# WTW vs Akiba Guard

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Akiba Guard at 63% against WTW's 4%. Akiba Guard also leads on ads (none vs shown). WTW's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WTW sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Akiba Guard sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WTW ships an update every 2 months, Akiba Guard monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WTW | Akiba Guard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 3.8% of reviews | **62.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 568 MB | 470 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wireless Tsukamoto CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1381299984) | [EMS SHOJI LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855723232) |

## What reviewers say

### WTW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wtw-eagle/id1365998037)

This mobile app provides 24-hour remote video surveillance. It offers a stylish interface with multiple preview options, real-time video streaming, and control features like PTZ control, video capture, and saving.

**Highlights:** 24-hour remote video monitoring, Real-time video preview, PTZ control, QR code scanning, Video capture, Video saving

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7日間 モーション録画\|月額プラン | $3.99 | one-time |
| 7日間 連続錄画\|月額プラン | $5.99 | one-time |
| 14日間 連続錄画\|月額プラン | $9.99 | one-time |
| 14日間 モーション録画\|月額プラン | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30日間 モーション録画\|月額プラン | $12.99 | one-time |
| 7日間 モーション録画\|年間プラン | $39.99 | one-time |
| 7Days\|Event Recording\|360days | $49.99 | one-time |
| 7日間 連続錄画\|年間プラン | $59.99 | one-time |
| 14日間 モーション録画\|年間プラン | $99.99 | one-time |
| 30日間 モーション録画\|年間プラン | $129.99 | one-time |


### Akiba Guard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/akiba-guard/id6755703872)

This app acts as a security guard for your home or business, automatically detecting motion and people. Receive instant notifications on your smartphone and view live camera feeds remotely. It's designed for easy setup and continuous monitoring of your valuables and spaces.

**Highlights:** Instant motion and person detection, Automatic recording of suspicious activity, Real-time live streaming, Remote monitoring via smartphone, Easy one-touch recording setup, Customizable monitoring areas

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Alerts \| Entry \| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Alerts \| Entry \| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| AI Alerts \| Entry \| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| 1-Month | $6.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts \| Entry \| 1-Month | $6.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts \| Entry \| 1-Year | $59.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| 1-Year | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WTW free?

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

### Is Akiba Guard free?

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

### Do WTW or Akiba Guard have ads?

WTW shows ads; Akiba Guard does not.

### Which is updated more often, WTW or Akiba Guard?

WTW ships an update every 2 months, and Akiba Guard monthly. Most recently, WTW was updated on November 6, 2026 and Akiba Guard on November 9, 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.*