# Monitor+ vs CamX

The clearest difference is rating: CamX at 4.4 against Monitor+'s 3.2. CamX also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (68% vs 45%). Monitor+'s advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Monitor+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and CamX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CamX holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 279 and 276 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Monitor+'s written reviews are positive against 68% of CamX's.

Monitor+ ships an update monthly, CamX every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Monitor+ | CamX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (279 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monitor-plus/id1554619768/reviews) | **[4.4 (276 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camx-usb-camera/id6453639083/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **279** | 276 |
| Positive reviews | 45.3% of reviews | **68.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 50 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HON IN UN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513722510) | [Touchbits Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577082996) |

## 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


### CamX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camx-usb-camera/id6453639083)

Transform your iPad into a portable monitor or capture device. Streamline content creation and gaming with high-quality recording and customizable settings. Ideal for on-the-go productivity and entertainment.

**Highlights:** Portable display for iPad, High-quality video recording, Gaming mode with picture settings, Videography mode with histograms, User-friendly interface, Internal capture for other devices

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CamX Pro | $2.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nice Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Tip | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Monitor+ free?

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

### Is CamX free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Monitor+ or CamX?

CamX is rated higher. Monitor+ averages 3.2 out of 5 from 279 ratings, while CamX averages 4.4 from 276 ratings.

### Do Monitor+ or CamX have ads?

Neither Monitor+ nor CamX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Monitor+ or CamX?

Monitor+ ships an update monthly, and CamX every 3 weeks. Most recently, Monitor+ was updated on October 2, 2026 and CamX on September 30, 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.*