# Kangaroo vs Anker eufy

Kangaroo and Anker eufy both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 35% of Kangaroo's written reviews are positive against 16% of Anker eufy's. Kangaroo also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). Anker eufy's advantage is ratings volume (71K vs 7.4K) and chart position (#27 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kangaroo sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Anker eufy sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Kangaroo against 4.6 for Anker eufy. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Anker eufy has 71K ratings behind it against 7.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Kangaroo's written reviews are positive against 16% of Anker eufy's.

Kangaroo ships an update weekly, Anker eufy fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kangaroo | Anker eufy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kangaroo-simple-home-security/id1388241447/reviews) | [4.6 (71K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anker-eufy/id1424956516/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7.4K | **71K** |
| Positive reviews | **34.8% of reviews** | 16.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#27** |
| Size | 158 MB | 832 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ROO INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1359081310) | [Power Mobile Life LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1096079944) |

## What reviewers say

### Kangaroo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kangaroo-simple-home-security/id1388241447)

Monitor and manage your home security system remotely. Set up devices easily and receive alerts on your phone. Opt for free self-monitoring or upgrade to plans with professional monitoring and reimbursement for theft or damage.

**Highlights:** Remote monitoring, Arm/disarm controls, Customizable alerts, Step-by-step setup, Self-monitoring option, Optional protection plans, Theft and damage reimbursement

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kangaroo Complete Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Kangaroo Complete Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Porch Protection Annual | $23.99 | per year |
| Porch Protection Annual 300 | $23.99 | per year |
| Porch Protection Annual | $23.99 | per year |
| Camera Protect Annual 250 | $23.99 | per year |
| Kangaroo Complete Yearly | $98.99 | per year |
| Complete Protect Annual 1000 | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🔒 Affordable security system
- 🚀 Reliable performance
- 👍 Great value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery life problems
- 📷 Poor camera quality
- 🔔 Quiet siren
- 🐛 Buggy app and features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Devices randomly disconnect from WiFi
- Arm/disarm feature not working consistently
- Notifications not working as expected
- Camera not capturing clear images

**Requested features**

- Add live video streaming
- Improve motion detection sensitivity
- Provide more customization options
- Integrate with Google Home/Assistant
- Offer monthly subscription option


### Anker eufy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anker-eufy/id1424956516)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #36 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Consolidate control of all your smart home devices, including security cameras, robot vacuums, baby monitors, and pet feeders, into a single, intuitive platform. Manage your home's security, cleanliness, and the well-being of your family and pets with ease.

**Highlights:** Unified smart home device control, Home security monitoring, Smart cleaning device management, Baby monitoring and control, Pet supply management, Health data synchronization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cloud Storage Basic(1 device) | $3.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Basic(1 device) | $3.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Basic (1 device) | $3.99 | per month |
| Protection Plan Basic(1 home) | $4.99 | per month |
| Cloud Storage Basic(2 devices) | $7.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Basic(2 devices) | $7.99 | per month |
| Protection Plan Plus(1 home) | $9.99 | per month |
| Cloud Storage Plus(10 devices) | $13.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Plus(10 devices) | $13.99 | per month |
| Cloud Storage Basic(1 device) | $39.99 | per year |
| Cloud Backup Basic(1 device) | $39.99 | per year |
| Cloud Storage Basic(2 devices) | $59.99 | per year |
| Protection Plan Plus(1 home) | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to install and set up
- 🔒 Secure local storage, no cloud subscription
- 👍 Clear and responsive app interface
- 💡 Useful features like two-way audio and motion detection
- 🚀 Quick live video streaming and notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable motion detection and false alerts
- 🔋 Inconsistent battery life, shorter than claimed
- 🐛 Buggy app with freezing, crashing, and syncing issues
- 🔒 Concerns over recent data sharing revelations
- 💡 Lacking advanced features like scheduling and multi-camera management

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras randomly going offline with no warning
- Playback timeline and event markers not working as expected
- Notifications not reliably triggering for important events
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS and Android versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to set schedules for cameras and security modes
- Option to disable persistent in-app ads and promotions
- Improved geofencing functionality and reliability
- Bulk video download and management tools


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kangaroo free?

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

### Is Anker eufy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Kangaroo or Anker eufy?

Kangaroo and Anker eufy are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7.4K and 71K ratings respectively.

### Do Kangaroo or Anker eufy have ads?

Neither Kangaroo nor Anker eufy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Kangaroo or Anker eufy?

Kangaroo ships an update weekly, and Anker eufy fortnightly. Most recently, Kangaroo was updated on September 23, 2026 and Anker eufy on September 27, 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.*