Aspect Viewer vs HomePulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Aspect Viewer
This app allows users to view live and recorded footage from Aspect CCTV systems remotely. It supports HD video streaming, two-way audio communication, and push notifications for alarms and motion detection. Users can also record video and save pictures directly to their smartphones.
- Live CCTV footage viewing
- Playback recorded footage
- Search recorded alarms
- Push notifications for alarms
- Record video and save pictures
- Two-way audio communication
- Cloud P2P connection
Read full descriptionHide full description
Aspect Viewer has been designed to display live and playback footage from Aspect CCTV systems. Through the utilisation of a variety of connection methods, it is easy for users to make contact with any Aspect Viewer compatible system. A simple tap of the finger will allow users to check in on their system. Also featuring live streamed HD video and 2-way audio, Aspect Viewer allows users to stay in touch with their premises irrespective of their location. Functions of the app include: • Observance of live Aspect CCTV footage • View playback footage • Search recorded alarms by alarm type • Receive and manage push notifications from alarm inputs, motion detection to Aspect Intelligent video analytics • Record video and save pictures from Aspect Viewer to a user's smartphone • Supports cloud P2P connection, allowing users to view footage almost instantly across the globe • Account creation for fast access to Aspect CCTV systems • Audio listening and audio broadcasting feature allows users to remotely communicate with their Aspect CCTV system
HomePulse
Monitor and manage your smart home devices with this diagnostic tool. It provides real-time insights into device performance, tracks changes, and helps troubleshoot issues before they become problems. Features include a home health score, battery monitoring, and offline Matter code storage.
- Home Health Score
- Live Event Tracking
- Battery Monitoring
- Matter Vault (offline QR code storage)
- Device Connectivity & Performance Checks
- Party Mode for lights
Read full descriptionHide full description
Take control of your smart home with HomePulse, the essential diagnostic tool for HomeKit and Matter devices. Get real-time insights into your home's health, track device performance, and troubleshoot issues before they impact your daily life. HomePulse - Key Features: Home Health Score: Get an instant overview of your smart home’s performance. Live Event Tracking: See device state changes in real time with history. Battery Monitoring: Monitor battery levels and charging across all devices. Matter Vault: Securely store and scan Matter QR codes offline. Device Health: Check device connectivity and performance. Party Mode: Make lights dance to your music in real time. Please refer to the standard Apple End User Licensing Agreement - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ We also follow the standard Apple Privacy Policy - https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Aspect Viewer at none against HomePulse's 2. Aspect Viewer also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.6). HomePulse's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. HomePulse sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Aspect Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Aspect Viewer against 5.0 for HomePulse. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.
Aspect Viewer ships an update every 8 months, HomePulse every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Aspect Viewer | HomePulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 8.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Videcon | George Wood |
Customer experience
Aspect Viewer
HomePulse
In-app purchases
Aspect Viewer
No in-app purchases
HomePulse
- HomePulse - 1 Month Subscription1 Month trial2 variants$1.991 Month
