# PRIME Wire vs Defender Guard

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PRIME Wire at none against Defender Guard's 22. Defender Guard's advantage is ratings volume (4.2K vs 1K) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Defender Guard sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PRIME Wire asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PRIME Wire against 4.6 for Defender Guard. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 4.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 39% of PRIME Wire's written reviews are positive against 43% of Defender Guard's.

PRIME Wire ships an update every 6 months, Defender Guard every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PRIME Wire | Defender Guard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prime-wire/id1361292944/reviews)** | [4.6 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/defender-guard/id1471331497/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1K | **4.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 39.1% of reviews | **42.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 218 MB | 526 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Prime Wire and Cable, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1361292943) | [Empowerment Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605838244) |

## What reviewers say

### PRIME Wire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prime-wire/id1361292944)

Control connected devices wirelessly from anywhere. Schedule custom timers for lighting and appliances, and manage multiple devices simultaneously. Receive alerts when devices activate, offering convenient home automation.

**Highlights:** Wireless device control, Custom timer schedules, Manual ON/OFF control, Smart Scenes for multiple devices, Add and configure multiple devices, Push notifications

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Works as advertised
- 🚀 Simple setup
- 🚀 Reliable functionality
- 👍 Consistent performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable in cold weather
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔒 Security/privacy concerns
- 🐛 Difficulty pairing devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after iOS updates
- Devices randomly going offline
- Unable to log in or change password
- Schedules/timers not working as expected
- Inability to add or control individual plugs

**Requested features**

- Siri/HomeKit integration
- Auto-shutoff timer option
- Improved app UI/UX
- Better cold weather performance
- More reliable connectivity


### Defender Guard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/defender-guard/id1471331497)

Monitor your home with high-definition video and intelligent AI detection. Receive instant alerts for people, pets, or vehicles, customize your settings, and manage your security system from anywhere. Enjoy peace of mind with cloud storage and remote access.

**Highlights:** Crystal-clear 4K video streaming, AI-powered person, pet, and vehicle detection, Instant motion alerts, Secure cloud event storage, Customizable motion zones, Remote system management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter*1cam*Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Starter 1cam*Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Starter*1cam*Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Starter*2cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Starter*2cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite*1cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite*1cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite*1cam*Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Starter*2cam*Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Starter*3cam*Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Starter*3cam*Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Elite*2cam*Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Elite*2cam*Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Starter*6cam*Monthly | $15.99 | per month |
| Elite*2cam*Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Elite*3cam*Monthly | $22.99 | per month |
| Elite*3cam*Monthly | $22.99 | per month |
| Elite*6cam*Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Starter*1cam*Yearly | $49.90 | per year |
| Starter*2cam*Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Elite*1cam*Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Elite*2cam*Yearly | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great camera quality
- 👍 Easy installation
- 🔒 Provides security
- 💡 Excellent value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Notifications not working properly
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Crashes and app instability
- 🐛 Overly sensitive motion detection
- 🐛 Inability to distinguish between humans and other motion

**Reported bugs**

- Notifications not showing live camera view
- Cameras going offline frequently
- App crashing when trying to set up detection zones
- Inability to view past recordings
- Inconsistent performance across different cameras

**Requested features**

- Ability to log in on multiple devices simultaneously
- Improved motion detection to distinguish between humans and other motion
- Faster and more intuitive app interface
- Option to override recordings when storage is full
- Integration with smart home platforms like HomeKit


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PRIME Wire free?

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

### Is Defender Guard free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PRIME Wire or Defender Guard?

PRIME Wire is rated higher. PRIME Wire averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Defender Guard averages 4.6 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do PRIME Wire or Defender Guard have ads?

Neither PRIME Wire nor Defender Guard shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PRIME Wire or Defender Guard?

PRIME Wire ships an update every 6 months, and Defender Guard every 3 months. Most recently, PRIME Wire was updated on September 23, 2026 and Defender Guard on September 22, 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.*