Comparison

Lorex Ping 2 vs Lorex Connect

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

Head to head
About

Lorex Ping 2

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
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The newly redesigned Lorex Ping 2 allows you to view and access LNC100 and LNC200 series wireless IP cameras easily and intuitively from anywhere in the world. The Lorex Ping 2 app allows you to: - Set up the camera on your local Wi-Fi network. - View live video from your camera. - Record video and snapshots directly to your mobile device and other optional storage. - Play back video from your mobile device or from the camera¹s microSD card. - Configure camera motion detection and other settings. - Have multi-user access to view the same camera simultaneously. - Turn on Privacy mode to ensure your privacy. Notes: - Only applicable to iOS v6.0 and higher.

About

Lorex Connect

Monitor your home security with live and recorded video feeds from compatible devices. Receive smart AI notifications for people, vehicles, and packages, and manage multiple cameras with customizable layouts and device groups.

Highlights
  • Quick device setup
  • Fast live and recorded video playback
  • Smart AI notifications (people, vehicles, packages)
  • Multi-camera viewing with customizable layouts
  • Device grouping for easier control
  • Customizable alert preferences
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Experience the next generation of smart security with Lorex Connect. Lorex Connect brings your security and your life together with smarter features, faster performance, and easier control. Whether you’re at home, at work, or on the go, stay connected to what matters most. Key Features: • Quick Setup – Pair your devices in just seconds. • Fast Performance – Enjoy quicker load times and smoother playback for both live and recorded video. • Live & Recorded Video – View live feeds and access past footage anytime, anywhere. • Smart AI Notifications – Receive alerts that identify people, vehicles, packages, and more. • Multi-Camera Viewing – Watch multiple cameras at once with flexible, customizable layouts. • Device Groups – Organize cameras and systems into groups for easier control. • Customizable Alerts – Fine-tune notifications to match your preferences. --- Legal: Terms of Service: https://info.lorex.cloud/policies/terms-of-service.html Privacy Policy: https://info.lorex.cloud/policies/privacy.html Subscription Policy: https://info.lorex.cloud/policies/cloud-subscription.html

Screenshots

Lorex Ping 24 screens
Lorex Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lorex Ping 2 at none against Lorex Connect's 4. Lorex Ping 2 also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, 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. Lorex Connect sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Lorex Ping 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Lorex Ping 2 versus Lorex Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLorex Ping 2Lorex Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (60 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews11.5% of reviews — better10.0% of reviews
Number of ratings60 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB267 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLOREX TECHNOLOGY INC.Lorex Corporation

Customer experience

Lorex Ping 2

All ratings60 ratings
Positive13.3%
Neutral5.0%
Negative81.7%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive11.5%
Neutral7.7%
Negative80.8%

Lorex Connect

Written reviews30 reviews
Positive10.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative86.7%

In-app purchases

None

Lorex Ping 2

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Lorex Connect

Subscriptions4
  • Single Camera Monthly1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Multi Camera Monthly1 Month trial$16.991 Month
  • Single Camera Annual$59.991 Year
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  • Multi Camera Annual$169.991 Year

Questions

Is Lorex Ping 2 free?
Lorex Ping 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lorex Connect free?
Lorex Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lorex Ping 2 or Lorex Connect have ads?
Neither Lorex Ping 2 nor Lorex Connect shows ads.

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