# VicoHome vs LongPlusView

The clearest difference is ads: LongPlusView at none against VicoHome's shown. VicoHome's advantage is review sentiment (36% vs 19%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VicoHome sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and LongPlusView sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VicoHome ships an update every 2 weeks, LongPlusView monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VicoHome | LongPlusView |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[2.7 (120 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/longplusview/id1476779276/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **120** |
| Positive reviews | **35.8% of reviews** | 18.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | — |
| Size | 267 MB | 188 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PHOTON SAIL TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529542986) | [HEROSPEED TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1419463553) |

## What reviewers say

### VicoHome

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vicohome-smart-home-camera/id1466734547)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Monitor your home security remotely with live video streaming and two-way audio. Receive instant motion alerts and customize notifications for specific events. Share access with family members for enhanced peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Live video monitoring, Two-way audio communication, Motion detection alerts, Multiple user access, Extended cloud storage, Smart push notifications (person, vehicle, pet detection), Activity zone customization

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic(Subscribe Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Basic Plan(1 device, monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Plus(Subscribe Monthly) | $4.49 | per month |
| Gen2 Single Plan(monthly) | $4.49 | per month |
| Gen2 Single Plan(monthly) | $4.49 | per month |
| Gen2 Single Plan(monthly) | $4.49 | per month |
| Gen3 Single-Device Plan (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro(Subscribe Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| Individual Premium Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Gen2 Two-device Plan(monthly) | $8.95 | per month |
| Gen2 Unlimited Plan(monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Basic(Subscribe Annually) | $31.99 | per year |
| Plus (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Gen2 Single Plan(annually) | $47.49 | per year |
| Gen2 Single Cam Plan （Annual） | $47.49 | per year |
| Gen2 Single Plan(annually) | $47.49 | per year |
| Plus(Subscribe Annually) | $48.49 | per year |
| Gen2 Unlimited Plan(annually) | $105.99 | per year |
| VicoHome Basic(1m) | $2.99 | one-time |
| VicoHome Plus(3m) | $12.99 | one-time |
| VicoHome Basic(12m) | $31.99 | one-time |
| VicoHome Plus(12m) | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to install
- 🚀 Excellent picture quality
- 🚀 Reliable app
- 🚀 Prompt and helpful customer support
- 🔒 Provides security and peace of mind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues after firmware updates
- 🐛 Unreliable motion detection and recording
- 🐛 Slow live stream and video playback
- 🔋 Poor battery life
- 💰 Subscription required for full features

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras going offline after firmware updates
- Inability to delete video thumbnails
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Subscription changes without notice

**Requested features**

- Longer recording duration
- Continuous 24/7 recording option
- Ability to share cameras with multiple users
- Improved motion detection and customizable zones
- Fast forward/rewind for recorded videos


### LongPlusView

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/longplusview/id1476779276)

Monitor your home or office remotely with this P2P network camera client. View real-time video, capture images, and record footage directly from your mobile device. Stay informed about your property's status anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** P2P network camera monitoring, Real-time video viewing, Image capture, Video recording, Easy sequence number connection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7-day cycle monthly package | $2.59 | one-time |
| 15-day cycle monthly package | $2.99 | one-time |
| 7-day cycle monthly package | $3.89 | one-time |
| 30-day cycle monthly package | $4.49 | one-time |
| 7-day cycle season package | $7.89 | one-time |
| 15-day cycle season package | $7.99 | one-time |
| 60-day cycle monthly package | $7.99 | one-time |
| 7-day cycle season package | $10.90 | one-time |
| 30-day cycle season package | $12.49 | one-time |
| 60-day cycle season package | $22.99 | one-time |
| 7-day cycle annual package | $25.00 | one-time |
| 15-day cycle annual package | $30.99 | one-time |
| 30-day cycle annual package | $48.49 | one-time |
| 60-day cycle annual package | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📸 Clear and sharp picture quality
- 🔄 Easy setup and installation process
- 🎛️ 360-degree view and camera control
- 🔊 Clear audio and intercom functionality
- 📱 User-friendly interface design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently fails to connect to cameras
- ❌ Live feed stops working after updates
- 🔄 App crashes and freezes regularly
- ⏱️ Slow app performance and responsiveness
- 🔐 Login issues and verification code delays

**Reported bugs**

- App stops connecting to cameras after firmware updates
- Live feed unavailable while cloud service works
- App crashes during setup and camera addition
- Request timeout errors preventing login
- QR code format errors during installation

**Requested features**

- Longer video recording duration beyond 20 seconds
- Ability to zoom in on recorded events
- Download and share recorded videos
- Bundled subscription for multiple cameras
- Better sleep schedule automation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VicoHome free?

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

### Is LongPlusView free?

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

### Do VicoHome or LongPlusView have ads?

VicoHome shows ads; LongPlusView does not.

### Which is updated more often, VicoHome or LongPlusView?

VicoHome ships an update every 2 weeks, and LongPlusView monthly. Most recently, VicoHome was updated on October 21, 2026 and LongPlusView on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*