Comparison

Bay Alarm View vs Hominyx

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

Head to head
About

Bay Alarm View

Access and manage your security system remotely from your smartphone or tablet. View live and recorded video, capture images, and receive notifications with attachments. Supports multiple sites and cameras with customizable layouts.

Highlights
  • Remote security system access
  • Live and recorded video playback
  • Multi-site monitoring
  • Customizable camera layouts
  • PTZ camera control
  • Image snapshot capture
  • Email and text notifications
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Bay Alarm Mobile app for iPad and iPhone devices works seamlessly with DW SpectrumTM IPVMS and VMAX DVRs/NVRs. Bay Alarm Mobile allows you to view, playback and capture still images from a surveillance system on your smart phone and tablet. APP FEATURES: • Access Your Entire Security System with the Touch of a Finger. • Remote Monitoring of Multiple Sites. • Supports Unlimited Sites. • Create Unique Layouts with Cameras from Multiple Sites for the Ultimate Mobile Surveillance Experience. • Drag and Drop Camera Layouts and Reordering. • View Up to 16 Cameras per Screen, and Have Up to 128 Cameras Open at One Time (via On-Screen Scrolling). • Split View (L/S) Displays Live and Recorded Video. • PTZ Camera Control. • Capture Image Snapshots. • Send E-mail and Text Notifications with Image Attachment. • Server Location Services. • Pinch-to-Zoom Digital Zoom Support. • Password Protected for Complete Security of Your Systems and Data. • Welcome Tour, Tutorial and Complete Help Menu for Onscreen Assistance. MODELS SUPPORTED: • Blackjack CubeTM NVRs • Blackjack E-RackTM NVRs • Blackjack P-RackTM NVRs • Any server running DW SpectrumTM IPVMS • VMAX IP PlusTM NVRs • VMAX AHD CORETM DVRs • VMAX A1TM DVRs

About

Hominyx

Transform old smartphones and tablets into a powerful home security system. Stream HD video, receive motion alerts, and communicate remotely. Supports multiple cameras and offers secure cloud or local recording options.

Highlights
  • HD Live Streaming
  • Motion & Sound Alerts
  • Two-Way Audio
  • Night Mode
  • Cloud & Local Recording
  • Multi-Camera Support
  • QR Code Pairing
Features
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Monitor your baby, pet, or home from anywhere with secure HD streaming. Hominyx transforms smartphones and tablets into powerful home security cameras. Connect two devices instantly, or add compatible WiFi IP cameras to create a complete home monitoring system - all in one app. Perfect for: • Parents who want a reliable baby monitor • Pet owners who check in while away • Homeowners who need indoor security • Travelers monitoring their space remotely No extra hardware required when using phones or tablets. HD Live Streaming Stream real-time video in up to 1080p. Use your iPhone or iPad as a camera and watch remotely from another device or desktop browser. Remote Access Anytime View your live feed from: • iPhone • iPad • Web browser on desktop Stay connected wherever you are. Connect External WiFi IP Cameras Expand your setup with supported third-party IP cameras. Manage old phones, tablets, and external cameras together in one simple interface. Motion & Sound Alerts Receive instant notifications when movement or sound is detected. Know immediately if something happens at home. Two-Way Audio Listen and speak through your connected devices. Comfort your baby, talk to your pet, or respond in real time. Night Mode Automatic low-light optimization lets you monitor clearly, even in the dark. Cloud & Local Recording Choose how to store your footage: • Secure cloud storage • Local device recording Access recordings anytime. Secure & Private Quick QR pairing connects devices in seconds. All video streams are encrypted to protect your privacy. Multi-Camera Support Create a full home monitoring system using multiple devices. Watch different rooms at the same time from one app. Reuse old smartphones and tablets instead of buying expensive cameras. Set up your home monitoring system in minutes. Hominyx offers optional auto-renewing subscriptions for cloud storage and premium features. Subscriptions may include advanced alerts, extended recording history, and multi-camera management. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G0NNM2UJURkl17_zTJ3rFrgw1lAHdNAlvtDqaA7pFnM/mobilebasic Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J1PkDG6BOqJ9WXsulr7FPn02FmXOJ9v9Hi5Om3cy9KM/mobilebasic

Screenshots

Bay Alarm View4 screens
Hominyx4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Hominyx at 4.6 against Bay Alarm View's 2.3. Hominyx also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (54 vs 3). Bay Alarm View's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. Hominyx sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Bay Alarm View asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hominyx holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hominyx has 54 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bay Alarm View ships an update every 5 months, Hominyx every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 2 level
Bay Alarm View versus Hominyx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBay Alarm ViewHominyx
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)4.6 (54 ratings) — better
Number of ratings354 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB174 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBay Alarm CompanyHOMINYX LTD

Customer experience

Bay Alarm View

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Hominyx

All ratings54 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral1.9%
Negative7.4%

In-app purchases

None

Bay Alarm View

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

Hominyx

Subscriptions7
  • Premium access3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Premium access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium access$9.993 Months
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  • Premium access$14.991 Month
  • Premium access$29.991 Year
  • Premium access3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Premium access$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium access$99.99

Questions

Is Bay Alarm View free?
Bay Alarm View is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hominyx free?
Hominyx is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bay Alarm View or Hominyx?
Hominyx is rated higher. Bay Alarm View averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Hominyx averages 4.6 from 54 ratings.
Do Bay Alarm View or Hominyx have ads?
Hominyx shows ads; Bay Alarm View does not.
Which is updated more often, Bay Alarm View or Hominyx?
Bay Alarm View ships an update every 5 months, and Hominyx every 2 weeks. Most recently, Bay Alarm View was updated on June 1, 2026 and Hominyx on September 24, 2026.

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