IST vs TRENDnet Hive
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
IST
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Main functions: - Monitor live video streaming from ipdoorbell/ipcamera through 2G/3G/4G connection. - Snapshot picture from live video. - Two-way audio monitor (Simplex or duplex refer to actual model). - Support call notification for IPdoorbell or motion detection alarm for ip camera. - Support QRCode scan/LAN search/Manually input UID.
TRENDnet Hive
Manage, monitor, and configure your cloud-compatible network devices remotely. Ensure your devices have the latest firmware for full feature compatibility. Access your network from your tablet or smartphone.
- Remote device management
- Network monitoring
- Device configuration
- Cloud compatibility
- Mobile access
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The TRENDnet Hive app is designed to help you manage, monitor, and configure your Hive cloud compatible network devices from the convenience of your tablet or mobile phone. For full compatibility of features, please ensure all Hive compatible network devices are running the latest device firmware. https://www.trendnet.com/hive/#devices
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TRENDnet Hive at every 4 months against IST's every 37 months. IST's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
IST ships an update every 37 months, TRENDnet Hive every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | IST | TRENDnet Hive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 37 months | Every 4 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 137 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | IST-MyDoor | TRENDnet Inc. |
In-app purchases
IST
No in-app purchases
TRENDnet Hive
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is IST free?
Is TRENDnet Hive free?
Do IST or TRENDnet Hive have ads?
Which is updated more often, IST or TRENDnet Hive?
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