# Scrypted vs CameraSpy for HomeKit

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scrypted at none against CameraSpy for HomeKit's 1. Scrypted also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and ratings volume (20 vs 1). CameraSpy for HomeKit's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and device support (5 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CameraSpy for HomeKit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Scrypted asks for nothing beyond the download.

CameraSpy for HomeKit holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scrypted has 20 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Scrypted's written reviews are positive against 0% of CameraSpy for HomeKit's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scrypted ships an update every 3 weeks, CameraSpy for HomeKit every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scrypted | CameraSpy for HomeKit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrypted/id1658171214/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cameraspy-for-homekit/id6499083815/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vysor, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/892224510) | [Michael Lindinger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1431086653) |

## What reviewers say

### Scrypted

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrypted/id1658171214)

This app allows you to remotely monitor and record live feeds from your ONVIF/RTSP security cameras. Access your footage from anywhere, receive real-time alerts for detected motion, and easily search through recordings.

**Highlights:** ONVIF/RTSP camera integration, Remote live stream and recording access, Real-time motion alerts, Smart search for footage, Multi-device synchronization, User-friendly interface

**In-app purchases:** none


### CameraSpy for HomeKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cameraspy-for-homekit/id6499083815)

View multiple HomeKit cameras simultaneously in live or still image formats. Tap to enlarge and zoom, and control other HomeKit devices directly from the camera view. Unlock advanced features with an in-app purchase.

**Highlights:** Simultaneous live camera display, Full-screen view with zoom, Control HomeKit devices, Customizable snapshot intervals, Adjustable camera image size and scroll, Support for various HomeKit device types

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full app | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scrypted free?

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

### Is CameraSpy for HomeKit free?

CameraSpy for HomeKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scrypted or CameraSpy for HomeKit?

CameraSpy for HomeKit is rated higher. Scrypted averages 4.6 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while CameraSpy for HomeKit averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Scrypted or CameraSpy for HomeKit have ads?

Neither Scrypted nor CameraSpy for HomeKit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scrypted or CameraSpy for HomeKit?

Scrypted ships an update every 3 weeks, and CameraSpy for HomeKit every 5 weeks. Most recently, Scrypted was updated on November 3, 2026 and CameraSpy for HomeKit on November 1, 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.*