# IOTLiving vs Discreet

The clearest difference is rating: Discreet at 4.4 against IOTLiving's 2.5. Discreet also leads on review sentiment (56% vs 16%) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 48). IOTLiving's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Discreet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. IOTLiving asks for nothing beyond the download.

Discreet holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Discreet has 2.1K ratings behind it against 48, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of IOTLiving's written reviews are positive against 56% of Discreet's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IOTLiving | Discreet |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iotliving/id1506677979/reviews) | **[4.4 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discreet-black-screen-camera/id1600729989/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 48 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 15.8% of reviews | **55.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [火明 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490356035) | [Marco D'Amelio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600729991) |

## What reviewers say

### IOTLiving

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iotliving/id1506677979)

Control smart home devices like cameras and lights from a single application. This app integrates various product categories, eliminating the need for multiple downloads. It offers features like device management, live video streaming, two-way audio, and push notifications for a streamlined smart home experience.

**Highlights:** Camera control, Smart lighting control, P2P streaming, Device integration, Live video streaming, Two-way audio, Push notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup
- 👍 Works well for live view
- 👍 Reliable for live viewing and recording (SCS Enterprises)
- 👍 Local storage (no monthly fees)
- 👍 Night vision functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues after a few days
- 🐛 App stops connecting with camera
- 🐛 Scrambled file search results
- 🐛 Cannot connect to hidden Wi-Fi
- 🐛 Sound doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- Connection issues after a few days
- App stops connecting with camera
- Scrambled file search results
- Cannot connect to hidden Wi-Fi
- Sound doesn't work

**Requested features**

- Ability to select multiple files for transfer
- Batch options for viewing and transferring videos
- Fix app to continue recording on SIM card when app is opened
- Ability to set recordings for more than 1 minute
- Fix audio issues for live and playback


### Discreet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discreet-black-screen-camera/id1600729989)

Capture photos and videos discreetly using a black screen or custom screen mode. Features include autofocus, image stabilization, 4K video, and Apple Watch control. Instantly launch the camera with a Lock Screen widget for quick access. Keep your media private with a secure, built-in gallery.

**Highlights:** Black screen camera mode, Customizable screen modes, Autofocus and image stabilization, 4K video recording, Apple Watch control, Lock Screen widget for instant launch, Private in-app gallery

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all features | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Discreet camera
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Useful features
- 🔒 Secure storage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes/freezes
- 🐛 Video recording issues
- 🐛 Quality/performance problems
- 💰 Paid features required
- 🔒 Privacy concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Video recording stops unexpectedly
- Camera preview window cannot be disabled
- Microphone permission required even for photos
- Inconsistent video frame rates

**Requested features**

- Option to use custom wallpaper
- Volume button controls
- Zoom/wide-angle camera support
- Higher video resolutions
- Background recording


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IOTLiving free?

IOTLiving is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Discreet free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IOTLiving or Discreet?

Discreet is rated higher. IOTLiving averages 2.5 out of 5 from 48 ratings, while Discreet averages 4.4 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do IOTLiving or Discreet have ads?

Neither IOTLiving nor Discreet shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IOTLiving or Discreet?

IOTLiving ships an update every 5 weeks, and Discreet every 5 weeks. Most recently, IOTLiving was updated on October 22, 2026 and Discreet on October 27, 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.*