# Monitor+ vs Alpha Linker

The clearest difference is rating: Alpha Linker at 4.3 against Monitor+'s 3.2. Alpha Linker also leads on ratings volume (3.8K vs 279). Monitor+'s advantage is review sentiment (45% vs 17%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Monitor+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Alpha Linker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Alpha Linker holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alpha Linker has 3.8K ratings behind it against 279, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of Monitor+'s written reviews are positive against 17% of Alpha Linker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Monitor+ ships an update monthly, Alpha Linker every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monitor+ | Alpha Linker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (279 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monitor-plus/id1554619768/reviews) | **[4.3 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alpha-linker-camera-transfer/id6446282107/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 279 | **3.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **45.3% of reviews** | 16.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HON IN UN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513722510) | [Hangzhou Yuhang Solo Tech Studio (Individually Owned Business)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1042542440) |

## What reviewers say

### Monitor+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monitor-plus/id1554619768)

Transform your phone into a professional camera monitor with live view and remote control capabilities. Access camera content, utilize advanced assist functions, and even record live feeds. A Pro version unlocks even more powerful features for enhanced filmmaking.

**Highlights:** Live View, Remote Camera Control, UVC/Capture Card Support, Camera Content Access, Assist Functions (False Color, Zebra, etc.), Focus Pulling, Apple Watch Extension

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $18.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent monitoring tool
- 👍 Great functionality
- 🔒 Robust set of features
- 💡 Turns phone into professional monitor
- 🚀 Low latency

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Unstable connection
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Incompatible with newer camera firmware updates
- Inability to delete photos from the app
- Inconsistent touch focus behavior
- Incorrect exposure and color representation
- Zebra levels not matching camera

**Requested features**

- Support for more Sony camera models (A7III, A6400, A6600, etc.)
- Wired connection option for iOS
- Audio level monitoring
- Customizable frame guides and overlays
- Onion skin feature


### Alpha Linker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alpha-linker-camera-transfer/id6446282107)

Wirelessly transfer photos and videos from your Sony camera to your phone. Browse, select multiple items, and download JPG, HEIF, MP4, and MTS formats. Supports quick connection and multitasking downloads.

**Highlights:** Wireless photo and video transfer, Browse camera content, Select multiple items, Concurrent downloads, Supports JPG, HEIF, MP4, MTS, Quick camera connection

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alpha Linker Pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well with Sony cameras
- 🚀 Easy to use and connect
- 💡 Helpful user guide

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and disconnects
- ⏱️ Slow transfer speeds for larger files
- 💰 Paywall for core features
- 🤷‍♀️ Lack of technical support and ownership of issues

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent performance after initial use
- Inability to redownload photos after initial transfer
- Incorrect image quality and resolution on export

**Requested features**

- Ability to select and download photos in batches
- Support for higher resolution image transfers
- Improved video transfer capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monitor+ free?

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

### Is Alpha Linker free?

Alpha Linker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Monitor+ or Alpha Linker?

Alpha Linker is rated higher. Monitor+ averages 3.2 out of 5 from 279 ratings, while Alpha Linker averages 4.3 from 3.8K ratings.

### Do Monitor+ or Alpha Linker have ads?

Neither Monitor+ nor Alpha Linker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Monitor+ or Alpha Linker?

Monitor+ ships an update monthly, and Alpha Linker every 2 weeks. Most recently, Monitor+ was updated on September 22, 2026 and Alpha Linker on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*