Comparison

AC18 vs Home Security Camera App

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

Head to head
About

AC18

Access network cameras using P2P technology. Configure wireless/wired cameras, view live video, recordings, and engage in two-way audio. Receive and manage alarm information remotely.

Highlights
  • P2P network camera access
  • Remote live video viewing
  • SD card and cloud recording playback
  • Real-time two-way audio
  • Alarm information management
  • Network camera configuration
Features
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AC18是一款采用P2P技术访问网络摄像机的APP,配合网络摄像机硬件使用,用户使用这个APP可以对安佳威视出品的无线/有线摄像机进行网络配置,以及在局域网或者通过互联网远程观看摄像机的实时视频、SD卡录像、云端录像、实时对讲通话、接收/处理报警信息等。

About

Home Security Camera App

Monitor your home security cameras and scan for nearby Bluetooth devices. Get real-time HD video playback and detailed information about connected devices on your local network. Includes privacy guidance and support.

Highlights
  • Real-time HD video playback
  • Connect to various camera brands
  • Scan for nearby Bluetooth devices
  • Check Bluetooth signal strength
  • Device information lookup
  • Privacy protection guidance
Features
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Home Security Camera App provides a robust and user-friendly platform for monitoring, connecting, and managing your home security cameras, ensuring your home is always safe and secure. The camera connection feature intelligently scans and connects to local network cameras, enabling real-time playback of high-definition video. By connecting to trusted camera devices, you can monitor areas of concern in real-time, ensuring the safety of your living or working space. Currently supports a variety of camera brands, including Blink, Arlo, Wyze, Lorex, Eufy, Nest, Ring, etc. The Bluetooth device scanning feature allows you to search for nearby Bluetooth devices and check their signal strength and approximate distance on the details page. Use this app to find nearby Bluetooth headphones, Bluetooth mice and keyboards, and any device emitting a Bluetooth signal. We offer information and guidance on privacy protection, helping you understand how to safeguard your privacy in the digital age. Our app works by scanning the connected devices on your local network, obtaining their unique MAC addresses, and comparing them with a cloud-based database to provide details such as device names, types, and manufacturers. If you encounter any issues or have questions during usage, check the "Help" section. If the problem persists, feel free to contact us via the "Settings" - "Contact Us" option within the app. Our team is dedicated to providing assistance and support. – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – 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. Privacy: https://www.ultraspeedapp.com/pp/detection Terms: https://www.ultraspeedapp.com/tou/detection

Screenshots

AC184 screens
Home Security Camera App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Home Security Camera App at 4.4 against AC18's 1.8. Home Security Camera App also leads on ratings volume (4.7K vs 19) and review sentiment (27% vs 7%). AC18's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). 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. Home Security Camera App sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. AC18 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Home Security Camera App holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Home Security Camera App has 4.7K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 7% of AC18's written reviews are positive against 27% of Home Security Camera App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AC18 ships an update every 3 weeks, Home Security Camera App every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
AC18 versus Home Security Camera App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAC18Home Security Camera App
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (19 ratings)4.4 (4.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews7.1% of reviews26.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings194.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Anjoy Vision Information Technology Co., Ltd.SpeedBoot Inc.

Customer experience

AC18

All ratings19 ratings
Positive15.8%
Neutral10.5%
Negative73.7%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive7.1%
Neutral7.1%
Negative85.7%

Home Security Camera App

All ratings4,724 ratings
Positive83.7%
Neutral4.1%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews547 reviews
Positive26.5%
Neutral1.8%
Negative71.7%

Bugs and requests

AC18

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Home Security Camera App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes during scans
  • Inconsistent detection of cameras
  • Subscription issues and inability to cancel

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to view camera details without subscription
  • Clearer communication about subscription requirements
  • Refund options for unsatisfied users

In-app purchases

None

AC18

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Home Security Camera App

Subscriptions9
  • Subscription time - week$5.997 Days
  • Subscription time-month$9.991 Month
  • VIP member$9.997 Days
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  • VIP Member$19.991 Year
  • Subscription time-quarterly$26.993 Months
  • VIP Member$29.991 Year
  • VIP member$39.991 Year
  • VIP Member3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Subscription time-year$49.991 Year

Questions

Is AC18 free?
AC18 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Home Security Camera App free?
Home Security Camera App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AC18 or Home Security Camera App?
Home Security Camera App is rated higher. AC18 averages 1.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Home Security Camera App averages 4.4 from 4.7K ratings.
Do AC18 or Home Security Camera App have ads?
Neither AC18 nor Home Security Camera App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AC18 or Home Security Camera App?
AC18 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Home Security Camera App every 4 weeks. Most recently, AC18 was updated on October 13, 2026 and Home Security Camera App on October 19, 2026.

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