Streamie vs Aaron
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Streamie
This app provides a scalable solution for streaming and managing IP cameras, supporting high-quality video feeds for security, AI development, or personal monitoring. It offers features like video walls, remote management, and customizable notifications.
- High-quality IP camera streaming
- Video wall support (60+ cameras)
- Remote management and multi-site support
- ONVIF/RTSP compatibility
- Customizable event notifications
- White-labeling options
- Web API for automation
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IP Camera Streaming: Streamie is the low-latency, high-quality, highly scalable, and remotely manageable solution for all of your video security needs. - Do you need 60+ IP camera streaming on an Apple TV? Streamie can do that. - Are you developing an AI-powered video analysis product? Streamie can be the backbone of the video pipeline. - Are you a camera installer looking to extend your brand to the App Store and increase your recurring revenue? Streamie can be white-labeled and customized perfectly to your brand. - Are you just wanting to watch your baby sleep via IP camera while you’re stuck in the office? Yeah, Streamie can do that too. Streamie powers complex video systems, enables innovative products and protects homes, businesses and schools, every minute of every day. Streamie is not your ordinary CCTV IP camera streaming platform. - Video walls (60+ IP cameras streaming on an Apple TV). - Built-in remote management and multi-site support. - Compatible with industry standard IP cameras - Zero-configuration remote streaming. - Scalable CCTV 24/7 NAS, cloud recording - User-customizable event notifications. - 3rd party service integration with a Web API. - Permission Groups for locking down devices. - Access Controls for multi-factor authentication. - User-customizable on-screen content. - Web API for automating Streamie. - And so much more. Try Streamie today! Seamlessly integrate with: - ONVIF / RTSP IP cameras - Network Video Recorders (NVRs) - Rhombus IP Cameras (Secure Raw Streams) - Google Nest - Ubiquiti UniFi Protect - Apple HomeKit - Device built-in cameras - Attached USB cameras Streamie supports Modules for extended content such as Weather, Clock, Messages, Slideshow and more. Streamie works with H.264 (AVC) and H.265 (HEVC) video codecs and AAC, PCM (ulaw, alaw), and AC3 audio. Streamie supports Hubitat event notification via the Streamie SmartApp which allows your Apple TV to audibly alert you when Hubitat events occur, like doors opening, lights turning on, motion detection, etc. Streamie has been tested with cameras from Logitech (Logi Circle 2), Dahua, Amcrest, Hikvision, Foscam, Wyze, Ubiquiti and others. • Title of publication or service: Unlimited Cameras (Monthly) • Length of subscription: 1 month • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Please refer to our Terms of Use (symphonicsys.com/tos) and Privacy Policy (symphonicsys.com/privacy).
Aaron
Transform two devices into a reliable home security system. Monitor your home remotely with features like motion detection, two-way video, and HD quality streaming. Supports a wide range of cameras and offers unlimited device pairing.
- Multi-device monitoring
- Two-way video
- HD video quality
- Motion detection
- HomeKit & Onvif camera support
- Unlimited reach (Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, LTE, 5G)
- MAC app support
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A RELIABLE SECURITY CAMERA IN YOUR POCKET Connect 2 phones & keep your home safe with the Aaron Home Security app. ALL FEATURES: The application offers a lot of features that each of you will definitely use. You can read more about the individual functions in the following paragraphs. • Unlimited reach (Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, LTE, 5G) • Multi device monitoring • 2 – Way video • HD video quality • Supports HomeKit cameras • Supports Onvif cameras • Supports MAC APP • Motion detection • Zoom • Screenshots A SECURITY CAMERA IN YOUR POCKET To create a custom surveillance system in your home, all you need is at least 2 devices (phone or tablet) with the Aaron Home Security app. Connect them and transform them into the perfect IP camera. UNLIMITED REACH The app switches seamlessly between WiFi, 3G, 4G, and LTE based on where you are. Keep monitoring whether you are next door or on the other side of the planet. MULTI DEVICE MONITORING Aaron Home Security supports an unlimited number of devices. So you can pair as many devices as you want. 2-WAY VIDEO In the full screen application you will see your household and at the same time in a small square yourself. HD VIDEO You can see your house perfectly anywhere, anytime thanks to the full-screen video. Aaron Home Security uses the most modern technology to ensure crystal clear live stream video monitoring. SUPPORTS HOMEKIT CAMERAS Thanks to the HomeKit platform, you can control your house without any complications. That's why we've added the ability to connect HomeKit cameras to our app. This will allow you to monitor your home quickly and easily. SUPPORTS ONVIF CAMERAS Thanks to the ONVIF support that our application has, you can not only easily control appliances, locks and lights in your home. But also monitor your house through Home Security. SUPPORTS MAC APP You can download the application in MAC. You pair with a mobile device and everything will work for you without any problems. This allows you to work on your computer while watching your home. MOTION DETECTION Any change in your home will be recorded using smart security, such as motion detection. ZOOM Zoom in on the video and capture unusual action when needed. SCREENSHOTS The application also allows you to capture an image of the current appearance of your display.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Aaron at free with in-app purchases against Streamie's subscription. Streamie's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 46%) and ratings volume (135 vs 45). On price, rating, update cadence 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. Streamie sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Aaron sells 2 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 — 4.5 for Streamie against 4.4 for Aaron. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 135 and 45 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Streamie's written reviews are positive against 46% of Aaron's.
Streamie ships an update every 3 weeks, Aaron monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Streamie | Aaron |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (135 ratings) — better | 4.4 (45 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 67.4% of reviews — better | 46.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 135 — better | 45 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 583 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Symphonic Systems, Inc. | Master Home Security s.r.o. |
Customer experience
Streamie
Aaron
Bugs and requests
Streamie
Reported bugs
12 issues- Link in app errors out
- App crashes frequently after updates
- Only left 2 cameras streaming when returning from another app
- App fails to connect on iPad, shuts down, and retries in an infinite loop
- Crashes all the time after the last update
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- PIP mode crashes after 15-20 minutes
- Upgrade is crap, instructions unclear
- Lost setup and paid functionality after update
- Connection crashes constantly saying 'we are stalled'
- Cannot restore in-app purchase
- No audio on HomeKit cameras
- iPad app less functional than Apple TV app (cannot see more than one camera, no digital zoom, no motion detection settings)
Requested features
11 requests- Add Italian language support
- Ability to configure on one device and recall configuration on another without manual setup
- Dark mode option
- Improved UI/UX, especially for iPad
- Add digital zoom and image movement
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- Add motion detection settings
- Fix audio issues with HomeKit cameras
- Add Russian language support
- Provide instructions for ONVIF camera connection
- Improve UI overlay text size and exit stream intuitiveness
- Allow editing camera names after creation or during setup
Aaron
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Streamie
- Record for 7 Days (Monthly)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Streamie Pro + 1GB (1m)1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- 10 Devices, 1 Month1 Month trial$4.991 Month
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- LEGACY - Streamie for 1 Month1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- LEGACY - 4 Cameras, 1 Month$4.991 Month
- 9 Cameras, 1 Month1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- 16 Cameras, 1 Month1 Month trial$14.991 Month
- 4 Cameras, 1 Month$24.991 Month
- 10 Devices, 1 Year1 Month trial$49.991 Year
- LEGACY - Streamie for 1 Year1 Month trial$49.991 Year
- LEGACY - 4 Cameras, 1 Year$49.991 Year
- LEGACY - Unlimited Cameras$99.991 Month
- LEGACY - 9 Cameras, 1 Year1 Month trial$99.991 Year
Aaron
- 1 MONTH of Premium Account$3.991 Month
- 1 YEAR of Premium Account$30.991 Year
Questions
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