Comparison

VS GPS vs GrusHome

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

Head to head
About

VS GPS

Control a toy quadrocopter in real-time using Wi-Fi. Stream live video directly to your device. Compatible with a range of iOS devices.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi quadrocopter control
  • Real-time video transfer
  • iOS device compatibility
  • Toy drone operation
Features
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A toy quadrocopter control by wifi with video transfer real time. Support iOS 7 ,iOS 8, iOS 9,iOS 10,iPhone 5 ,iPhone 5c,iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s plus,iPhone 7, iPhone 7 plus.

About

GrusHome

Transform an old smartphone into a Wi-Fi connected security camera. Offers motion detection, two-way audio, and HD video streaming for home monitoring. Optional upgrades provide cloud storage and advanced features.

Highlights
  • Repurposes old phones as security cameras
  • Motion detection with alerts
  • Two-way audio communication
  • HD video streaming (1080p)
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Scheduled recording
  • Secure and private video streaming
Features
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GrusHome is a free app that can convert your Phone into a Wi-Fi connected security camera so that you could simply monitor your house without buying CCTV or IP cameras/systems. This app offers high-quality home monitoring video together with motion detection and alerts that you can use for anything you want to monitor in your home – or anywhere else. It also offers two-way audio, so you can talk to your loved ones. If you upgrade to GrusHome Pro, you will get unlimited cloud storage and advanced detection features. Add GrusHome security sensors to your house and you can build a complete security system. It’s cross-platform, so it doesn’t matter if your phone was not an iPhone. So, if you want to find a security camera for your elderly grandparents, or as a baby monitor, for confirming package delivery or monitoring your house… GrusHome is your best choice. ***KEY FEATURES*** -Easy Set up Simple download GrusHome to the phone and GrusHome Video streamer (GVS) to another phone attach a camera and bingo. No port forwarding, no router configuration. -Live Video Streaming Remote access to the streamer phone any time you want and Stream live video no matter wherever you are. -Motion Detection Motion activated security system can send you real-time app push alerts, SMS notifications. You can also get motion detection images or video clips to keep as evidence. -Two-way Audio Interact with family, pets, delivery man, or deter intruder even while you are away from home. -Camera Sharing Quickly share your camera with family and friends via a QR code or account. When you cancel sharing, the camera will automatically disappear from the list of your friend’s camera list. -HD Video GrusHome provides 1080 Full HD video which keeps images clear after zooming in and videos smooth. Let you see every detail. Scheduled Recording You can specify two intervals each day to automatically start/stop video recording; -Scene Mode Let you control your camera and its sensors in one click by configuring the On/Off state in Home and Away mode. -Cloud Storage Optional cloud recording and storage -back up footage in the cloud with paid plans. All data is stored securely in the Amazon cloud, you are able to easily access, monitor and manage your video from the different device, on demand. -Timeline Playback All videos are connected in series according to chronological order, activity detected by your camera is highlighted on your cloud recording timeline for quick reference. -Secure and Private All video streaming and storage are multi-encrypted in our servers. You can even set the lock pattern for the GrusHome App separately. ***HOW TO SET UP*** 1) Download the video capture app GrusHome Video Streamer(GVS) from App Store and install it onto your Phone. A unique QR code will be assigned to the device after the streamer is launched. 2) Download and install viewer app GrusHome onto another device which you want to use as a viewer. Sign up and log in. 3) Tap "+" in the top-right corner of GrusHome to scan the QR code generated by GrusHome streamer, you are all set to watch the live streaming! ***SUPPORTING*** Email: support@grushome.com Website: www.grushome.com

Screenshots

VS GPS3 screens
GrusHome4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GrusHome at 5.0 against VS GPS's 2.8. GrusHome also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 11.0). VS GPS's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (23 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. GrusHome sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. VS GPS asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GrusHome holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VS GPS has 23 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VS GPS ships an update every 2 weeks, GrusHome every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and June 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
VS GPS versus GrusHome: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVS GPSGrusHome
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (23 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings23 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShanTou City Vison Electronictechnology Co., Ltd.Najing Hemeng Information Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

VS GPS

All ratings23 ratings
Positive39.1%
Neutral8.7%
Negative52.2%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral14.3%
Negative71.4%

GrusHome

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

VS GPS

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

GrusHome

One-time10
  • First Month Trial$0.99
  • Standard Plan 1 Month$3.99
  • 50 SMS Alerts$3.99
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  • Standard Plan 3 Months$8.99
  • 150 SMS Alerts$9.99
  • 300 SMS Alerts$18.99
  • Standard Plan 12 Months$27.99
  • 500 SMS Alerts$28.99
  • 7 Days Event Recording$71.99
  • 7 Days Continuous Recording 1Y$107.99

Questions

Is VS GPS free?
VS GPS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GrusHome free?
GrusHome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VS GPS or GrusHome?
GrusHome is rated higher. VS GPS averages 2.8 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while GrusHome averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do VS GPS or GrusHome have ads?
Neither VS GPS nor GrusHome shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VS GPS or GrusHome?
VS GPS ships an update every 2 weeks, and GrusHome every 10 days. Most recently, VS GPS was updated on June 1, 2026 and GrusHome on June 24, 2026.

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