Comparison

TP vs TRUECLOUD PLUS

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

Head to head
About

TP

Monitor and manage your business security cameras remotely. View live feeds, playback recorded footage, and receive instant alerts for motion detection. Easy setup guides you through connecting your devices for continuous protection.

Highlights
  • Remote camera feed access
  • Live view and video playback
  • Step-by-step installation guidance
  • Smart motion detection alerts
  • Activity zone and obstruction alerts
Features
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VIGI is specially developed for VIGI IP cameras and NVRs that are dedicated to protecting the business you’ve worked hard to build. It allows you to easily add, configure, monitor, and control your connected devices. Simply create an account and add IP cameras to it to enjoy the real-time video—whenever, wherever. Moreover, it also allows you to play back videos at any time. Cooperating with TP-Link VIGI cloud service, VIGI is able to send you instant notifications when motion is detected. Key Features • Check your camera feed—anytime, anywhere. • Watch live-view videos and play them back instantly. • Step-by-step installation guidance makes setup remarkably easy. • Smart detection (motion detection/boundary alerts/activity zones/obstruction alerts) and instant notifications ensure your business is safe and secure.

About

TRUECLOUD PLUS

Features
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TrueCloud Plus is a powerful and user-friendly CCTV surveillance app designed for seamless remote monitoring and security management. Whether you're at home, in the office, or on the go, TrueCloud Plus ensures you stay connected to your cameras with real-time video streaming, cloud storage, motion alerts, and secure access. Key Features: Live HD video streaming Cloud & local video recording Smart motion detection alerts Multi-device access Secure encrypted connection

Screenshots

TP4 screens
TRUECLOUD PLUS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TP at every 3 weeks against TRUECLOUD PLUS's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TP ships an update every 3 weeks, TRUECLOUD PLUS every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
TP versus TRUECLOUD PLUS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTPTRUECLOUD PLUS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (365 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings365 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size303 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTP-Link Systems Inc.Sagar Kabra

In-app purchases

None

TP

No in-app purchases

None

TRUECLOUD PLUS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TP free?
TP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TRUECLOUD PLUS free?
TRUECLOUD PLUS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TP or TRUECLOUD PLUS have ads?
Neither TP nor TRUECLOUD PLUS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TP or TRUECLOUD PLUS?
TP ships an update every 3 weeks, and TRUECLOUD PLUS every 2 months. Most recently, TP was updated on September 23, 2026 and TRUECLOUD PLUS on September 22, 2026.

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