# GENBOLT CAM vs VideoLink

The clearest difference is rating: GENBOLT CAM at 3.9 against VideoLink's 1.8. GENBOLT CAM also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 5%). VideoLink's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ratings volume (40 vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GENBOLT CAM sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. VideoLink asks for nothing beyond the download.

GENBOLT CAM holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VideoLink has 40 ratings behind it against 8, 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 5% of VideoLink's.

GENBOLT CAM ships an update every 5 weeks, VideoLink monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GENBOLT CAM | VideoLink |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genbolt-cam/id1443296340/reviews)** | [1.8 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videolink/id1665074424/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **40** |
| Positive reviews | **40.8% of reviews** | 5.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 56 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GENBOLT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1443296339) | [强 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657089071) |

## 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 |


### VideoLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/videolink/id1665074424)

Remotely connect and manage your home's intelligent webcams and video recorders. View real-time video, capture footage, record, and communicate with two-way audio. Receive intelligent alarm notifications for enhanced home security.

**Highlights:** Remote camera connection, Real-time video viewing, Video recording, Voice call and intercom, Intelligent alarm push

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GENBOLT CAM free?

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

### Is VideoLink free?

VideoLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GENBOLT CAM or VideoLink?

GENBOLT CAM is rated higher. GENBOLT CAM averages 3.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while VideoLink averages 1.8 from 40 ratings.

### Do GENBOLT CAM or VideoLink have ads?

Neither GENBOLT CAM nor VideoLink shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GENBOLT CAM or VideoLink?

GENBOLT CAM ships an update every 5 weeks, and VideoLink monthly. Most recently, GENBOLT CAM was updated on October 26, 2026 and VideoLink on October 24, 2026.

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