Comparison

Crowd Security vs Smart RTSP

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

Head to head
About

Crowd Security

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When it comes to the safety of your community, we’re at the forefront. The Crowd Security app is designed to allow users to report incidents, receive updates about activity in their community, catalogue valuables and access safety technology. Utilizing GIS technology combined with the power of a unified user base, we are able to create a safer more in-touch community, with a goal to deter and resolve crimes and keep everybody safe. Experience the power of the crowd with Crowd Security! Our app has 3 functions; Crime deterrence: With a method that provides a tangible approach to sharing information about incidents, our app contributes to the amount of evidence authorities will be able to access and alert fellow users in the area of activity taking place in their community. Crime and suspicious activity can be reported with photos, videos, and written text. Our software can then pinpoint where the activity is taking place and inform users. Virtual Vault: Catalogue your valuables on a private secured server so that your valuables are protected and you’re ready for any situation. Include text description, images and serial numbers of all your technology devices, family heirlooms, artwork, jewelry, etc. Utilize these lists for insurance, cost evaluation and tracking. Safety: SOS Alerts, Timers and Geofencing technology at your fingertips. Alert your family members, friends and/or fellow Crowd Security users in that area that you may need help. There are also options that can help keep your children or elderly parents safe with location-based geofencing. The more individuals who are dedicated to preventing injustice in a designated location, the stronger our technology will become. Crowd Security is compatible with your smartphone and computer. Install in on both your portable and at-home devices so you can stay informed about the concerns in your vicinity no matter where you are.

About

Smart RTSP

View and record live streams from IP cameras supporting RTSP, HLS, or ONVIF protocols. Offers motion detection, event recording, and playback, with a local-first design for enhanced privacy. Supports PTZ camera control and optional iCloud synchronization.

Highlights
  • RTSP, HLS, ONVIF camera viewing
  • Manual and event-triggered recording
  • Motion, person, and sound detection
  • Event history and playback
  • Local notifications
  • Local-first design
  • Optional iCloud sync
Features
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Smart RTSP is a private local RTSP Camera Viewer and event recorder for IP cameras that expose RTSP, HLS, or ONVIF streams. Add cameras by entering a stream URL or discovering ONVIF devices on your local network. Watch live video, record important events, review playback history, and control supported ONVIF PTZ cameras, with no Smart RTSP account required. Key features: • RTSP, HLS, and ONVIF camera viewing • Manual and event-triggered recording with no-recording schedules and adjustable duration • Smart recording retention by event type • Motion, person, and sound detection with motion ROI areas • Event history, recording playback, and batch cleanup • Apple Home bridge from Mac for supported RTSP cameras • Live Push to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, or custom RTMP • Local notifications and privacy-focused design with no Smart RTSP account required • Optional iCloud sync and iCloud Drive storage Compatibility depends on the camera exposing a supported RTSP/HLS stream or ONVIF service. Privacy Policy: https://www.smartrtsp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Crowd Security4 screens
Smart RTSP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crowd Security at none against Smart RTSP's 10. Crowd Security also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.5). Smart RTSP's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 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. Smart RTSP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Crowd Security asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Crowd Security ships an update every 2 months, Smart RTSP every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Crowd Security versus Smart RTSP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrowd SecuritySmart RTSP
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—87.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS10.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB179 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMRF Geosystems Corporation原野 葛

In-app purchases

None

Crowd Security

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Smart RTSP

Subscriptions8
  • SmartRTSP Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Monthly Shared Stream$2.991 Month
  • SmartRTSP Yearly$6.991 Year
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  • Yearly Shared Stream$9.991 Year
  • Yearly 2 Remote Cameras$14.991 Year
  • Yearly 4 Remote Cameras$29.991 Year
  • Yearly 6 Remote Cameras$44.991 Year
  • Yearly 8 Remote Cameras$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Membership$14.99
  • Family Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Crowd Security free?
Crowd Security is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart RTSP free?
Smart RTSP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Crowd Security or Smart RTSP have ads?
Neither Crowd Security nor Smart RTSP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Crowd Security or Smart RTSP?
Crowd Security ships an update every 2 months, and Smart RTSP every 3 days. Most recently, Crowd Security was updated on October 25, 2026 and Smart RTSP on October 25, 2026.

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