Swamcam vs Aiper
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Swamcam
This app enhances a pool safety system by using AI to detect humans in the water and alert users. It offers live video, two-way audio, and remote control capabilities for enhanced child safety around pools.
- AI human detection
- Live video feed
- Two-way audio communication
- Remote arm/disarm
- Loud siren alerts
- Apple Watch interface
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Companion app for SwamCam Drowning Prevention Camera System. Utilizing a camera, wifi repeater/alarm combination and a keypad, SwamCam is designed to prevent drownings before they occur. Every year there are an average of 400 pool-or-spa-related fatal drownings involving children younger than 15 years of age nationwide! Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional death for young children-mostly due to falling into a pool or being left alone in a bathtub [NSC]. According to the World Health Organization, drowning is the 3rd leading cause of unintentional death worldwide. The SwamCam Pool Alarm camera is the most advanced and comprehensive product available to assist in drowning prevention. When armed, it uses AI to constantly scan the pool area for human detection. FEATURES Advanced child detection algorithm Automatic re-arm setting in case you forget Built-in Wi-Fi repeater to extend Wi-Fi signal to pool for SwamCam and all other devices Keypad to arm/disarm the system Enables live video feed to remotely monitor pool Smartphone App allows for two-way audio and one-way video communication Loud siren alerts the entire household Quick and easy installation Weather resistant design for outdoor usage Live US-based customer support NEW Apple Watch App interface; Arm/Disarm and mute the alarm from your Apple Watch The most advanced drowning prevention system, always powered on for surveillance of the pool area. Alerts Inside, outside and remote Sounds alarm without Wi-Fi! One Touch Emergency Dial on Live view Two-Way Communication Weatherproof System Control with Your Smart Phone Extra wide field of view Requires 115-volt outlet for power Privacy Policy:https://theswamcam.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service:https://theswamcam.com/terms-of-use End - User License Agreement:https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Aiper
Manage your pool cleaners and irrigation devices from one app. Create custom scenes for different areas, schedule cleanings, and optimize watering for a vibrant landscape while conserving water.
- Unified pool and irrigation device management
- Multi-yard scenario support
- Intelligent pool cleaning automation
- AI Navium™ and Visual Mode for pool cleaning
- Customized irrigation schedules
- Water conservation features
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The newly upgraded Aiper App, now supporting both pool and irrigation devices, is designed to match your evolving vision for intelligent yard. Multi-Yard Scenario Support Go beyond the pool. Now you can seamlessly manage your entire yard. Effortlessly control and monitor both your Aiper pool cleaners and the newly supported irrigation device from a single app. Create distinct scenes for different areas or properties—all at your fingertips. Advanced Smart Pool Solutions Enjoy a pristine pool with intelligent automation. Schedule cleanings, monitor performance, and optimize energy use. Besides, The latest devices support AI Navium™ mode and Visual Mode, making pool cleaning more efficient. Introducing: Efficient Smart Irrigation. Now part of the Aiper family! Nurture a lush garden effortlessly. Create customized watering plans, set smart schedules, and take the guesswork out of lawn and garden care. Achieve a vibrant landscape while conserving water.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Aiper at none against Swamcam's 2. Aiper also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (267 vs 10). Swamcam's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (63% vs 47%). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Swamcam sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Aiper asks for nothing beyond the download.
Aiper holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Aiper has 267 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of Swamcam's written reviews are positive against 47% of Aiper's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Swamcam ships an update weekly, Aiper every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Swamcam | Aiper |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (10 ratings) | 4.1 (267 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews — better | 46.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 10 | 267 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 233 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Swamcam, LLC | AIPER GLOBAL PTE. LTD. |
Customer experience
Swamcam
Aiper
Bugs and requests
Swamcam
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Aiper
Reported bugs
14 issues- Login credentials not recognized after updates
- App fails to connect to devices
- Cleaning records not displaying or disappearing after updates
- Account registration impossible or code validation timeout
- Firmware update failures
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- Device pairing issues with QR codes
- Bluetooth disconnection not auto-reconnecting
- App incompatible with certain robot models
- Solar charging stopped working after recent update
- Devices showing as 'bound' to another account
- WiFi connection issues
- Notification spam despite disabling ads
- Battery percentage font too small
- Cleaning records not saved when robot removed early
Requested features
15 requests- Scheduling/timer functionality for automated operation
- Multi-device simultaneous login support
- Manual control when robot is underwater
- Pause/stop operation from app
- Customizable watering zones and amounts
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- Battery charging schedule optimization
- Remote power off capability
- Cleaning mode explanations and documentation
- Estimated remaining runtime display
- Ability to edit maps and add watering points
- Temperature unit conversion (F to C)
- Smaller tile view for multiple devices on main page
- iPad landscape orientation support
- Geographic map background for mapping
- Disable pool section for non-pool users
In-app purchases
Swamcam
- Monthly membership$3.99
- One year membership$39.99
Aiper
No in-app purchases








