Comparison

GrusHome vs ZESCO Mobile

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GrusHome

Transform an old smartphone into a Wi-Fi connected security camera. Offers motion detection, two-way audio, and HD video streaming for home monitoring. Optional upgrades provide cloud storage and advanced features.

Highlights
  • Repurposes old phones as security cameras
  • Motion detection with alerts
  • Two-way audio communication
  • HD video streaming (1080p)
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Scheduled recording
  • Secure and private video streaming
Features
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GrusHome is a free app that can convert your Phone into a Wi-Fi connected security camera so that you could simply monitor your house without buying CCTV or IP cameras/systems. This app offers high-quality home monitoring video together with motion detection and alerts that you can use for anything you want to monitor in your home – or anywhere else. It also offers two-way audio, so you can talk to your loved ones. If you upgrade to GrusHome Pro, you will get unlimited cloud storage and advanced detection features. Add GrusHome security sensors to your house and you can build a complete security system. It’s cross-platform, so it doesn’t matter if your phone was not an iPhone. So, if you want to find a security camera for your elderly grandparents, or as a baby monitor, for confirming package delivery or monitoring your house… GrusHome is your best choice. ***KEY FEATURES*** -Easy Set up Simple download GrusHome to the phone and GrusHome Video streamer (GVS) to another phone attach a camera and bingo. No port forwarding, no router configuration. -Live Video Streaming Remote access to the streamer phone any time you want and Stream live video no matter wherever you are. -Motion Detection Motion activated security system can send you real-time app push alerts, SMS notifications. You can also get motion detection images or video clips to keep as evidence. -Two-way Audio Interact with family, pets, delivery man, or deter intruder even while you are away from home. -Camera Sharing Quickly share your camera with family and friends via a QR code or account. When you cancel sharing, the camera will automatically disappear from the list of your friend’s camera list. -HD Video GrusHome provides 1080 Full HD video which keeps images clear after zooming in and videos smooth. Let you see every detail. Scheduled Recording You can specify two intervals each day to automatically start/stop video recording; -Scene Mode Let you control your camera and its sensors in one click by configuring the On/Off state in Home and Away mode. -Cloud Storage Optional cloud recording and storage -back up footage in the cloud with paid plans. All data is stored securely in the Amazon cloud, you are able to easily access, monitor and manage your video from the different device, on demand. -Timeline Playback All videos are connected in series according to chronological order, activity detected by your camera is highlighted on your cloud recording timeline for quick reference. -Secure and Private All video streaming and storage are multi-encrypted in our servers. You can even set the lock pattern for the GrusHome App separately. ***HOW TO SET UP*** 1) Download the video capture app GrusHome Video Streamer(GVS) from App Store and install it onto your Phone. A unique QR code will be assigned to the device after the streamer is launched. 2) Download and install viewer app GrusHome onto another device which you want to use as a viewer. Sign up and log in. 3) Tap "+" in the top-right corner of GrusHome to scan the QR code generated by GrusHome streamer, you are all set to watch the live streaming! ***SUPPORTING*** Email: support@grushome.com Website: www.grushome.com

About

ZESCO Mobile

This utility app allows ZESCO customers to efficiently report faults, check new installation statuses, and track power token purchases. Users must sign up using their meter or account number and an active mobile number registered to their premise.

Highlights
  • Report faults
  • Lookup installation status
  • Track token purchases
  • Customer registration
  • Account management
Features
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ZESCO Mobile provides ZESCO customers with an efficient and effective way to report faults, lookup their new installation status, track previously purchased tokens for power among other features. Customers need to first sign up before using the application. Meter number or the customer account number can be used to register. It is also a requirement that customers signup for the SMS service prior registering for the ZESCO Mobile App service. Customers must ensure that the mobile phone number submitted is active, and registered to the premise they are currently occupying.

Screenshots

GrusHome4 screens
ZESCO Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GrusHome at 5.0 against ZESCO Mobile's 2.8. GrusHome also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). ZESCO Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GrusHome sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. ZESCO Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GrusHome holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ZESCO Mobile has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GrusHome ships an update every 10 days, ZESCO Mobile every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
GrusHome versus ZESCO Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGrusHomeZESCO Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better2.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings15 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB49 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHemengZESCO LIMITED

Customer experience

GrusHome

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ZESCO Mobile

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

GrusHome

One-time10
  • First Month Trial$0.99
  • Standard Plan 1 Month$3.99
  • 50 SMS Alerts$3.99
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  • Standard Plan 3 Months$8.99
  • 150 SMS Alerts$9.99
  • 300 SMS Alerts$18.99
  • Standard Plan 12 Months$27.99
  • 500 SMS Alerts$28.99
  • 7 Days Event Recording$71.99
  • 7 Days Continuous Recording 1Y$107.99
None

ZESCO Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GrusHome free?
GrusHome is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ZESCO Mobile free?
ZESCO Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GrusHome or ZESCO Mobile?
GrusHome is rated higher. GrusHome averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ZESCO Mobile averages 2.8 from 5 ratings.
Do GrusHome or ZESCO Mobile have ads?
Neither GrusHome nor ZESCO Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GrusHome or ZESCO Mobile?
GrusHome ships an update every 10 days, and ZESCO Mobile every 5 months. Most recently, GrusHome was updated on October 14, 2026 and ZESCO Mobile on October 10, 2026.

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