# Ubox vs Ucon

The clearest difference is monetization model: Ubox at free with in-app purchases against Ucon's subscription. Ubox also leads on chart position (#77 vs unranked) and ratings volume (28K vs 3.1K). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ubox sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Ucon sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 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 — 4.8 for Ubox against 4.7 for Ucon. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ubox has 28K ratings behind it against 3.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Ubox's written reviews are positive against 83% of Ucon's.

Ubox ships an update monthly, Ucon every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ubox | Ucon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ubox/id1436112326/reviews)** | [4.7 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ucon/id1513302809/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **28K** | 3.1K |
| Positive reviews | **87.2% of reviews** | 82.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#77** | — |
| Size | 92 MB | 280 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HONGBO WANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/6805831191) | [维巍 方](https://appshunter.io/developer/1360316862) |

## What reviewers say

### Ubox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ubox/id1436112326)

**Currently charting:** #77 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

This app allows you to connect and manage intelligent video devices, offering features like power saving, remote wake-up, and various recording options. It supports live viewing, two-way audio, and smart notifications with AI face recognition, compatible with a range of camera types.

**Highlights:** User registration and device binding, Power-saving mode and remote wakeup, TF and cloud recording, AI face recognition notifications, Live view H.264 720P/1080P, Dual way audio, Support for various camera types

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7-day recurring cloud storage | $3.99 | per month |
| 30-day recurring cloud storage | $5.99 | per month |
| 2 x 30 days cloud recording | $6.99 | per month |
| 3 x 30 days cloud recording | $10.99 | per month |
| 2 x 180 days cloud recording | $10.99 | per month |
| 3 x 30 days cloud recording | $16.99 | per month |
| 4 x 30 days cloud recording | $22.99 | per month |
| 7-day recurring cloud storage | $39.99 | per year |
| 30-day recurring cloud storage | $59.99 | per year |
| Cloud storage 30 days | $3.49 | one-time |
| 30-day event trigger video | $5.49 | one-time |
| Cloud storage 180 days | $10.99 | one-time |
| 180-day event trigger video | $21.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 📽️ Good video quality
- 🔋 Long battery life
- 🌞 Reliable solar charging
- 👍 Straightforward setup

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔍 Limited motion detection customization
- 🔄 Frequent app crashes
- 🤖 Unresponsive customer support
- 💸 Expensive cloud storage plans

**Reported bugs**

- Camera disconnects randomly
- App freezes during live view
- Recorded videos not saving properly
- Incorrect battery level reporting

**Requested features**

- Scheduled recording and notifications
- Customizable motion detection zones
- Local video storage option
- PC/web-based app support
- Improved two-way audio quality


### Ucon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ucon/id1513302809)

This cellular trail camera uses a 4G LTE module to detect motion, capture photos or videos, and send them to your smartphone. It offers cloud storage, live streaming, and remote control capabilities for convenient monitoring.

**Highlights:** 4G LTE connectivity, Motion detection (PIR sensor), Photo and video capture, Cloud storage for media, Live streaming and remote control, Night vision up to 80 feet

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

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 x 30 days cloud recording | $3.49 | per month |
| AI Cloud Service Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 x 30 days cloud recording | $5.49 | per month |
| 2 x 30 days cloud recording | $6.49 | per month |
| 3 x 30 days cloud recording | $9.99 | per month |
| 2 x 30 days cloud recording | $10.49 | per month |
| 4 x 30 days cloud recording | $13.49 | per month |
| 1 x 180 days cloud recording | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| 2 x 180 days cloud recording | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 x 360 days cloud recording | $34.99 | per year |
| 1 x 360 days cloud recording | $38.99 | per year |
| 2 x 360 days cloud recording | $68.99 | per year |
| Cloud storage 30 days | $3.49 | one-time |
| 30-day event trigger video | $5.49 | one-time |
| Cloud storage 180 days | $10.99 | one-time |
| 180-day event trigger video | $21.99 | one-time |
| AI Bird Recognition 180 days | $21.99 | one-time |
| AI Bird Recognition 180 days | $29.99 | one-time |
| 360-day event trigger video | $39.99 | one-time |
| AI Bird Recognition 360 days | $39.99 | one-time |
| AI Bird Recognition 360 days | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Sturdy and stable camera
- 🚀 Easy setup and installation
- 🔋 Solar panel keeps camera charged
- 📽️ Great picture and video quality
- 🗣️ Ability to communicate with visitors

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app crashes
- 💰 Expensive monthly subscription fees
- 🔍 Limited customization and control options
- 🕰️ Slow video/image download times
- 🔇 Unreliable motion detection and notifications

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent 4G connectivity
- App freezing and crashing
- Unreliable motion detection triggers
- Inability to add friends or share access

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete individual videos/photos
- Integration with smart home platforms
- More affordable subscription plans
- Improved camera positioning and panning
- Multilingual app support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ubox free?

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

### Is Ucon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Ubox or Ucon?

Ubox is rated higher. Ubox averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while Ucon averages 4.7 from 3.1K ratings.

### Do Ubox or Ucon have ads?

Neither Ubox nor Ucon shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Ubox or Ucon?

Ubox ships an update monthly, and Ucon every 3 weeks. Most recently, Ubox was updated on September 24, 2026 and Ucon on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*