# Cocoon HD vs GENBOLT CAM

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cocoon HD at none against GENBOLT CAM's 18. Cocoon HD also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). GENBOLT CAM's advantage is review sentiment (41% vs 13%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GENBOLT CAM sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Cocoon HD asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cocoon HD ships an update monthly, GENBOLT CAM every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cocoon HD | GENBOLT CAM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.6 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genbolt-cam/id1443296340/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **9** |
| Positive reviews | 12.8% of reviews | **40.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 95 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Balco Brands PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1142834261) | [GENBOLT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1443296339) |

## What reviewers say

### Cocoon HD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cocoon-hd/id1413591503)

Access live video streams from your security cameras directly on your mobile device. Monitor multiple cameras simultaneously, review recorded footage, and save important clips to your phone or tablet.

**Highlights:** Live camera streaming, Multi-camera view, Playback recorded footage, Save footage to device, Smartphone and tablet compatible

**In-app purchases:** none


### GENBOLT CAM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genbolt-cam/id1443296340)

Access and manage your security cameras remotely. View live feeds, review recorded footage, and receive instant alerts for motion detection. Control PTZ cameras with ease.

**Highlights:** Real-time live view, Playback and record videos, Motion detection alerts, PTZ camera control

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(005) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(002) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(003) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(004) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(007) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(006) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(016) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(014) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(013) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(010) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(009) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub  7-day vid / 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| 30-day video / one month | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30-day video / one quartal | $29.99 | one-time |
| 30-day video / half year | $59.99 | one-time |
| 30-day video / one year | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cocoon HD free?

Cocoon HD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GENBOLT CAM free?

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

### Do Cocoon HD or GENBOLT CAM have ads?

Neither Cocoon HD nor GENBOLT CAM shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cocoon HD or GENBOLT CAM?

Cocoon HD ships an update monthly, and GENBOLT CAM every 5 weeks. Most recently, Cocoon HD was updated on October 22, 2026 and GENBOLT CAM on October 29, 2026.

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