# RAS Mobile I vs IP Camera Viewer

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.0 against RAS Mobile I's 1.0. IP Camera Viewer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 4). RAS Mobile I's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (53% vs 39%). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IP Camera Viewer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. RAS Mobile I asks for nothing beyond the download.

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 53% of RAS Mobile I's written reviews are positive against 39% of IP Camera Viewer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

RAS Mobile I ships an update every 4 months, IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RAS Mobile I | IP Camera Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ras-mobile-i/id333206039/reviews) | **[4.0 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **53.1% of reviews** | 39.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 83 MB | 298 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IDIS Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/333206042) | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) |

## What reviewers say

### RAS Mobile I

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ras-mobile-i/id333206039)

Access and monitor remote sites with live video feeds through a network connection. View multiple cameras simultaneously, check connection status, and control PTZ cameras. Features include playback, two-way audio, and alarm output control.

**Highlights:** Live video monitoring, Multi-camera GridView, PTZ camera control, Video playback, Two-way audio, Alarm Out Control

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup and user-friendly interface
- 🚀 Fast and smooth streaming performance
- 📱 Works well on both iPhone and iPad
- 🎥 Good remote camera viewing capability
- 💰 Free or affordable pricing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔌 Requires strong WiFi connection to function
- ⚠️ Poor compatibility with iOS updates
- 🌐 Offline search functionality broken
- 🔐 Authentication and login problems

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when accessing search function
- iOS 8 compatibility issues causing crashes
- Disconnected/Invalid DVR error messages
- App crashes on iOS 5 and iOS 7.1 updates
- Camera frame display issues when swiping between cameras

**Requested features**

- PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera control
- Search and playback of recorded videos
- Multi-camera simultaneous viewing on single screen
- External alarm activation capability
- Mac and desktop application versions


### IP Camera Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272)

Transform your ONVIF, RTSP, or WiFi cameras into a robust home security system. This app offers smooth live viewing and control across multiple Apple devices, providing a secure, private alternative to manufacturer-specific apps without mandatory cloud services.

**Highlights:** Network camera discovery, ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG camera support, Two-way audio communication, Multi-camera dashboards, PTZ control, Motion detection and recording, Remote secure access

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $74.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast camera loading
- 🚀 Simultaneous multi-camera viewing
- 🚀 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and freezes
- 🐛 Buggy updates causing data loss
- 🔒 Concerns over data collection and privacy
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 💰 Lack of one-time purchase option

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras disappearing after updates
- Inability to add/edit cameras
- Unresponsive PTZ controls
- Connectivity issues when away from home network

**Requested features**

- Motion detection and alerts
- Remote access and monitoring
- PTZ camera controls
- Ability to view camera storage/recordings
- Customizable camera layouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RAS Mobile I free?

RAS Mobile I is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RAS Mobile I or IP Camera Viewer?

IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. RAS Mobile I averages 1.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while IP Camera Viewer averages 4.0 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do RAS Mobile I or IP Camera Viewer have ads?

Neither RAS Mobile I nor IP Camera Viewer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RAS Mobile I or IP Camera Viewer?

RAS Mobile I ships an update every 4 months, and IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. Most recently, RAS Mobile I was updated on October 31, 2026 and IP Camera Viewer on November 6, 2026.

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