# Camera Controller Lite vs iSmart DV2

The clearest difference is rating: iSmart DV2 at 4.3 against Camera Controller Lite's 2.5. iSmart DV2 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ratings volume (750 vs 4). Camera Controller Lite's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Camera Controller Lite sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. iSmart DV2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

iSmart DV2 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iSmart DV2 has 750 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Camera Controller Lite's written reviews are positive against 24% of iSmart DV2's.

Camera Controller Lite ships an update fortnightly, iSmart DV2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera Controller Lite | iSmart DV2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-controller-lite/id1364590180/reviews) | **[4.3 (750 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismart-dv2/id1534659856/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **750** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **24.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 66 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Harald Meyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/389514018) | [iCatch Technology Inc.,](https://appshunter.io/developer/785138891) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera Controller Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-controller-lite/id1364590180)

Control action cameras like GoPro, Xiaomi Yi, and Ricoh Theta remotely. Download media, execute custom scripts for time-lapses or HDR, and manage multiple cameras with live previews. No cloud uploads or account registration required.

**Highlights:** Supports GoPro, Xiaomi Yi, Ricoh Theta cameras, Direct Wi-Fi connection, Media browser for downloads, Customizable script executor, Multi-camera management, Live preview, Port scanner

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GoPro Hero 3 W/S/B | $1.99 | one-time |
| Xiaomi Yi | $1.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Hero 4 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Hero 4 Session | $2.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Hero+ | $2.99 | one-time |
| GoPro HERO (2018) | $2.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Hero 7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Hero 5 Session | $3.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Hero 5 | $3.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Hero 6 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ricoh Theta V | $4.99 | one-time |
| GoPro Fusion | $5.99 | one-time |


### iSmart DV2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismart-dv2/id1534659856)

Control your iCatch Single Board Camera remotely. Stream live video, capture photos and videos, and manage camera settings. Download and share your media easily.

**Highlights:** Live streaming preview, Trigger photo and video capture, Burst shot and delay capture, Adjust video quality and image size, Manage camera settings (white balance, SSID), Format SD card and manage files, Playback and download media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Good camera quality
- 💡 Useful features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 Camera turns off unexpectedly
- 🐛 Unable to read SD card
- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Camera disconnects from app
- Unable to download media files
- Compatibility issues with certain devices

**Requested features**

- Improve WiFi connectivity
- Add more camera settings and controls
- Allow direct photo/video transfer to mobile device
- Enhance user interface and navigation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Camera Controller Lite free?

Camera Controller Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is iSmart DV2 free?

iSmart DV2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Camera Controller Lite or iSmart DV2?

iSmart DV2 is rated higher. Camera Controller Lite averages 2.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while iSmart DV2 averages 4.3 from 750 ratings.

### Do Camera Controller Lite or iSmart DV2 have ads?

Neither Camera Controller Lite nor iSmart DV2 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Camera Controller Lite or iSmart DV2?

Camera Controller Lite ships an update fortnightly, and iSmart DV2 monthly. Most recently, Camera Controller Lite was updated on September 3, 2026 and iSmart DV2 on September 27, 2026.

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