# iCamViewer vs VC88

The clearest difference is rating: VC88 at 5.0 against iCamViewer's 3.1. VC88 also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 28%) and iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 14.0). iCamViewer's advantage is ratings volume (35 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

VC88 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iCamViewer has 35 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of iCamViewer's written reviews are positive against 50% of VC88's.

## The numbers

| Metric | iCamViewer | VC88 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icamviewer-ip-camera-viewer/id346469891/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vc88/id1102290397/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **35** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 28.5% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 9 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **5.1.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CCTV Camera Pros](https://appshunter.io/developer/615896846) | [Guangzhou Hongshi Information Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/495611358) |

## What reviewers say

### iCamViewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icamviewer-ip-camera-viewer/id346469891)

View live video streams from various IP cameras, CCTV cameras, and some DVRs on your phone or tablet. Access your security cameras locally or remotely over the internet. Supports a wide range of manufacturers with options to request new integrations.

**Highlights:** Live IP camera viewing, CCTV camera support, Remote internet viewing, PTZ camera control, Request camera integration, Setup guide

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works reliably
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 🔒 Secure access to cameras
- 💡 Supports many camera models

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔒 Requires detailed camera configuration
- 👎 Limited features (no PTZ, audio, etc.)
- 🕰️ Slow loading and performance

**Reported bugs**

- Deletes saved camera configurations after updates
- Unable to delete or edit camera settings
- Incompatible with certain camera models
- Crashes on launch or when connecting to cameras

**Requested features**

- Support for more camera brands and models
- Ability to view multiple cameras simultaneously
- Add PTZ and audio controls
- Improve app stability and performance


### VC88

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vc88/id1102290397)

This application offers remote video surveillance and smart home management. It allows multiple users to watch live feeds simultaneously, supports voice intercom, and provides video playback with remote image capture. The app also features alarm detection and tilt control for enhanced smart home integration.

**Highlights:** Real-time video monitoring, Voice intercom and video calls, Video playback and remote capture, Alarm detection and prompts, Tilt and pan control, HD 720P streaming, Smart configuration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iCamViewer free?

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

### Is VC88 free?

VC88 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iCamViewer or VC88?

VC88 is rated higher. iCamViewer averages 3.1 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while VC88 averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do iCamViewer or VC88 have ads?

Neither iCamViewer nor VC88 shows ads.

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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.*