Comparison

Home Security Camera Finder vs YI Smart

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

Head to head
About

Home Security Camera Finder

Transform your phone into a home security hub. Discover and connect to Wi-Fi cameras, view live feeds, and record footage. Includes a magnetic device detector and AI guidance for enhanced privacy and security.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi camera discovery and connection
  • Live video streaming
  • Continuous and scheduled recording
  • Multi-screen monitoring
  • Wi-Fi connection history
  • Magnetic device detector
  • AI guidance for camera detection
Features
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Home Security Camera Finder transforms your mobile device into a powerful home security command center. Seamlessly monitor and record live video feeds from multiple cameras, ensuring your peace of mind whether you're home or away. Easy setup, intuitive controls, and advanced features make this the perfect solution for all your surveillance needs. Effortless Camera Discovery & Connection: Automatically detect and list available cameras on your network. Connect to any camera quickly and easily through our user-friendly interface. Crystal-Clear Live Viewing: High-quality live video streaming for real-time monitoring. Smooth, uninterrupted playback, even with multiple cameras. Continuous & Scheduled Recording: Capture every moment with continuous recording. Customize recording schedules and durations to fit your needs. Multi-Screen Monitoring: View multiple camera feeds simultaneously on a single screen. Flexible layout options for optimal viewing. Wi-Fi Connection History: Track and review your camera's Wi-Fi connection history. Easily troubleshoot network issues and optimize performance. Magnetic Device Detector: Use the phone's built-in magnetic sensor to detect whether there are hidden magnetic devices nearby, such as cameras, recording devices, etc. You can effectively discover them and protect your privacy and security. AI Guide: Use AI technology to provide you with effective guidance for quickly detecting and connecting to network cameras. Home Security Camera Finder combines powerful functionality with unparalleled ease of use. Download now and experience the next generation of home security! Important notes: Make sure your phone and the camera are connected to the same network. – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. Privacy: https://www.binarybridgehk.com/pp/1603165665/ Terms: https://www.binarybridgehk.com/tou/1603165665/

About

YI Smart

Stay connected with loved ones through real-time video and audio. Initiate two-way conversations with clear voice quality and enjoy a panoramic view of your surroundings by simply moving your phone.

Highlights
  • Real-time video and audio connection
  • Two-way conversation
  • Loud and clean voice quality
  • Panoramic view
  • Gyroscope support for enhanced viewing
Features
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- YI Smart connects you with your family through real-time video and audio anytime and anywhere just a fingertip away - With a simple tap on your mobile phone, you can initiate a 2-way conversation with your family remotely. Its specially designed microphone and speaker ensures loud and clean voice quality - By simply panning your mobile phone left and right, a complete panoramic view will be displayed to provide a better viewing experience. The gyroscope support, integrated in the YI IoT App, is able to follow the mobile phone orientation, making it easier to see every corner being monitored. Auto-renewing subscriptions info: - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan(Monthly) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $4.99 per month - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan(Annual) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $39.99 per year - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan(Monthly) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $7.99 per month - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan(Annual) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $79.99 per year - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_Standard_Plan(Monthly) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $11.99 per month - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_Standard_Plan(Annual) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $99.99 per year - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan(Monthly) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $14.99 per month - Subscription name: YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan(Annual) - Length of subscription: 30 days - Price of subscription: $129.99 per year - Payment: The user confirms the purchase and pays it with their iTunes account. - Cancel renewal: If you need to cancel the renewal, please manually turn off the automatic renewal function in iTunes / Apple ID settings management 24 hours before the current subscription expire - Renew: Apple iTunes account will be debited within 24 hours before expiration, and the subscription cycle will be postponed for one month after the deduction is successful - Precautions: After renewing the subscription automatically, the service is free for the first month, and the trial period ends from the day of purchase to the day of next month, and the charge is automatically deducted -Terms of use:https://api.yitechnology.com/home/terms_of_use?location=USA&lang=zh-CN?location=USA&lang=zh-CN -Privacy policy:https://api.yitechnology.com/home/privacy_agreement?location=USA&lang=zh-CN?location=USA&lang=zh-CN - YI Cloud Service Agreement: https://api.yitechnology.com/homecamera/cloud_agreement_ios.html - Autmatic Renewal Service Agreement: https://app.yitechnology.com/#/YihomeAutoRenewalAgreement

Screenshots

Home Security Camera Finder4 screens
YI Smart4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Home Security Camera Finder at 4.2 against YI Smart's 1.8. Home Security Camera Finder also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). YI Smart's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Home Security Camera Finder sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and YI Smart sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Home Security Camera Finder holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Home Security Camera Finder has 1.7K ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Home Security Camera Finder's written reviews are positive against 6% of YI Smart's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Home Security Camera Finder ships an update every 3 months, YI Smart every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Home Security Camera Finder versus YI Smart: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHome Security Camera FinderYI Smart
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (1.7K ratings) — better1.8 (72 ratings)
Positive reviews24.4% of reviews — better6.1% of reviews
Number of ratings1.7K — better72
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB373 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBinary Bridge HK LimitedZKCam Technology Limited

Customer experience

Home Security Camera Finder

All ratings1,653 ratings
Positive81.2%
Neutral4.0%
Negative14.8%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive24.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.6%

YI Smart

All ratings72 ratings
Positive18.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative81.9%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive6.1%
Neutral2.0%
Negative91.8%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Home Security Camera Finder

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly$9.997 Days
  • Monthly$10.991 Month
  • VIP Member$39.991 Year
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  • VIP Member3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly$54.991 Year
20 purchases

YI Smart

Subscriptions12
  • YI_Cloud_IOS_Entry_Monthly_ACT$3.991 Month
  • YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan_(Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan(Monthly)$4.991 Month
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  • YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan(Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • YI_Cloud_STD_Plan(Monthly)$11.991 Month
  • YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan(Monthly)$14.991 Month
  • YI_Cloud_IOS_Entry_Annual_ACT$26.991 Year
  • YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan_(Annual)$36.991 Year
  • YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan(Annual)7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan(Annual)7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • YI_Cloud_Standard_Plan(Annual)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan(Annual)7 Days trial$129.991 Year
One-time8
  • YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan2(Monthly)$4.99
  • YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan2(Monthly)$7.99
  • 7天移动-包年套餐-一次性$9.99
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  • YI_Cloud_STD_Plan2(Monthly)$11.99
  • YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan2(Monthly)$14.99
  • 7天CVR-包年-一次性$19.99
  • 30天移动-包年-一次性$29.99
  • YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan2(Annual)$39.99

Questions

Is Home Security Camera Finder free?
Home Security Camera Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is YI Smart free?
YI Smart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Home Security Camera Finder or YI Smart?
Home Security Camera Finder is rated higher. Home Security Camera Finder averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while YI Smart averages 1.8 from 72 ratings.
Do Home Security Camera Finder or YI Smart have ads?
YI Smart shows ads; Home Security Camera Finder does not.
Which is updated more often, Home Security Camera Finder or YI Smart?
Home Security Camera Finder ships an update every 3 months, and YI Smart every 10 days. Most recently, Home Security Camera Finder was updated on October 27, 2026 and YI Smart on October 22, 2026.

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