Ubox vs Birdnee
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ubox
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.
- 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
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A new client for power saving intelligent video device Main Features: - Support user register and binding device to user account - Support power-saving mode and remote wakeup - Support TF recording and cloud recording video - Support notification with a snapshot - Support notification with AI face recogization - Live view H.264 720P/1080P up to 30FPS - Dual way audio - Remote Parameter setting - Remote query alert and playback - Support WiFi doorbell - Support WiFi battery camera - Support 4G wireless battery camera - Support Solar WiFi/4G wireless camera - Support Panoramic camera 【30-day recurring cloud storage with annual subscription】 1. Subscription cycle: one year 2. Subscription price: US$214.99 per year for 6 devices, US$179.99 per year for 5 devices, US$144.99 per year for 4 devices, US$109.99 per year for 3 devices, US$74.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$39.99 per year for 1 device 【30-day recurring cloud storage half-year subscription instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 6 Months 2. Subscription price: US$119.99 per year for 6 devices, US$102.99 per year for 5 devices, US$82.99 per year for 4 devices, US$62.99 per year for 3 devices, US$40.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$20.99 per year for 1 device 【30-day recurring cloud storage monthly subscription instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 1 Months 2. Subscription price: US$19.99 per year for 6 devices, US$17.99 per year for 5 devices, US$14.49 per year for 4 devices, US$10.49 per year for 3 devices, US$6.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$3.99 per year for 1 device 【7-day recurring cloud storage per year subscription instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: one year 2. Subscription price: US$119.99 per year for 6 devices, US$99.99 per year for 5 devices, US$79.99 per year for 4 devices, US$59.99 per year for 3 devices, US$39.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$20.49 per year for 1 device 【7-Day Recurring Cloud Storage Half-Year Subscription Instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 6 Months 2. Subscription price: US$59.99 per year for 6 devices, US$49.99 per year for 5 devices, US$40.99 per year for 4 devices, US$29.99 per year for 3 devices, US$19.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$10.49 per year for 1 device 【7-Day Recurring Cloud Storage Monthly Subscription Instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 1 Months 2. Subscription price: US$10.99 per year for 6 devices, US$8.99 per year for 5 devices, US$6.99 per year for 4 devices, US$4.99 per year for 3 devices, US$3.49 per year for 2 devices, and US$1.99 per year for 1 device 【Renew and unsubscribe】 Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and makes the payment, it will be credited to the iTunes account Unsubscribe: To unsubscribe, manually open the iPhone Settings -->enter the iTunes Store and App Store -->click Apple ID, select View Apple ID, enter the Account Settings page, click Subscribe, and select unsubscribe. Renewal: 24 hours before the expiration of Apple's subscription period, deduct the service charge for the next subscription period from your iTunes account and extend the validity of the member corresponding to the subscription period. If the deduction fails due to insufficient balance in the iTunes account, the app has the right to suspend/terminate your cloud video service. User Agreement: http://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ubox/term-of-service.html Privacy Policy: http://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ubox/privacy-policy.html Cloud Service Agreement: https://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ubox/cloudservice.html Cloud service auto-renewal agreement: https://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ubox/cloudservice-renew.html
Birdnee
Connect to a smart bird feeder camera to observe and identify backyard birds in real-time. Receive instant notifications with photos and videos of visiting birds, and access educational insights. Enjoy all-weather, day-and-night HD observation and easily manage and share your captured moments.
- AI bird identification for over 10,000 species
- Instant notifications with HD photos and videos
- Real-time live feed viewing
- All-weather, day and night HD observation
- Cloud or local MicroSD card video storage
- Multi-user viewing and social media sharing
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Connect to the Birdnee Smart Bird Feeder Camera and embark on your personalized journey into the wonders of nature. No matter where you are, the captivating moments of backyard birds are always just a tap away. Core Features: AI Bird Identification: Powered by advanced image recognition algorithms, Birdnee covers over 10,000 bird species worldwide. The camera automatically captures visiting birds, while the app displays their names, behaviors, and educational insights. With a subscription, unlock in-depth bird encyclopedias and more premium content. Instant Notifications and Captivating Captures: When a bird enters the monitoring zone, the camera automatically detects and records video footage, sending a push notification to your phone along with a high-definition photo. Through the Birdnee app, you can remotely view the live feed in real time. All-Weather HD Observation, Day and Night: From the soft glow of dawn to the gentle hues of dusk, every graceful movement and intricate feather detail of your feathered visitors is captured in crystal-clear clarity, uninterrupted by day or night. Effortless Management and Sharing: Videos are automatically saved to the cloud or to a local MicroSD card (up to 128GB). The app supports multi-user viewing, allowing you to add family members' devices. Plus, easily share videos to social media with one tap, or organize and collect highlights by bird species.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Ubox at 29K against Birdnee's 2. Ubox also leads on chart position (#77 vs unranked). Birdnee's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Ubox sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Birdnee sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Birdnee holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ubox has 29K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Ubox ships an update monthly, Birdnee fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ubox | Birdnee |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (29K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 87.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 29K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #77 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 92 MB | 131 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HONGBO WANG | CONICO (HK) TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED |
Customer experience
Ubox
Birdnee
Bugs and requests
Ubox
Reported bugs
4 issues- Camera disconnects randomly
- App freezes during live view
- Recorded videos not saving properly
- Incorrect battery level reporting
Requested features
5 requests- Scheduled recording and notifications
- Customizable motion detection zones
- Local video storage option
- PC/web-based app support
- Improved two-way audio quality
Birdnee
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ubox
- 7-day recurring cloud storage$3.991 Month
- 30-day recurring cloud storage$5.991 Month
- 2 x 30 days cloud recording$6.991 Month
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- 3 x 30 days cloud recording$10.991 Month
- 2 x 180 days cloud recording$10.991 Month
- 3 x 30 days cloud recording$16.991 Month
- 4 x 30 days cloud recording$22.991 Month
- 7-day recurring cloud storage$39.991 Year
- 30-day recurring cloud storage$59.991 Year
- Cloud storage 30 days$3.49
- 30-day event trigger video$5.49
- Cloud storage 180 days$10.99
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- 180-day event trigger video$21.99
Birdnee
- Monthly Subscription1 Month trial3 variants$5.991 Month
- Monthly Subscription1 Month trial3 variants$7.991 Month
- Annual Subscription1 Month trial3 variants$59.991 Year
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- Annual Subscription$69.991 Year
- Annual Subscription1 Month trial$79.991 Year
- Annual Subscription$79.991 Year








