# Lorex Ping 2 vs Home Security Camera

The clearest difference is rating: Home Security Camera at 4.6 against Lorex Ping 2's 1.7. Home Security Camera also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 12%) and ratings volume (3.2K vs 60). Lorex Ping 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 20) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Home Security Camera sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Lorex Ping 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Home Security Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Home Security Camera has 3.2K ratings behind it against 60, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of Lorex Ping 2's written reviews are positive against 33% of Home Security Camera's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lorex Ping 2 | Home Security Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorex-ping-2/id1097520838/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-visory/id1601861377/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 60 | **3.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 11.5% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 27 MB | 204 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LOREX TECHNOLOGY INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/351969599) | [Tapnetic LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615821765) |

## 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


### Home Security Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-visory/id1601861377)

Transform old smartphones and tablets into a live-streaming security and pet monitoring system. Receive instant alerts for motion, sound, and human detection to ensure your home and loved ones are always safe.

**Highlights:** Live streaming security camera, Pet and baby monitoring, Sound and motion detection alerts, Human detection alerts, Multi-device linking, QR code setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly sub－Cloud Baby Monitor | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Cloud Camera – Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| All Access Weekly 6 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly sub - Home Baby Monitor | $11.99 | per year |
| Monthly sub - Nanny Cam | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly sub - Home Pet Monitor | $17.99 | per year |
| Visory Premium – Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly sub - CCTV Recorder | $23.99 | per year |
| Cloud Camera – 3-month | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly sub - Remote Camera | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly sub - Security Camera | $35.99 | per year |
| Super premium | $39.99 | per month |
| Visory yearly subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Super product monthly | $49.99 | per month |
| Monthly super premium subscription | $49.99 | per month |
| Super premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Super premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Visory Premium – Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly sub - Remote Camera | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly sub - Remote Camera | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient motion detection
- 👍 Simple and functional layout
- 🔒 Secure camera monitoring
- 💡 Useful for home security

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Difficult setup process
- 💸 Misleading subscription model
- 🚫 Incompatible with some camera models

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to cameras
- Subscription issues and failed refunds
- Inconsistent app performance

**Requested features**

- Zoom control for camera
- Improved customer support
- Easier integration with multiple devices
- Offline/local storage option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lorex Ping 2 free?

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

### Is Home Security Camera free?

Home Security Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lorex Ping 2 or Home Security Camera?

Home Security Camera is rated higher. Lorex Ping 2 averages 1.7 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while Home Security Camera averages 4.6 from 3.2K ratings.

### Do Lorex Ping 2 or Home Security Camera have ads?

Neither Lorex Ping 2 nor Home Security Camera shows ads.

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