Comparison

Smart Doorbell vs Security Home

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

Head to head
About

Smart Doorbell

Receive instant notifications on your smartphone when visitors press the doorbell or motion is detected. See and speak to guests remotely, and access optional cloud-based video recordings of events.

Highlights
  • Instant visitor and motion alerts
  • Two-way audio communication
  • Remote viewing on demand
  • Cloud-based video recording
  • Manage subscriptions
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Chuango Smart Video Doorbell is an all-new addition to the Chuango smart home portfolio, powered by Chuango's signature form and function as well as ease of use. When someone presses on the bell button or the built-in motion sensor detects movements, you and your family get an instant notification on your smartphones, enabling you to see and speak with your visitor no matter where you are in the house or in the world, anytime of the day. You can also proactively wake up the Chuango doorbell on demand and see what might be happening on your porch or driveway as you wish. Cloud-based Video Recording Optional cloud recording lets you replay, download and share video clips of visitors or motion-triggered events. Statement for the Auto-Renewable Cloud-Based Recording Plans 1. Payment: Auto-renewable subscriptions include “Basic Monthly / Basic Annually / Premium Monthly / Premium Annually”. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. 2. Auto-renewal: Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. 3. Cancel subscription: The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. 4. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. 5. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. http://www.chuango.com/privacypolicy/Terms_and_Conditions.html http://www.chuango.com/privacypolicy/Privacy.html

About

Security Home

Monitor your home security with real-time video and audio feeds from multiple cameras. Record and playback footage, identify network devices, and easily connect IP cameras for comprehensive coverage. Customize monitoring settings to ensure every area is secure.

Highlights
  • Real-time live video and audio monitoring
  • Video recording and playback
  • Smart device identification on network
  • Easy IP camera connection
  • Multi-room synchronized monitoring
  • Flexible monitoring configuration
Features
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Security Home - Camera Connect simplifies smart home monitoring, providing a comprehensive solution for your home security: Real-Time Monitoring and Access High-Quality Live Video & Audio: Using advanced technology, enjoy clear and smooth real-time video and audio, keeping you assured of your home's status. Video Recording and Playback: Efficiently record and playback videos, allowing you to easily review stored content and stay on top of key security details. Network and Device Security Smart Device Identification: Automatically scan all devices on your network, quickly discover and manage them, enhancing overall network security. Easy IP Camera Connection: Compatible with various brands of IP cameras, simple setup enables quick activation of efficient monitoring, ensuring ease of use. Comprehensive Area Coverage Multi-Room Synchronized Monitoring: Install cameras in multiple areas and achieve synchronized monitoring through a single interface, ensuring every corner of your home is covered. Flexible Monitoring Configuration: Adjust monitoring settings according to your needs, effectively covering critical areas and ensuring comprehensive home security. Download Security Home - Camera Connect now to easily manage your home security and focus on what matters most. Subscription Information – Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and renewal costs will be identified. – You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal preferences in your account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.ruanxiaoer20219.link/pp/6695740469/ Terms of Use: https://www.ruanxiaoer20219.link/tou/6695740469/

Screenshots

Smart Doorbell4 screens
Security Home4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Security Home at 4.3 against Smart Doorbell's 2.5. Security Home also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 4). Smart Doorbell's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Doorbell sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Security Home sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Security Home holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Security Home has 11K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smart Doorbell ships an update every 4 months, Security Home every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Smart Doorbell versus Security Home: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart DoorbellSecurity Home
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (4 ratings)4.3 (11K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—19.0% of reviews
Number of ratings411K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChuango Security Technology CorporationCyberApps Studio

Customer experience

Smart Doorbell

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

Security Home

All ratings10,526 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral3.9%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews373 reviews
Positive19.0%
Neutral1.1%
Negative79.9%

Bugs and requests

Smart Doorbell

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Security Home

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App not working as expected
  • Subscription issues

Requested features

2 requests
  • Refund policy improvement
  • Better customer support

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Smart Doorbell

Subscriptions4
  • Basic Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Basic Annually$29.991 Year
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  • Premium Annually$69.991 Year
7 purchases

Security Home

Subscriptions6
  • VIP Membership$9.997 Days
  • VIP Member$19.991 Year
  • VIP Member$29.991 Year
Show 3 more
  • VIP Member$39.991 Year
  • VIP membership3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • VIP Membership$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • VIP membership$29.99

Questions

Is Smart Doorbell free?
Smart Doorbell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Security Home free?
Security Home is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Smart Doorbell or Security Home?
Security Home is rated higher. Smart Doorbell averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Security Home averages 4.3 from 11K ratings.
Do Smart Doorbell or Security Home have ads?
Neither Smart Doorbell nor Security Home shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smart Doorbell or Security Home?
Smart Doorbell ships an update every 4 months, and Security Home every 3 months. Most recently, Smart Doorbell was updated on October 21, 2026 and Security Home on November 2, 2026.

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