VicoHome vs LivingYorkSC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VicoHome
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.
- Live video monitoring
- Two-way audio communication
- Instant motion notifications
- Multi-user access
- Cloud storage options
- Smart detection (person, vehicle, pet)
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Introducing VicoHome, the smart home camera app designed to bring peace of mind directly to your fingertips. With VicoHome, effortlessly monitor your property from anywhere, anytime. Keep an eye on what matters with live video and greet visitors with Two-Way Talk. Receive instant notifications for any detected motion, so important moments never slip by unnoticed. With the convenience of multiple-user access, keeping your family in the loop has never been easier. 【VicoHome Awareness Service】 Elevate your security with the VicoHome Awareness Subscription to unlock next-level features: 1. Extra Cloud Storage: Gain access to up to 60 days of recording history, ensuring you never miss a moment. 2. Smart Push: Benefit from alerts for person, vehicle, package, and pet detection, allowing you to concentrate on the notifications that truly matter. 3. Activity Zone: Customize and filter alerts by setting up specific activity zones, reducing unnecessary notifications and enhancing your focus on key areas. 【Details of the Awareness Service】 Awareness Gen2 Single Plan ( Subscribe monthly) Awareness Gen2 Single Plan ( Subscribe annually) Awareness Gen2 Unlimited Plan (Subscribe monthly) Awareness Gen2 Unlimited Plan (Subscribe annually) 【Subscription Guidelines】 Cancel auto renewal: Please manually turn off the automatic renewal function in iTunes/Apple ID settings at least 24 hours prior to the expiration time of your subscription. Renewal: iTunes account will be charged automatically within 24 hours prior to the expiration time of your subscription. If the renewal is successful, the subscription will be extended by one subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://api-us.vicoo.tech/management/app-files/vicoo/privacy-policy/en/index.html Awareness Service Agreement: https://api-us.vicoo.tech/management/app-files/vicoo/awareness-service-agreement/en/index.html Continuous Subscription Service Agreement: https://api-us.vicoo.tech/management/app-files/vicoo/continuous-subscription-service-agreement/en/index.html
LivingYorkSC
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Wondering how to quickly and easily find out what's going on around City of York? Look no further than LivingYorkSC to receive the latest alerts on road closures, weather alerts, events and so much more! In addition to notifications, you'll have easy access to commonly used resources from the City!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LivingYorkSC at none against VicoHome's 26. LivingYorkSC also leads on ads (none vs shown). VicoHome's advantage is chart position (#16 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence 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. VicoHome sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. LivingYorkSC asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VicoHome | LivingYorkSC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (115K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 115K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #16 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 269 MB | 132 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PHOTON SAIL TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD. | GOGov, Inc. |
Bugs and requests
VicoHome
Reported bugs
4 issues- Cameras going offline after firmware updates
- Inability to delete video thumbnails
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Subscription changes without notice
Requested features
6 requests- 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
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- Integration with smart home platforms
LivingYorkSC
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
VicoHome
- Basic(Subscribe Monthly)$2.991 Month
- Basic Plan(1 device, monthly)$2.991 Month
- Plus(Subscribe Monthly)1 Month trial$4.491 Month
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- Gen2 Single Plan(monthly)1 Month trial$4.491 Month
- Gen2 Single Plan(monthly)$4.491 Month
- Gen2 Single Plan(monthly)7 Days trial$4.491 Month
- Gen3 Single-Device Plan (Monthly)1 Month trial$6.991 Month
- Pro(Subscribe Monthly)$7.991 Month
- Individual Premium Monthly1 Month trial$7.991 Month
- Gen2 Two-device Plan(monthly)1 Month trial$8.951 Month
- Gen2 Unlimited Plan(monthly)1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- Basic(Subscribe Annually)$31.991 Year
- Plus (Annual)$39.991 Year
- Gen2 Single Plan(annually)1 Month trial$47.491 Year
- Gen2 Single Cam Plan (Annual)1 Year trial2 variants$47.491 Year
- Gen2 Single Plan(annually)7 Days trial$47.491 Year
- Plus(Subscribe Annually)$48.491 Year
- Gen2 Unlimited Plan(annually)1 Month trial$105.991 Year
- VicoHome Basic(1m)$2.99
- VicoHome Plus(3m)$12.99
- VicoHome Basic(12m)$31.99
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- VicoHome Plus(12m)$49.99
LivingYorkSC
No in-app purchases









