# eSmartCam vs CloudEdge

The clearest difference is rating: CloudEdge at 4.3 against eSmartCam's 2.6. CloudEdge also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 23%) and ratings volume (21K vs 111). eSmartCam's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. eSmartCam sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and CloudEdge sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CloudEdge holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CloudEdge has 21K ratings behind it against 111, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of eSmartCam's written reviews are positive against 63% of CloudEdge's.

eSmartCam ships an update monthly, CloudEdge every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | eSmartCam | CloudEdge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (111 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esmartcam/id1207997094/reviews) | **[4.3 (21K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudedge/id1294635090/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 111 | **21K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.1% of reviews | **63.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#82** |
| Size | 145 MB | 315 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Elink Smart Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1257307745) | [Hangzhou MEARI Technology Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1429482772) |

## What reviewers say

### eSmartCam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esmartcam/id1207997094)

Monitor your home or store remotely with cloud-based video surveillance. This app allows real-time viewing, two-way voice communication, and video recording. Receive instant alerts with images when the alarm function is triggered.

**Highlights:** Real-time video monitoring, Two-way voice intercom, Video recording and playback, Alarm function with alerts, Cloud-based services

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30天 6GB流量包 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 180-day storage (7 days loop) | $6.99 | one-time |
| 360-day storage (7 days loop) | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📷 Clear picture quality day and night
- ⚙️ Easy setup and configuration
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🎥 Useful motion detection feature
- 📱 Remote viewing capability

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent login failures and timeouts
- 📢 Intrusive ad wall before login screen
- 🌐 Unstable remote connection issues
- ⚠️ Inappropriate advertisements displayed
- 🔄 Constant need to reinstall app

**Reported bugs**

- Login times out with 'update to latest version' prompt when no update exists
- Ad retrieval failures cause connection errors
- App fails to load past login screen
- Keyboard won't dismiss blocking login button
- Session timeout requiring repeated logins

**Requested features**

- Ability to turn camera on/off via app
- Multi-device simultaneous login support
- Restricted access controls for shared users
- WiFi network switching capability
- Logout button in app


### CloudEdge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudedge/id1294635090)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Access real-time video feeds and playback recordings from your home or business. Receive instant motion detection alerts for enhanced security. Stay connected to your property and loved ones from anywhere.

**Highlights:** Real-time video streaming, Playback recording access, Motion detection alerts, Time and message reminders, Video image sharing

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One cam for 30 days AI Service | $1.99 | per month |
| AI Subscription 1 Device | $1.99 | per month |
| Cloud Month Event 3 Days | $2.99 | per month |
| One Camera for 30 days Cloud | $3.99 | per month |
| Cloud Month Event 7 Days | $4.99 | per month |
| Cloud AI Month Event 1 Device | $4.99 | per month |
| cam basic 30days-month-as-1-c | $6.99 | per month |
| Cloud SUB Event 2 Device | $7.99 | per month |
| cam plus-month-as-1-c | $8.99 | per month |
| cam plus-month-1-duov4 | $8.99 | per month |
| Event One Month 3 Days | $2.99 | one-time |
| Continue One Month 3 Days | $3.99 | one-time |
| Event One Month 7 Days | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event One Quarter 3 Days | $7.99 | one-time |
| Data 200G One Month Dis. US | $12.99 | one-time |
| One Camera AI Service Year | $19.99 | one-time |
| Data Unlimited Month US Dis. | $20.99 | one-time |
| Event One Year 3 Days | $29.99 | one-time |
| Cloud Year Event 1 Device | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy installation
- 👍 Clear image quality
- 🔒 Provides security and peace of mind
- 💡 Solar panel option for battery life
- 👍 User-friendly app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable notifications and motion detection
- 🔋 Battery life issues
- 🔒 Can't have multiple users logged in at once
- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and glitches
- 🐛 Delayed video playback and buffering issues

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras going offline randomly
- App signing users out unexpectedly
- Firmware update issues
- Inconsistent motion detection and recording

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust motion detection sensitivity
- Option to disable motion alerts while keeping recording
- Faster and more reliable notifications
- Improved video playback controls (timeline, fast forward, rewind)
- Support for multiple user accounts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is eSmartCam free?

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

### Is CloudEdge free?

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

### Which has better reviews, eSmartCam or CloudEdge?

CloudEdge is rated higher. eSmartCam averages 2.6 out of 5 from 111 ratings, while CloudEdge averages 4.3 from 21K ratings.

### Do eSmartCam or CloudEdge have ads?

Neither eSmartCam nor CloudEdge shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, eSmartCam or CloudEdge?

eSmartCam ships an update monthly, and CloudEdge every 2 weeks. Most recently, eSmartCam was updated on October 12, 2026 and CloudEdge on October 21, 2026.

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