Comparison

Spyglass Camera Viewer vs Aaron

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

Head to head
About

Spyglass Camera Viewer

View and manage your security camera feeds live from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Receive motion alerts and access recorded events. Supports PTZ controls and audio streaming for compatible cameras.

Highlights
  • Live camera feed viewing
  • Motion detection push notifications
  • PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) controls
  • Audio streaming
  • View recorded events
  • Customizable multi-camera layouts
  • Apple Watch integration
Features
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Spyglass Camera Viewer is the best way to see, and manage, your security cameras. View all of your live feeds, get notified when there's motion with push notifications, and look at recorded events from your iPhone, iPad, or even Apple Watch. We currently support Security Spy camera servers. Spyglass lets you: • View all of your server's cameras. • Receive push notification alerts for motion. (If you force-press on one, you will see that camera's live stream without having to open the app!). • Use PTZ to control pan, tilt, and zoom. • Listen to your camera's audio stream (if supported by device). • See all your camera's recorded events like photo snapshots and movies. • Customize the amount of cameras you can see on one screen — we support a 1X1, 2X2, and 3X3 viewing experience on iPhones and iPads. • See your cameras live, right from your Apple Watch! • Use iPad Split View to keep your cameras up while you use another app at the same time. • Take snapshots of your camera when viewing, saved right to your camera library. We are working hard on new Spyglass updates, so please stay-tuned! We hope you enjoy the app and would love some feedback! —— Spyglass Pro is a monthly recurring subscription for only $0.99/month that lets you access pro features of the app. • Pan, Tilt, and Zoom support with 4 preset positions pulled from the camera. • Audio streaming for cameras that support it. • Multiple Security Spy servers The subscription price may vary by location. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your Apple iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will not be able to cancel the subscription once activated. You can manage your subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: http://spyglassapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Service: http://spyglassapp.com/tos.html

About

Aaron

Transform two devices into a reliable home security system. Monitor your home remotely with features like motion detection, two-way video, and HD quality streaming. Supports a wide range of cameras and offers unlimited device pairing.

Highlights
  • Multi-device monitoring
  • Two-way video
  • HD video quality
  • Motion detection
  • HomeKit & Onvif camera support
  • Unlimited reach (Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, LTE, 5G)
  • MAC app support
Features
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A RELIABLE SECURITY CAMERA IN YOUR POCKET Connect 2 phones & keep your home safe with the Aaron Home Security app. ALL FEATURES: The application offers a lot of features that each of you will definitely use. You can read more about the individual functions in the following paragraphs. • Unlimited reach (Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, LTE, 5G) • Multi device monitoring • 2 – Way video • HD video quality • Supports HomeKit cameras • Supports Onvif cameras • Supports MAC APP • Motion detection • Zoom • Screenshots A SECURITY CAMERA IN YOUR POCKET To create a custom surveillance system in your home, all you need is at least 2 devices (phone or tablet) with the Aaron Home Security app. Connect them and transform them into the perfect IP camera. UNLIMITED REACH The app switches seamlessly between WiFi, 3G, 4G, and LTE based on where you are. Keep monitoring whether you are next door or on the other side of the planet. MULTI DEVICE MONITORING Aaron Home Security supports an unlimited number of devices. So you can pair as many devices as you want. 2-WAY VIDEO In the full screen application you will see your household and at the same time in a small square yourself. HD VIDEO You can see your house perfectly anywhere, anytime thanks to the full-screen video. Aaron Home Security uses the most modern technology to ensure crystal clear live stream video monitoring. SUPPORTS HOMEKIT CAMERAS Thanks to the HomeKit platform, you can control your house without any complications. That's why we've added the ability to connect HomeKit cameras to our app. This will allow you to monitor your home quickly and easily. SUPPORTS ONVIF CAMERAS Thanks to the ONVIF support that our application has, you can not only easily control appliances, locks and lights in your home. But also monitor your house through Home Security. SUPPORTS MAC APP You can download the application in MAC. You pair with a mobile device and everything will work for you without any problems. This allows you to work on your computer while watching your home. MOTION DETECTION Any change in your home will be recorded using smart security, such as motion detection. ZOOM Zoom in on the video and capture unusual action when needed. SCREENSHOTS The application also allows you to capture an image of the current appearance of your display.

Screenshots

Spyglass Camera Viewer4 screens
Aaron4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Aaron at 46% against Spyglass Camera Viewer's 0%. Aaron also leads on rating (4.3 vs 1.7) and ratings volume (46 vs 14). Spyglass Camera Viewer's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 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. Spyglass Camera Viewer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Aaron sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Aaron holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 46 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Spyglass Camera Viewer's written reviews are positive against 46% of Aaron's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spyglass Camera Viewer ships an update every 3 weeks, Aaron monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Spyglass Camera Viewer versus Aaron: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpyglass Camera ViewerAaron
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (14 ratings)4.3 (46 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews46.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1446 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB583 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLower Cross Capital LLCMaster Home Security s.r.o.

Customer experience

Spyglass Camera Viewer

All ratings14 ratings
Positive14.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.7%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Aaron

All ratings45 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral4.4%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative53.8%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Spyglass Camera Viewer

Subscriptions2
  • Spyglass Pro Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Spyglass Pro Yearly$5.991 Year
2 purchases

Aaron

Subscriptions2
  • 1 MONTH of Premium Account$3.991 Month
  • 1 YEAR of Premium Account$30.991 Year

Questions

Is Spyglass Camera Viewer free?
Spyglass Camera Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aaron free?
Aaron is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spyglass Camera Viewer or Aaron?
Aaron is rated higher. Spyglass Camera Viewer averages 1.7 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Aaron averages 4.3 from 46 ratings.
Do Spyglass Camera Viewer or Aaron have ads?
Neither Spyglass Camera Viewer nor Aaron shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Spyglass Camera Viewer or Aaron?
Spyglass Camera Viewer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Aaron monthly. Most recently, Spyglass Camera Viewer was updated on November 2, 2026 and Aaron on November 3, 2026.

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