Comparison

ZoomOn Home Security Camera vs SKY HVR

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

Head to head
About

ZoomOn Home Security Camera

Transform your mobile devices into a comprehensive home security system. This app supports various IP cameras and allows you to monitor your home remotely with live HD video, motion detection, and smart notifications.

Highlights
  • HomeKit/IP ONVIF camera compatibility
  • Live HD video stream
  • Smart notifications
  • Motion detection recordings
  • 2-way video & sound
  • Night mode
  • Siri voice control
Features
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ZOOMON - A RELIABLE HOME SECURITY CAMERA Do you want to create a home security system via mobile phones? OR Are you looking for a reliable application for HomeKit or IP camera? ZoomOn is the only home security app that supports the most common types of security cameras (HomeKit, ONVIF, and other IP cameras - RTSP, MJPEG, and HLS protocol) and mobile phones (WebRTC). USE ZOOMON APP AS A: - phone/phone security system - IP / CCTV camera - app for your HomeKit / ONVIF cameras - house surveillance system - live cam monitor - pet / baby / elderly monitor - home alarm Turn your mobile devices (one serving as a camera and the other one as a viewer) into a simle security camera system with ZoomOn app. On the other hand, you can use ZoomOn app as a viewer for your hardware cameras. DEVICES YOU CAN USE AS A CAMERA: iPhone (iOS 12 and higher), iPad, Mac, HomeKit or IP ONVIF camera, other IP cameras (RTSP, MJPEG, or HLS protocols) DEVICES YOU CAN USE AS A VIEWER: iPhone (iOS 12 and higher), iPad, Mac, Apple Watch --- KEY FEATURES: - HomeKit/ IP ONVIF cameras compatible - other IP cameras (RTSP, MJPEG or HLS protocols) compatible - pan/tilt/zoom control - live HD video stream - smart notifications - 2-way video & sound - motion detection recordings - noise detection - night mode - zooming in/out - mic sensitivity adjustment - low battery warning - multi-home and multi-owner units - picture-in-picture - Siri voice control - iCloud sync - unlimited reach (3G, 4G, 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi) A SECURITY CAMERA To create a custom surveillance system in your home, all you need is at least 2 devices with ZoomOn app. Connect them and transform them into the perfect IP camera. ADD YOUR HARDWARE CAMERAS ZoomOn app can check the availability of your HomeKit/ONVIF cameras on your network so you can add them to the app. And it goes without saying that camera functions (e.g. Night vision or Pan & Tilt) will also work in ZoomOn app. HIGH-QUALITY LIVE VIDEO & AUDIO You can see your house perfectly anywhere, anytime, thanks to the full-screen video. ZoomOn app uses the most modern technology to ensure crystal clear live stream video monitoring. UNLIMITED REACH The app switches seamlessly between Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, 5G, and LTE based on where you are. Keep monitoring whether you are next door or on the other side of the planet. MONITOR MULTIPLE ROOMS AT ONCE Put one device in the living room, one in the kitchen, and one just above the main entrance of your home. See all your rooms at once on your screen. So you will always know your house is safe. ALL FAMILY MEMBERS CAN MONITOR With ZoomOn app, the whole family can keep track of what's going on at home. You can log in to countless mobile phones under one ZoomOn account. SECURITY CAMERA WITH NIGHT VISION The night vision mode lets you see what is going on in the room even in the dark. Works both with the front and the back camera. The back camera uses the flashlight, the front camera uses the screen brightness. GET NOTIFIED WHEN THERE IS NOISE/MOTION Adjust the noise sensitivity in the app settings. You will receive a notification every time the sound in the room surpasses the set threshold. You will also be alerted to any movement at home. SECURE CONNECTION All communication between the phones operating as a security IP camera is securely encrypted. Industry-standard encryption is used to ensure that only owners have access to the home surveillance video and audio stream. --- TRY ZOOMON APP FOR FREE Go ahead and explore the app within 3 days with our FREE TRIAL! (as part of a yearly subscription) If you're happy with the service provided, you can buy a subscription – monthly, yearly, or lifetime, depending on how long you plan to use the app. Download ZoomOn app and stay calm wherever you are! Terms of Use: https://www.zoomon.camera/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.zoomon.camera/privacy-policy

About

SKY HVR

Features
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1. Remote real-time images, allowing you to easily preview. 2. Alarm push broadcast, let you master instant information. 3. You can play back and watch images anytime and anywhere. 4. Support image capture, video backup. 5. Multiple devices can be added at the same time for easy management.

Screenshots

ZoomOn Home Security Camera4 screens
SKY HVR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SKY HVR at none against ZoomOn Home Security Camera's 9. SKY HVR also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). ZoomOn Home Security Camera's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price and ads 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. ZoomOn Home Security Camera sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days. SKY HVR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ZoomOn Home Security Camera versus SKY HVR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZoomOn Home Security CameraSKY HVR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (1.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews19.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.1 GB40 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperMaster Home Security s.r.o.Chen wen Cheng

Bugs and requests

ZoomOn Home Security Camera

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to connect to cameras
  • Subscription issues and hidden fees
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes

Requested features

3 requests
  • Recording and playback capabilities
  • Better camera quality
  • Compatibility with more devices

SKY HVR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

ZoomOn Home Security Camera

Subscriptions8
  • 1 Week Premium Security Acc.$2.497 Days
  • 1 Month Premium Security Acc.$4.991 Month
  • 1 Week Premium Security Acc.$5.997 Days
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  • 1 Year Premium Security Acc.$9.991 Year
  • 1 Month Premium Security Acc.$11.991 Month
  • Cloud Connection One Quarter$19.993 Months
  • 1 Year Premium Security Acc.$39.991 Year
  • 1 Year Premium Security Acc.3 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Multi-Platform License$179.99
None

SKY HVR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ZoomOn Home Security Camera free?
ZoomOn Home Security Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SKY HVR free?
SKY HVR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ZoomOn Home Security Camera or SKY HVR have ads?
Neither ZoomOn Home Security Camera nor SKY HVR shows ads.

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