99 | one-time |
| past 30day event video 180-day | $29.99 | one-time |
| past 15day event video 360-day | $36.99 | one-time |
| 3-day Motion Video \|366-day | $36.99 | one-time |
| past 30day event video 360-day | $54.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts\|1-Year | $59.99 | one-time |
| 7-day Motion Video \|366-day | $59.99 | one-time |
| past 15-day full video 360-day | $79.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video \|366-day | $94.99 | one-time |
| 30-day Motion Video \|366-day | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📹 Cameras function well and capture quality footage
- ⚡ System works great when properly configured
- 🎯 Motion detection clips load faster with recent updates
- 🔧 Hardware is reliable and durable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently and becomes unresponsive
- 📱 App won't connect to cameras or shows cameras offline
- ⏱️ Significant lag and delay in live feeds and notifications
- 🔌 Connectivity issues with WiFi and remote access
- 🎬 Video playback fails or only plays 10 seconds at a time

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes within seconds of launch
- Splash screen freezes preventing app access
- Cameras show offline despite being connected
- Login timeout and password errors
- Video playback fails or won't load

**Requested features**

- Ability to save custom motion detection areas
- Adjustable video playback speeds
- Continuous playback instead of 10-second clips
- Better password reset and security options
- Improved motion detection sensitivity controls


### HeimKits

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heimkits/id1478099492)

Access your HeimVision NVR system directly from your mobile device. View live video feeds, review recordings, and manage your surveillance system with ease. Experience seamless remote monitoring for your security needs.

**Highlights:** NVR system access, Real-time video, Recording playback, Mobile device compatibility, Remote monitoring

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WallPixel HD free?

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

### Is HeimKits free?

HeimKits is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WallPixel HD or HeimKits?

HeimKits is rated higher. WallPixel HD averages 1.9 out of 5 from 172 ratings, while HeimKits averages 2.0 from 142 ratings.

### Do WallPixel HD or HeimKits have ads?

WallPixel HD shows ads; HeimKits does not.

### Which is updated more often, WallPixel HD or HeimKits?

WallPixel HD ships an update every 2 months, and HeimKits every 8 months. Most recently, WallPixel HD was updated on August 29, 2026 and HeimKits on August 29, 2026.

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