Comparison

SLS Control vs LocalNanny

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

Head to head
About

SLS Control

Features
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Enjoying low operating costs, the autonomous solar lights produced by SLS module offer a unique and wide range of advantages. As simple to use as they are easy to move, these lights are maintenance-free, wireless, reliably safe and guaranteed waterproof. Since they do not need to be plugged into the mains electricity supply, they are convenient for use in isolated indoor and outdoor areas. Producing an efficient amount of light, solar lights in the SLS module range do not produce light pollution and have a near-zero impact on the environment. https://solarlampsystem.com

About

LocalNanny

Transform existing network cameras into a private and secure baby monitor for your iPhone or iPad. Enjoy crystal-clear live video and audio without cloud services or monthly fees, ensuring your family's privacy and saving money.

Highlights
  • Private local network monitoring
  • Uses existing network cameras
  • No cloud services or monthly fees
  • Live video and audio
  • Background audio monitoring
  • Screenshot capture
  • Unlimited camera support (Premium)
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Turn Affordable Cameras Into a Private Baby Monitor LocalNanny transforms network cameras you already own (or can buy for $30-80) into a secure, private baby monitor on your iPhone and iPad. No cloud services. No monthly fees. Just you, your camera, and your baby. Why Parents Choose LocalNanny: SAVE HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS • One-time purchase - no monthly subscriptions • Use affordable cameras instead of $200+ baby monitors • Apple Family Sharing - buy once, whole family gets it • Works with cameras you may already own COMPLETE PRIVACY & SECURITY • All video stays on your local network • Nothing uploaded to the cloud • No strangers watching your baby • Your home network, your privacy SIMPLE & RELIABLE • ONVIF auto-discovery finds cameras automatically • Share camera settings via QR code with your partner • Works on your local network - internet outages don't affect monitoring • Beautiful iOS-native interface Key Features: Live Video Monitoring • H.264/H.265 video codec support • Crystal-clear quality, day and night • Works with Amcrest, Lorex, and other ONVIF cameras Background Audio (Premium) • Hear your baby even when using other apps • Stay connected while browsing or messaging • Never miss a sound Capture Moments • Take screenshots of precious moments • Share updates with family Multiple Cameras (Premium) • Free: Monitor 1 camera • Premium: Unlimited cameras for multiple rooms or children Family Friendly • Apple Family Sharing supported • Easy QR code sharing for partner setup • Works on iPhone and iPad Perfect For: • Baby monitoring • Checking on sleeping infants • Multi-room monitoring • Parents who value privacy • Anyone tired of subscription fees Compatible Cameras: LocalNanny works with IP cameras supporting H.264/H.265 RTSP and ONVIF protocol. Tested with Amcrest and Lorex cameras. Requirements: • iOS 17.0 or later • Compatible network camera on your local WiFi • iPhone or iPad Privacy First: LocalNanny never uploads your video to the cloud. Everything stays local on your network. No video recording or storage - just live monitoring and screenshots. Download LocalNanny today and turn any network camera into a private, affordable baby monitor!

Screenshots

SLS Control4 screens
LocalNanny4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SLS Control at none against LocalNanny's 1. SLS Control also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). LocalNanny's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 11 months). 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. LocalNanny sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SLS Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SLS Control ships an update every 11 months, LocalNanny every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
SLS Control versus LocalNanny: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSLS ControlLocalNanny
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTROPICAL OUTDOOR CO LIMITEDAdam Argo

In-app purchases

None

SLS Control

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LocalNanny

One-time1
  • LocalNanny$9.99

Questions

Is SLS Control free?
SLS Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LocalNanny free?
LocalNanny is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SLS Control or LocalNanny have ads?
Neither SLS Control nor LocalNanny shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SLS Control or LocalNanny?
SLS Control ships an update every 11 months, and LocalNanny every 3 days. Most recently, SLS Control was updated on October 19, 2026 and LocalNanny on October 18, 2026.

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