# Home Security Camera App vs Yi iot⁺

The clearest difference is rating: Home Security Camera App at 4.4 against Yi iot⁺'s 4.1. Home Security Camera App also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 477). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Home Security Camera App sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Yi iot⁺ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Home Security Camera App holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Home Security Camera App has 5.1K ratings behind it against 477, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Home Security Camera App's written reviews are positive against 21% of Yi iot⁺'s.

Home Security Camera App ships an update every 4 weeks, Yi iot⁺ every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Home Security Camera App | Yi iot⁺ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-app/id1540687753/reviews)** | [4.1 (477 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-iot/id6744153884/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 477 |
| Positive reviews | **26.5% of reviews** | 20.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 90 MB | 203 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SpeedBoot Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1665797241) | [Jacob Mac Donald](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824127307) |

## What reviewers say

### Home Security Camera App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-app/id1540687753)

Monitor your home security cameras and scan for nearby Bluetooth devices. Get real-time HD video playback and detailed information about connected devices on your local network. Includes privacy guidance and support.

**Highlights:** Real-time HD video playback, Connect to various camera brands, Scan for nearby Bluetooth devices, Check Bluetooth signal strength, Device information lookup, Privacy protection guidance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription time - week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Subscription time-month | $9.99 | per month |
| VIP member | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Member | $19.99 | per year |
| Subscription time-quarterly | $26.99 | per 3 months |
| VIP Member | $29.99 | per year |
| VIP member | $39.99 | per year |
| VIP Member | $39.99 | per year |
| Subscription time-year | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Security camera monitoring
- 👍 Useful for detecting hidden cameras
- 🚀 Efficient scanning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription to access full features
- 🐛 Unreliable detection of cameras
- 👎 Deceptive billing practices
- 💸 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during scans
- Inconsistent detection of cameras
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Requested features**

- Ability to view camera details without subscription
- Clearer communication about subscription requirements
- Refund options for unsatisfied users


### Yi iot⁺

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-iot/id6744153884)

Easily scan your surroundings for nearby Bluetooth devices, including headphone cases. Get detailed distance information, track devices on a map, and save favorites for quick access. Keep your devices under control with helpful tips and instructions.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth device scanning, Headphone case locator, Distance information, Map tracking, Favorite devices, Helpful instructions

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Home Security Camera App free?

Home Security Camera App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Yi iot⁺ free?

Yi iot⁺ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Home Security Camera App or Yi iot⁺?

Home Security Camera App is rated higher. Home Security Camera App averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Yi iot⁺ averages 4.1 from 477 ratings.

### Do Home Security Camera App or Yi iot⁺ have ads?

Neither Home Security Camera App nor Yi iot⁺ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Home Security Camera App or Yi iot⁺?

Home Security Camera App ships an update every 4 weeks, and Yi iot⁺ every 5 weeks. Most recently, Home Security Camera App was updated on October 25, 2026 and Yi iot⁺ on October 25, 2026.

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