NiView vs Premium Invention Security
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NiView
Access real-time and historical security footage from your devices. Communicate with visitors remotely and share access with loved ones. Receive timely alerts powered by AI for enhanced home protection.
- Real-time video viewing
- Historical video playback
- Two-way audio calls
- Remote interaction
- Video sharing
- AI humanoid detection
- Intelligent alarm notifications
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NiView is a smart security video service app. Through NiView's video service, you can easily view real-time video, historical video, two-way calls with visitors, remote interaction, and can be shared with friends and relatives at any time. Through NiView's AI humanoid detection and intelligent alarm service, you can receive alarm reminders from monitoring equipment in time, provide you with one-stop functional support and services, and guard your home anytime, anywhere.
Premium Invention Security
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Premium Invention Security turns your phone into a live window on the places you care about most. Pair the app with your compatible Premium Invention devices to watch a sharp 4K live feed from anywhere, review what happened, and respond the moment it matters. With the P2’s 6mm lens, for instance, you can see faces and important details clearly at a distance. KEY FEATURES 24/7 Live Watch Technology: Records day and night in a continuous timeline, so you can review what happened before, during, and after motion is detected. 4K Live View: Stream high-resolution video anytime, anywhere from your camera. Smart Detection: On-device AI distinguishes people, vehicles, pets, and general motion, so you get more relevant alerts and fewer false alarms. Auto-Tracking PTZ: Pans 355° and tilts 90° to follow movement across the scene, helping keep the action in view. Long-Range Motion Detection: Video motion detection reaches up to 25 meters (82 feet), with PIR sensing for reliable, low-power triggers. Instant Push Alerts: Get notifications the moment your device detects relevant movement. Two-Way Audio: Listen in and speak through your camera right from the app. Cloud & Local Storage: Review and save footage based on the storage options supported by your device, with local storage available without a required cloud subscription. Solar-Powered & Wire-Free: Supports flexible outdoor placement with solar charging and no fixed wiring required. Multi-Device Support: Manage all your compatible Premium Invention devices from a single app. Use it to watch the front door, driveway, storefront, barn, cabin, or remote site. Premium Invention Security helps you stay connected and in control at home and beyond. Note: Requires a compatible Premium Invention device. Features may vary by camera model, firmware, storage setup, region, and network connection.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: NiView at 13 against Premium Invention Security's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NiView ships an update monthly, Premium Invention Security every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NiView | Premium Invention Security |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (518 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 20.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 518 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 125 MB | 141 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shenzhen Nice Intelligence Co., LTD | Premium Invention Limited |
Bugs and requests
NiView
Reported bugs
15 issues- App crashes on launch after recent updates
- App closes immediately after opening (2-second crash)
- Cameras repeatedly go offline despite full battery and signal strength
- Camera configuration times out repeatedly
- Installation stops at 91% completion
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- Cannot connect to WiFi hotspot during setup
- QR code not readable by app during pairing
- Video playback fails or deletes without viewing
- Notifications not working properly
- Siren alarm cannot be turned off
- App not compatible with certain iOS versions
- Camera detection slow when waking from sleep mode
- Reconnect button fails to restore offline cameras
- Cloud storage fails to save recorded events
- App freezes when adjusting camera zoom
Requested features
15 requests- Motion detection zone selection (grid-based area selection)
- Push notifications for human detection events
- HomeKit integration
- Facial recognition capability
- Manual focus adjustment
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- RTSP protocol support
- Matter certification for smart home compatibility
- Bulk event deletion (select all and delete)
- Night mode with flashing lights only (no siren)
- Auto-hide or collapse UI panel option
- Face ID/biometric authentication
- Arabic language support
- Ability to share app access without additional purchase
- Remote camera reset functionality
- Improved zoom precision controls
Premium Invention Security
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
NiView
No in-app purchases
Premium Invention Security
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is NiView free?
Is Premium Invention Security free?
Do NiView or Premium Invention Security have ads?
Which is updated more often, NiView or Premium Invention Security?
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