AC18 vs Symynelec
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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。
Symynelec
Easily create a secure home environment with this smart security application. It offers remote monitoring, multi-device control, and simple device sharing for the whole family. Enjoy round-the-clock after-sales support for peace of mind.
- Easy installation
- Round-the-clock support
- Remote home status checks
- Control multiple smart devices
- One-click device sharing
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Symynelec makes home monitoring simple, reliable, and convenient. 1. Set up your camera easily and access customer support whenever you need help. 2. View live video and check your home anytime, anywhere. 3. Add multiple cameras and manage them all within one app. 4. Share device access with family members to protect what matters together.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Symynelec at 70% against AC18's 7%. Symynelec also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.8) and ratings volume (5.2K vs 19). AC18's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Symynelec holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Symynelec has 5.2K 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 70% of Symynelec's.
AC18 ships an update every 3 weeks, Symynelec monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AC18 | Symynelec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (19 ratings) | 4.8 (5.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 7.1% of reviews | 70.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 19 | 5.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 244 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Anjoy Vision Information Technology Co., Ltd. | Huizhou Ximingbo Technology Co., LTD |
Customer experience
AC18
Symynelec
Bugs and requests
AC18
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Symynelec
Reported bugs
3 issues- Cameras getting stuck in one position
- Frequent resets and connectivity issues
- Incompatibility with certain devices and OS versions
Requested features
4 requests- Faster video playback and scrubbing
- Customizable notification sounds
- Ability to delete multiple motion alerts at once
- Integration with Alexa and other smart home platforms
In-app purchases
AC18
No in-app purchases
Symynelec
No in-app purchases
