Comparison

SmartCam vs Smart RTSP

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

Head to head
About

SmartCam

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SmartCam is the Control software for the high definition Dashcam.Support the WIFI connection、Browsing 、playing back and downloading the Full HD 1080P video or picture, it’s overturning the tradition dashcam button’s operation and makes the driver easy to operate it. New experience is beginning.

About

Smart RTSP

View and record live streams from IP cameras using RTSP, HLS, or ONVIF protocols. Features include motion detection, event recording, and PTZ control. Offers local notifications and optional iCloud sync for privacy-focused monitoring.

Highlights
  • RTSP, HLS, ONVIF camera viewing
  • Event-triggered recording
  • Motion, person, sound detection
  • PTZ camera control
  • Local notifications
  • Optional iCloud sync
Features
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Smart RTSP is a private local RTSP Camera Viewer and event recorder for IP cameras that expose RTSP, HLS, or ONVIF streams. Add cameras by entering a stream URL or discovering ONVIF devices on your local network. Watch live video, record important events, review playback history, and control supported ONVIF PTZ cameras, with no Smart RTSP account required. Key features: • RTSP, HLS, and ONVIF camera viewing • Manual and event-triggered recording with no-recording schedules and adjustable duration • Smart recording retention by event type • Motion, person, and sound detection with motion ROI areas • Event history, recording playback, and batch cleanup • Apple Home bridge from Mac for supported RTSP cameras • Live Push to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, or custom RTMP • Local notifications and privacy-focused design with no Smart RTSP account required • Optional iCloud sync and iCloud Drive storage Compatibility depends on the camera exposing a supported RTSP/HLS stream or ONVIF service. Privacy Policy: https://www.smartrtsp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SmartCam1 screens
Smart RTSP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartCam at none against Smart RTSP's 10. SmartCam also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.5). Smart RTSP's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On price, 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. Smart RTSP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SmartCam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartCam ships an update every 2 months, Smart RTSP every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SmartCam versus Smart RTSP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartCamSmart RTSP
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—87.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB181 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer隆彪 雷原野 葛

In-app purchases

None

SmartCam

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Smart RTSP

Subscriptions8
  • SmartRTSP Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Monthly Shared Stream$2.991 Month
  • SmartRTSP Yearly$6.991 Year
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  • Yearly Shared Stream$9.991 Year
  • Yearly 2 Remote Cameras$14.991 Year
  • Yearly 4 Remote Cameras$29.991 Year
  • Yearly 6 Remote Cameras$44.991 Year
  • Yearly 8 Remote Cameras$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Membership$14.99
  • Family Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is SmartCam free?
SmartCam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart RTSP free?
Smart RTSP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmartCam or Smart RTSP have ads?
Neither SmartCam nor Smart RTSP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartCam or Smart RTSP?
SmartCam ships an update every 2 months, and Smart RTSP every 3 days. Most recently, SmartCam was updated on October 26, 2026 and Smart RTSP on November 5, 2026.

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