# Lorex Ping 2 vs Wisenet SmartCam+

The clearest difference is rating: Wisenet SmartCam+ at 2.1 against Lorex Ping 2's 1.7. Wisenet SmartCam+ also leads on ratings volume (974 vs 60). Lorex Ping 2's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 9.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Wisenet SmartCam+ holds the better App Store score, 2.1 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wisenet SmartCam+ has 974 ratings behind it against 60, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 12% of Lorex Ping 2's written reviews are positive against 10% of Wisenet SmartCam+'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lorex Ping 2 | Wisenet SmartCam+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorex-ping-2/id1097520838/reviews) | **[2.1 (974 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wisenet-smartcam-plus/id1209296174/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 60 | **974** |
| Positive reviews | **11.5% of reviews** | 9.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 27 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 9.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LOREX TECHNOLOGY INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/351969599) | [Hanwha Vision Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/414214807) |

## What reviewers say

### Lorex Ping 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorex-ping-2/id1097520838)

Easily view and manage your LNC100 and LNC200 series wireless IP cameras from anywhere. Set up your camera, watch live feeds, record video, and configure motion detection settings. Supports multi-user access and a privacy mode.

**Highlights:** Remote camera viewing, Live video streaming, Video recording to mobile, Playback from mobile/microSD, Motion detection configuration, Multi-user access, Privacy mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works when on WiFi
- 👍 Some users find it easy to use
- 👍 Can record footage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Does not work on cellular data
- 🐛 Login errors and password issues
- 🐛 Notifications not working
- 🐛 Cameras stop working

**Reported bugs**

- App never recognizes Wi-Fi
- App/camera works intermittently after update
- App takes forever to load and freezes
- App does not allow entering camera names
- SD card date does not advance properly

**Requested features**

- Improve Wi-Fi recognition
- Fix app updates
- Restore siren sound feature
- Improve UI design
- Allow manual input of camera info


### Wisenet SmartCam+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wisenet-smartcam-plus/id1209296174)

Easily monitor your home from anywhere with this smart camera app. Receive instant alerts for motion and sound, view live feeds, and communicate via two-way audio. Protect your valuables, children, pets, or stores with convenient remote access.

**Highlights:** Remote home monitoring, Motion and sound detection alerts, Two-way audio communication, View event videos, Save event videos, Convenient camera registration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and simple app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Reliable security cameras

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and crashes
- 🔥 Discontinued support for older camera models
- 💸 Expensive cameras with limited functionality
- 🤯 Confusing and buggy app updates

**Reported bugs**

- App not recognizing existing cameras and accounts after updates
- Inability to access recorded footage remotely
- Inconsistent performance across different devices and networks

**Requested features**

- Provide alternative app or firmware update for discontinued camera models
- Improve reliability and stability of app and camera connections
- Add more customization options for motion detection and alerts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lorex Ping 2 free?

Lorex Ping 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wisenet SmartCam+ free?

Wisenet SmartCam+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Lorex Ping 2 or Wisenet SmartCam+?

Wisenet SmartCam+ is rated higher. Lorex Ping 2 averages 1.7 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while Wisenet SmartCam+ averages 2.1 from 974 ratings.

### Do Lorex Ping 2 or Wisenet SmartCam+ have ads?

Neither Lorex Ping 2 nor Wisenet SmartCam+ shows ads.

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