# Lorex Ping 2 vs Home Security

The clearest difference is rating: Home Security at 3.9 against Lorex Ping 2's 1.7. Home Security also leads on ratings volume (2.2K vs 60). Lorex Ping 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 12.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Home Security sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Lorex Ping 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Home Security holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Home Security has 2.2K 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 17% of Home Security's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lorex Ping 2 | Home Security |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lorex-ping-2/id1097520838/reviews) | **[3.9 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-scanner/id6478574268/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 60 | **2.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 11.5% of reviews | **17.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 27 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LOREX TECHNOLOGY INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/351969599) | [Appurple](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728810496) |

## 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-scanner/id6478574268)

This app helps you find and connect to cameras on your home network, enhancing privacy and security. It scans Wi-Fi networks to identify all connected devices and provides detailed information about them. Additional tools for network performance and Bluetooth scanning offer a comprehensive approach to detecting potential surveillance.

**Highlights:** Detects cameras on your network, Scans Wi-Fi networks for connected devices, Provides detailed device information (IP, MAC), Tests internet and network speed, Performs ping tests, Includes Bluetooth device search, Scans for electromagnetic signals

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Camera Finder Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Camera Finder Weekly PRO | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Camera Finder Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💫 Hijas de mi vida
- 🌟 Massie
- 🌟 1018
- 🌟 Camara2025
- 🌟 2368

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 A disgusting way to make a living
- 🚫 Installation issues
- 🚫 Doesn't do what it says, have to pay to use
- 🚫 Took my money, hard to cancel
- 🚫 Can't cancel, made difficult

**Reported bugs**

- Camera setup issues
- Compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- Interface improvements
- Better customer support and refund process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lorex Ping 2 free?

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

### Is Home Security free?

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

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

Home Security is rated higher. Lorex Ping 2 averages 1.7 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while Home Security averages 3.9 from 2.2K ratings.

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

Neither Lorex Ping 2 nor Home Security shows ads.

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