Comparison

Ucon vs TrailCam 4G

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

Head to head
About

Ucon

This cellular trail camera uses a 4G LTE module to detect motion, capture photos or videos, and send them to your smartphone. It offers cloud storage, live streaming, and remote control capabilities for convenient monitoring.

Highlights
  • 4G LTE connectivity
  • Motion detection (PIR sensor)
  • Photo and video capture
  • Cloud storage for media
  • Live streaming and remote control
  • Night vision up to 80 feet
Features
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This 4G cellular trail camera has a built-in 4G LTE module and supports 4G communication. Its infrared sensor (PIR) will detect moving objects, then capture a photo or video, save it to the SD card and send a notification to the mobile APP, and the photo or video can also be transmitted to the smartphone App through the 4G network. The trail camera offers cloud services, allowing photos and videos to be saved in the cloud and downloaded to your phone. Photos stored on the SD card have a 14MP resolution, while those uploaded to the cloud are in VGA resolution. It includes a free trial of the cloud service, with an in-app guide to help activate it. The camera supports live streaming for real-time viewing and remote control via your phone, making it convenient to use without being on-site. It features powerful IR LEDs for night vision up to 80 feet and automatically switches between day and night modes. An external power supply ensures long-term outdoor use. 【30-day recurring cloud storage with annual subscription】 1. Subscription cycle: one year 2. Subscription price: US$214.99 per year for 6 devices, US$179.99 per year for 5 devices, US$144.99 per year for 4 devices, US$109.99 per year for 3 devices, US$74.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$39.99 per year for 1 device 【30-day recurring cloud storage half-year subscription instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 6 Months 2. Subscription price: US$119.99 per year for 6 devices, US$102.99 per year for 5 devices, US$82.99 per year for 4 devices, US$62.99 per year for 3 devices, US$40.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$20.99 per year for 1 device 【30-day recurring cloud storage monthly subscription instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 1 Months 2. Subscription price: US$19.99 per year for 6 devices, US$17.99 per year for 5 devices, US$14.49 per year for 4 devices, US$10.49 per year for 3 devices, US$6.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$3.99 per year for 1 device 【7-day recurring cloud storage per year subscription instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: one year 2. Subscription price: US$119.99 per year for 6 devices, US$99.99 per year for 5 devices, US$79.99 per year for 4 devices, US$59.99 per year for 3 devices, US$39.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$20.49 per year for 1 device 【7-Day Recurring Cloud Storage Half-Year Subscription Instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 6 Months 2. Subscription price: US$59.99 per year for 6 devices, US$49.99 per year for 5 devices, US$40.99 per year for 4 devices, US$29.99 per year for 3 devices, US$19.99 per year for 2 devices, and US$10.49 per year for 1 device 【7-Day Recurring Cloud Storage Monthly Subscription Instructions】 1. Subscription cycle: 1 Months 2. Subscription price: US$10.99 per year for 6 devices, US$8.99 per year for 5 devices, US$6.99 per year for 4 devices, US$4.99 per year for 3 devices, US$3.49 per year for 2 devices, and US$1.99 per year for 1 device 【Renew and unsubscribe】 Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and makes the payment, it will be credited to the iTunes account Unsubscribe: To unsubscribe, manually open the iPhone Settings -->enter the iTunes Store and App Store -->click Apple ID, select View Apple ID, enter the Account Settings page, click Subscribe, and select unsubscribe. Renewal: 24 hours before the expiration of Apple's subscription period, deduct the service charge for the next subscription period from your iTunes account and extend the validity of the member corresponding to the subscription period. If the deduction fails due to insufficient balance in the iTunes account, the app has the right to suspend/terminate your cloud video service. User Agreement: http://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ucon/term-of-service.html Privacy Policy: http://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ucon/privacy-policy.html Cloud Service Agreement: https://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ucon/cloudservice.html Cloud service auto-renewal agreement: https://doc.ubianet.com/pages/ucon/cloudservice-renew.html

About

TrailCam 4G

Receive and manage images from remote cellular trail cameras directly on your smartphone or tablet. Monitor properties, adjust camera settings, and receive custom notifications for detected objects. Offers cloud storage and user-friendly filters for analyzing wildlife movement.

Highlights
  • Receive trail camera images on mobile devices
  • Remote camera settings adjustment
  • Custom object detection notifications
  • User-friendly analysis filters
  • 24h/30d cloud image storage
  • QR code device registration
Features
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Receive trail camera images on your smartphone, computer or tablet using the Trailcam 4G app. Monitoring remote properties has never been easier or cheaper. View game camera images the way you want, anytime, anywhere with the Trailcam 4G app. The Trailcam 4G app works with mobile cellular cameras. The app enables users to send game camera pictures and videos directly to their mobile devices without having to drive or set foot on their property. Additionally, you can change all your game camera settings remotely using the app from the comfort of your home. The Trailcam 4G app is a powerful hunting tool. In the app, you can set up custom notifications to alert you when your mobile camera captures a person, vehicle, buck, or other object. The Trailcam 4G app is also loaded with user-friendly filters to help you quickly interpret deer movement based on time, temperature, date, moon phase, and more! Plus, when using Trailcam 4G, you get 24h/30d cloud storage of all your images, and they'll never be deleted. Even if you cancel your plans, you can view these images at any time. You can even download high-resolution images of those high-priced photos you'll receive on the app. The Trailcam 4G system is easy: use the app, create an account and register your mobile cellular trail camera. The Trailcam 4G app features a built-in scanner to quickly and easily register your Trailcam 4G device. Just scan the camera screen pairing QR code and the app will automatically fill in important information so you don't have to enter it. From the same dashboard, choose the right plan with nationwide coverage coast to coast - no contracts required, doesn't matter! Next, add an approved battery and SD card to your camera and follow the setup instructions. After the camera captures and sends test images, log into the Trailcam 4G app and view them. Now you are ready to deploy Trailcam 4G cameras in the field. It's that simple!

Screenshots

Ucon4 screens
TrailCam 4G4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ucon at 83% against TrailCam 4G's 0%. Ucon also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 16 months). TrailCam 4G's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 23) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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. Ucon sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. TrailCam 4G asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ucon holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ucon has 3.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Ucon's written reviews are positive against 0% of TrailCam 4G's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ucon ships an update every 3 weeks, TrailCam 4G every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Ucon versus TrailCam 4G: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUconTrailCam 4G
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3.5K ratings) — better1.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews82.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3.5K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
Best chart rank#191 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size283 MB63 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer维巍 方SINOPLUS TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Customer experience

Ucon

All ratings3,506 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews580 reviews
Positive82.6%
Neutral4.3%
Negative13.1%

TrailCam 4G

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Ucon

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inconsistent 4G connectivity
  • App freezing and crashing
  • Unreliable motion detection triggers
  • Inability to add friends or share access

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to delete individual videos/photos
  • Integration with smart home platforms
  • More affordable subscription plans
  • Improved camera positioning and panning
  • Multilingual app support

TrailCam 4G

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

22 purchases

Ucon

Subscriptions12
  • 1 x 30 days cloud recording$3.491 Month
  • AI Cloud Service Monthly Plan1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • 1 x 30 days cloud recording$5.491 Month
Show 9 more
  • 2 x 30 days cloud recording$6.491 Month
  • 3 x 30 days cloud recording$9.991 Month
  • 2 x 30 days cloud recording$10.491 Month
  • 4 x 30 days cloud recording$13.491 Month
  • 1 x 180 days cloud recording$19.996 Months
  • 2 x 180 days cloud recording$29.996 Months
  • 1 x 360 days cloud recording$34.991 Year
  • 1 x 360 days cloud recording$38.991 Year
  • 2 x 360 days cloud recording$68.991 Year
One-time10
  • Cloud storage 30 days$3.49
  • AI Cloud Service Monthly Plan$4.99
  • 30-day event trigger video$5.49
Show 7 more
  • Cloud storage 180 days$10.99
  • 180-day event trigger video$21.99
  • AI Bird Recognition 180 days$21.99
  • AI Bird Recognition 180 days$29.99
  • 360-day event trigger video$39.99
  • AI Bird Recognition 360 days$39.99
  • AI Bird Recognition 360 days$59.99
None

TrailCam 4G

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ucon free?
Ucon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TrailCam 4G free?
TrailCam 4G is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ucon or TrailCam 4G?
Ucon is rated higher. Ucon averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while TrailCam 4G averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Ucon or TrailCam 4G have ads?
Neither Ucon nor TrailCam 4G shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ucon or TrailCam 4G?
Ucon ships an update every 3 weeks, and TrailCam 4G every 16 months. Most recently, Ucon was updated on October 27, 2026 and TrailCam 4G on October 24, 2026.

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