# TargetIR vs Thermal Camera

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TargetIR at none against Thermal Camera's 4. Thermal Camera's advantage is ratings volume (429 vs 8). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Thermal Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. TargetIR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Thermal Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Thermal Camera has 429 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of TargetIR's written reviews are positive against 30% of Thermal Camera's.

TargetIR ships an update every 5 weeks, Thermal Camera every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TargetIR | Thermal Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/targetir/id1579653456/reviews) | **[4.3 (429 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thermal-camera-night-vision/id6450264889/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **429** |
| Positive reviews | 28.0% of reviews | **30.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 113 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wuhan Guide Infrared Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/688744536) | [Saken Erzhanev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692552059) |

## What reviewers say

### TargetIR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/targetir/id1579653456)

This app connects to a thermal imager device via Wi-Fi, allowing users to view high-definition thermal images in real-time. It offers full remote control for taking photos, recording videos, and accessing the device's image library for sharing.

**Highlights:** Real-time HD thermal image preview, Remote control of thermal imager functions, Take photos and record videos, Access and share image library, Wi-Fi device connectivity

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Thermal Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thermal-camera-night-vision/id6450264889)

Transform ordinary videos into extraordinary visual experiences with a variety of unique effects like thermal, night vision, and x-ray. Record new footage or import existing videos, preview effects in real-time, and easily save or share your creations.

**Highlights:** Capture or import videos, Thermal, night vision, x-ray effects, Psychedelic video filters, Real-time effect preview, Save and share creations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Thermal Cam Premium Week Promo | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Thermal Camera Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Thermal Camera Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Thermal Camera Premium Annual | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Users love the app's core functionality when it works
- 💾 Ability to save thermal images to phone
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🎨 Visually appealing thermal effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive paywall and subscription model
- 🚫 Limited free version functionality
- ❌ App doesn't work as advertised thermal camera
- 🔍 Detects light, not actual heat/temperature
- 😤 Misleading free-to-play presentation

**Reported bugs**

- Thermal video upload fails
- App doesn't detect heat from hands/objects
- Only applies visual filters instead of thermal detection
- Crashes or freezes on certain iPhone models (12 mini reported)
- Misleading 'Get' button that leads to paywall instead of free access

**Requested features**

- Functional free trial or demo mode before requiring payment
- Clear pricing disclosure before download
- Actual thermal imaging capability, not just filters
- Better documentation on how to use limited free features
- Real temperature detection functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TargetIR free?

TargetIR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Thermal Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TargetIR or Thermal Camera?

Thermal Camera is rated higher. TargetIR averages 4.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Thermal Camera averages 4.3 from 429 ratings.

### Do TargetIR or Thermal Camera have ads?

Neither TargetIR nor Thermal Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TargetIR or Thermal Camera?

TargetIR ships an update every 5 weeks, and Thermal Camera every 2 months. Most recently, TargetIR was updated on October 24, 2026 and Thermal Camera on October 24, 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.*