# Google Earth vs Webcams World View

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Google Earth at none against Webcams World View's 10. Google Earth also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (47K vs 395). Webcams World View's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 4.0). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Webcams World View sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Google Earth asks for nothing beyond the download.

Webcams World View holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Earth has 47K ratings behind it against 395, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of Google Earth's written reviews are positive against 23% of Webcams World View's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Google Earth ships an update fortnightly, Webcams World View every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Earth | Webcams World View |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (47K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-earth/id293622097/reviews) | **[4.2 (395 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webcams-world-view-discovery/id1067256452/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **47K** | 395 |
| Positive reviews | **44.6% of reviews** | 23.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#19** | — |
| Size | 158 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Умное Потребление](https://appshunter.io/developer/1416452624) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Earth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-earth/id293622097)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

Explore the world with high-resolution satellite imagery and 3D terrain. Dive into streets with Street View and create collaborative, data-driven maps from anywhere.

**Highlights:** High-resolution satellite imagery, 3D terrain and building exploration, Street View 360° perspectives, Create and collaborate on maps, Data-driven mapping

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🌎 Ability to explore the world
- 👍 Useful for geography and education
- 🌍 Detailed satellite and street view imagery
- 🎨 3D mode for immersive experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Outdated imagery and maps
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific locations
- 🚧 Blurred or missing details in some areas
- 🛑 Restricted access to certain regions

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on mobile devices
- Inconsistent performance and quality across platforms
- Issues with loading and displaying street view

**Requested features**

- Update satellite and street view imagery more frequently
- Improve search and navigation functionality
- Add more 3D coverage for cities and landmarks
- Introduce a night mode or time-of-day feature
- Allow users to report outdated or missing information


### Webcams World View

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webcams-world-view-discovery/id1067256452)

Explore the world from your home with live webcam feeds. Discover diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cityscapes. Enjoy timelapses and inspiring videos, with AI-powered search for live stream suggestions.

**Highlights:** Live webcam broadcasts, Global landscape exploration, Wildlife observation, AI location identification, Webcam search feature, Timelapse videos, Inspirational event videos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| CAM+ with discount | $9.99 | per month |
| CAM++ | $11.99 | per 2 months |
| Travel from home with Webcam! | $13.99 | per month |
| CAM+ Discover Planet Online | $14.99 | per month |
| CAM+ Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Travel from home with Webcam! | $19.99 | per month |
| 12 months subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| 2 Months | $39.99 | per 2 months |
| 3 Months Subscription | $41.99 | per 3 months |

**What reviewers like**

- 📺 High-quality HD camera feeds
- 🌍 Extensive global webcam coverage
- 😊 Engaging and entertaining experience
- ⭐ Responsive developer support
- 🎨 Good app layout and design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription pricing
- 🚫 Misleading free version claims
- 📵 Most cameras non-functional or offline
- 🔄 Automatic renewal billing issues
- ❌ Poor cross-device subscription recognition

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch and during use
- Cannot restore purchases across devices
- Subscription not recognized on Apple TV despite purchase on iPhone/iPad
- Login screen freezes preventing app access
- Soft focus or blurry camera output

**Requested features**

- Dark mode for Apple TV app
- Map view for location browsing
- Search functionality for specific locations
- Offline status indicator before clicking cameras
- Webcam archive/time-travel feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Earth free?

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

### Is Webcams World View free?

Webcams World View is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Google Earth or Webcams World View?

Webcams World View is rated higher. Google Earth averages 4.0 out of 5 from 47K ratings, while Webcams World View averages 4.2 from 395 ratings.

### Do Google Earth or Webcams World View have ads?

Webcams World View shows ads; Google Earth does not.

### Which is updated more often, Google Earth or Webcams World View?

Google Earth ships an update fortnightly, and Webcams World View every 2 months. Most recently, Google Earth was updated on September 24, 2026 and Webcams World View on September 22, 2026.

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