# VicoHome vs BBguarder

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BBguarder at 89% against VicoHome's 35%. BBguarder also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). VicoHome's advantage is ratings volume (115K vs 15) and rating (4.9 vs 4.5). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VicoHome sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and BBguarder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VicoHome holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VicoHome has 115K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of VicoHome's written reviews are positive against 89% of BBguarder's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

VicoHome ships an update every 2 weeks, BBguarder every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VicoHome | BBguarder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (115K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vicohome-smart-home-camera/id1466734547/reviews)** | [4.5 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbguarder/id1483883043/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **115K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 35.4% of reviews | **89.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | — |
| Size | 269 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PHOTON SAIL TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529542986) | [东 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481445829) |

## What reviewers say

### VicoHome

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

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Monitor your home security remotely with live video feeds and two-way audio. Receive instant motion alerts and grant multi-user access for family members. Enhance security with optional cloud storage and smart detection features.

**Highlights:** Live video monitoring, Two-way audio communication, Instant motion notifications, Multi-user access, Cloud storage options, Smart detection (person, vehicle, pet)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| 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 |
| 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 |
| Gen2 Single Plan(annually) | $47.49 | per year |

**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


### BBguarder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bbguarder/id1483883043)

This app enhances personal safety by automatically sending location-based text messages to emergency contacts when activated. It works with a smart safety device or can be used independently for quick alerts. Setup is simple and contacts receive standard SMS messages.

**Highlights:** Connects to smart personal safety devices, Automatic location text messages to emergency contacts, Quick SOS functionality without a smart device, Easy setup in under a minute, Add up to 3 emergency contacts, Contacts receive standard SMS messages

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP (Basic benefits/month) | $0.99 | per month |
| VIP ( Premium Benefits/month) | $1.99 | per month |
| VIP (Basic benefits/year) | $10.99 | per year |
| VIP ( Premium Benefits/year) | $21.49 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Good for contacting friends
- 👍 Useful for arranging gatherings
- 👍 Better than most chatting apps
- 👍 Provides peace of mind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Scam/Doesn't work
- 😞 Poor instructions
- 😞 App doesn't send code
- 😞 Unable to create account
- 😞 Subscription required for advanced benefits

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't send code for account creation
- Protection timer locked at zero
- App doesn't work after connecting
- Hackers in the app
- Cannot call on app, only web

**Requested features**

- Adjustable protection hours
- More emergency contacts
- User-to-User security features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VicoHome free?

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

### Is BBguarder free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VicoHome or BBguarder?

VicoHome is rated higher. VicoHome averages 4.9 out of 5 from 115K ratings, while BBguarder averages 4.5 from 15 ratings.

### Do VicoHome or BBguarder have ads?

VicoHome shows ads; BBguarder does not.

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

VicoHome ships an update every 2 weeks, and BBguarder every 10 days. Most recently, VicoHome was updated on November 9, 2026 and BBguarder on November 3, 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.*