# DSS Control vs Home Security Camera App

The clearest difference is rating: Home Security Camera App at 4.4 against DSS Control's 1.0. Home Security Camera App also leads on ratings volume (4.7K vs 2). DSS Control's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Home Security Camera App sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. DSS Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

Home Security Camera App holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Home Security Camera App has 4.7K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

DSS Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Home Security Camera App every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DSS Control | Home Security Camera App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dss-control/id1288472639/reviews) | **[4.4 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-app/id1540687753/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **4.7K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 26.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 70 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dung Nguyen Tien](https://appshunter.io/developer/1288472638) | [SpeedBoot Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665797241) |

## What reviewers say

### DSS Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dss-control/id1288472639)

This mobile application allows users to monitor Dahua products remotely. It provides real-time camera viewing for up to 16 channels, multi-camera layouts, and PTZ control. The app also supports two-way audio, alerts, and offers product catalogs and news.

**Highlights:** Real-time camera viewing (up to 16 channels), Multi-camera layouts, PTZ control, Two-way audio support, Alerts and notifications, Product catalog and news

**In-app purchases:** none


### Home Security Camera App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-app/id1540687753)

Monitor your home security cameras and scan for nearby Bluetooth devices. Get real-time HD video playback and detailed information about connected devices on your local network. Includes privacy guidance and support.

**Highlights:** Real-time HD video playback, Connect to various camera brands, Scan for nearby Bluetooth devices, Check Bluetooth signal strength, Device information lookup, Privacy protection guidance

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription time - week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Subscription time-month | $9.99 | per month |
| VIP member | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Member | $19.99 | per year |
| Subscription time-quarterly | $26.99 | per 3 months |
| VIP Member | $29.99 | per year |
| VIP member | $39.99 | per year |
| VIP Member | $39.99 | per year |
| Subscription time-year | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Security camera monitoring
- 👍 Useful for detecting hidden cameras
- 🚀 Efficient scanning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to access full features
- 🐛 Unreliable detection of cameras
- 👎 Deceptive billing practices
- 💸 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during scans
- Inconsistent detection of cameras
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Requested features**

- Ability to view camera details without subscription
- Clearer communication about subscription requirements
- Refund options for unsatisfied users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DSS Control free?

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

### Is Home Security Camera App free?

Home Security Camera App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DSS Control or Home Security Camera App?

Home Security Camera App is rated higher. DSS Control averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Home Security Camera App averages 4.4 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do DSS Control or Home Security Camera App have ads?

Neither DSS Control nor Home Security Camera App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DSS Control or Home Security Camera App?

DSS Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Home Security Camera App every 4 weeks. Most recently, DSS Control was updated on October 6, 2026 and Home Security Camera App on October 14, 2026.

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