# GENBOLT CAM vs Defender Guard

The clearest difference is rating: Defender Guard at 4.6 against GENBOLT CAM's 3.6. Defender Guard also leads on ratings volume (4.2K vs 9). GENBOLT CAM's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GENBOLT CAM sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Defender Guard sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Defender Guard holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Defender Guard has 4.2K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of GENBOLT CAM's written reviews are positive against 43% of Defender Guard's.

GENBOLT CAM ships an update every 5 weeks, Defender Guard every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GENBOLT CAM | Defender Guard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genbolt-cam/id1443296340/reviews) | **[4.6 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/defender-guard/id1471331497/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **4.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 40.8% of reviews | **42.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 56 MB | 607 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GENBOLT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1443296339) | [Empowerment Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605838244) |

## What reviewers say

### GENBOLT CAM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genbolt-cam/id1443296340)

Access and manage your security cameras remotely. View live feeds, review recorded footage, and receive instant alerts for motion detection. Control PTZ cameras with ease.

**Highlights:** Real-time live view, Playback and record videos, Motion detection alerts, PTZ camera control

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

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(005) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(002) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(003) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(004) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(007) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(006) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(016) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(014) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(013) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(010) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub 30-day vid / 1 month(009) | $8.99 | per month |
| sub  7-day vid / 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| 30-day video / one month | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30-day video / one quartal | $29.99 | one-time |
| 30-day video / half year | $59.99 | one-time |
| 30-day video / one year | $99.99 | one-time |


### Defender Guard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/defender-guard/id1471331497)

Monitor your home with high-definition video and intelligent AI detection. Receive instant alerts for people, pets, or vehicles, customize your settings, and manage your security system from anywhere. Enjoy peace of mind with cloud storage and remote access.

**Highlights:** Crystal-clear 4K video streaming, AI-powered person, pet, and vehicle detection, Instant motion alerts, Secure cloud event storage, Customizable motion zones, Remote system management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter*1cam*Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Starter 1cam*Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Starter*1cam*Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Starter*2cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Starter*2cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite*1cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite*1cam*Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Elite*1cam*Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Starter*2cam*Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Starter*3cam*Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Starter*3cam*Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Elite*2cam*Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Elite*2cam*Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Starter*6cam*Monthly | $15.99 | per month |
| Elite*2cam*Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Elite*3cam*Monthly | $22.99 | per month |
| Elite*3cam*Monthly | $22.99 | per month |
| Elite*6cam*Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Starter*1cam*Yearly | $49.90 | per year |
| Starter*2cam*Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Elite*1cam*Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Elite*2cam*Yearly | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great camera quality
- 👍 Easy installation
- 🔒 Provides security
- 💡 Excellent value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Notifications not working properly
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Crashes and app instability
- 🐛 Overly sensitive motion detection
- 🐛 Inability to distinguish between humans and other motion

**Reported bugs**

- Notifications not showing live camera view
- Cameras going offline frequently
- App crashing when trying to set up detection zones
- Inability to view past recordings
- Inconsistent performance across different cameras

**Requested features**

- Ability to log in on multiple devices simultaneously
- Improved motion detection to distinguish between humans and other motion
- Faster and more intuitive app interface
- Option to override recordings when storage is full
- Integration with smart home platforms like HomeKit


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GENBOLT CAM free?

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

### Is Defender Guard free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GENBOLT CAM or Defender Guard?

Defender Guard is rated higher. GENBOLT CAM averages 3.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Defender Guard averages 4.6 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do GENBOLT CAM or Defender Guard have ads?

Neither GENBOLT CAM nor Defender Guard shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GENBOLT CAM or Defender Guard?

GENBOLT CAM ships an update every 5 weeks, and Defender Guard every 4 months. Most recently, GENBOLT CAM was updated on October 29, 2026 and Defender Guard on October 29, 2026.

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