# GosBell vs GrusHome

The clearest difference is rating: GrusHome at 5.0 against GosBell's 1.4. GrusHome also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). GosBell's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GrusHome sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. GosBell asks for nothing beyond the download.

GrusHome holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GosBell has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GosBell ships an update every 2 months, GrusHome every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GosBell | GrusHome |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gosbell/id1276162572/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grushome/id1455196140/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 9.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GOSCAM (Shenzhen Gospell Smarthome Electronic Co., Ltd.)](https://appshunter.io/developer/480877456) | [Hemeng](https://appshunter.io/developer/1377555201) |

## What reviewers say

### GosBell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gosbell/id1276162572)

This smart doorbell camera offers a cable-free, easy-to-install solution for home security. It allows for remote video communication with visitors and playback of recorded events. The system includes intelligent motion detection and local storage, eliminating the need for subscription fees.

**Highlights:** Battery-powered, cable-free installation, Remote video communication, Event audio and video playback, Local TF card storage, Intelligent human sensor, Supports up to four doorbell cameras

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### GrusHome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grushome/id1455196140)

Transform an old smartphone into a Wi-Fi connected security camera. Offers motion detection, two-way audio, and HD video streaming for home monitoring. Optional upgrades provide cloud storage and advanced features.

**Highlights:** Repurposes old phones as security cameras, Motion detection with alerts, Two-way audio communication, HD video streaming (1080p), Cross-platform compatibility, Scheduled recording, Secure and private video streaming

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Month Trial | $0.99 | one-time |
| Standard Plan 1 Month | $3.99 | one-time |
| 50 SMS Alerts | $3.99 | one-time |
| Standard Plan 3 Months | $8.99 | one-time |
| 150 SMS Alerts | $9.99 | one-time |
| 300 SMS Alerts | $18.99 | one-time |
| Standard Plan 12 Months | $27.99 | one-time |
| 500 SMS Alerts | $28.99 | one-time |
| 7 Days Event Recording | $71.99 | one-time |
| 7 Days Continuous Recording 1Y | $107.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GosBell free?

GosBell is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GrusHome free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GosBell or GrusHome?

GrusHome is rated higher. GosBell averages 1.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while GrusHome averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GosBell or GrusHome have ads?

Neither GosBell nor GrusHome shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GosBell or GrusHome?

GosBell ships an update every 2 months, and GrusHome every 10 days. Most recently, GosBell was updated on October 21, 2026 and GrusHome on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*