Comparison

KingfisherPro vs IVMS 4500+

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

Head to head
About

KingfisherPro

View and manage your IP cameras in real-time. This client allows you to watch live video feeds, communicate via two-way audio, and control camera movements. It also provides tools for managing user accounts, device settings, and recorded data.

Highlights
  • Real-time IP camera viewing
  • Two-way audio communication
  • PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) control
  • User account management
  • Device parameter configuration
  • Record data management
Features
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It's a client used with plug and play IP cameras. You can view the real time IP cameras videos, talk and listen, PTZ control by using this version. And you can manage the user account, device parameters and the record datas. It's your wonderful assistent to manage your ip cameras.

About

IVMS 4500+

Monitor your Hikvision devices remotely with this powerful management tool. It offers free and paid versions with features like real-time preview, playback, and advanced options for unlimited devices and enterprise-level security.

Highlights
  • Real-time preview
  • Historical playback
  • PTZ control
  • Album download
  • Unlimited device support (PRO)
  • QR code device transfer
  • AES-256 end-to-end encryption
Features
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IVMS 4500+ is a professional video surveillance viewer designed specifically for Hikvision devices. Starting from V3.0, full support for Dahua security devices is now available, including live view, playback, PTZ controls, and two-way audio intercom. ► Secure Direct Connection & Hardcore Decoding • Private Protocol: Deeply compatible with the Hikvision SDK protocol (Port 8000), perfectly supporting H.264 / H.265 HD video streams. • Lightning-Fast No-Transit: Uses "Direct IP/Domain" mode. Video feeds are transmitted directly from your NVR/DVR to your phone without passing through any third-party servers. Zero privacy leaks, instant connection. • Shortcuts & Automation: Supports URL Scheme (ivms4500plus://open). Combine it with iOS "Shortcuts" to create advanced personalized controls! ► Three Plans Tailored for You ◆ Personal Free Plan: 1 Device (up to 32 channels), Free Forever • Core Features: Live view, remote playback, PTZ control, snapshots, and video downloads. ◆ Personal PRO Plan: Ad-Free, Unlimited Devices, Exclusive Video Wall • Unlimited Access: Remove device quantity limits (up to 32 channels per device). • Custom Video Wall: Mix and match key cameras across different devices into "My Collections" and view them on a single screen. • Auto-Play on Launch: Connect to your target cameras instantly upon opening the app, turning your idle iPad/iPhone into a professional monitoring display. • Quick Backup: Exclusive QR code export/import. Share access or transfer data to a new phone in seconds. ◆ Enterprise SaaS Plan: One Subscription, Shared Across the Team Designed for multi-store and large venue managers. Includes all PRO features! • Massive Channel Support: Unlock up to 64 / 128 / 256 channels per device for ultra-large NVRs. • Password-Free Authorization: Employees can join the enterprise via a QR code without needing an account or password. • Agile Management: Permission changes sync instantly. Revoke access with one tap when an employee leaves, eliminating password leak risks. • Uncompromising Security: With AES-256 end-to-end encryption, device passwords remain strictly on your local device to defend your commercial privacy. ► Contact & Legal • Support Email: support@ming1.com • Privacy Policy: https://ming1.com/privacy.html • Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

KingfisherPro3 screens
IVMS 4500+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: KingfisherPro at 5.0 against IVMS 4500+'s 4.4. KingfisherPro also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17.6). IVMS 4500+'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. KingfisherPro sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and IVMS 4500+ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KingfisherPro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 7 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KingfisherPro ships an update monthly, IVMS 4500+ weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
KingfisherPro versus IVMS 4500+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKingfisherProIVMS 4500+
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.4 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews7.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings37 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.3 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer瑜 孙HUI CHI MING

Customer experience

KingfisherPro

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive7.7%
Neutral3.8%
Negative88.5%

IVMS 4500+

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

KingfisherPro

One-time10
  • 7D/1M/CONT cloud storage$4.99
  • 30D/1M/CONT cloud storage$7.99
  • 7D/3M/CONT cloud storage$10.99
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  • 30D/3M/Event cloud storage$14.99
  • 7D/6M/CONT cloud storage$20.99
  • 30D/3M/CONT cloud storage$22.99
  • 30D/6M/Event cloud storage$29.99
  • 7D/12M/CONT cloud storage$31.99
  • 30D/6M/CONT cloud storage$47.99
  • 30D/12M/CONT cloud storage$79.99
8 purchases

IVMS 4500+

Subscriptions6
  • Small Enterprise (1-10)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Medium Enterprise (11-50)$6.991 Month
  • Large Enterprise (51-100)$14.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Small Enterprise (1-10)$29.991 Year
  • Medium Enterprise (11-50)$69.991 Year
  • Large Enterprise (51-100)$149.991 Year
One-time2
  • 1-Month Trial$0.99
  • Lifetime Purchase$24.99

Questions

Is KingfisherPro free?
KingfisherPro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IVMS 4500+ free?
IVMS 4500+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, KingfisherPro or IVMS 4500+?
KingfisherPro is rated higher. KingfisherPro averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while IVMS 4500+ averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.
Do KingfisherPro or IVMS 4500+ have ads?
Neither KingfisherPro nor IVMS 4500+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KingfisherPro or IVMS 4500+?
KingfisherPro ships an update monthly, and IVMS 4500+ weekly. Most recently, KingfisherPro was updated on October 20, 2026 and IVMS 4500+ on October 25, 2026.

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