# iCamViewer vs ToSee

The clearest difference is rating: iCamViewer at 3.1 against ToSee's 2.0. iCamViewer also leads on review sentiment (28% vs 9%). ToSee's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (421 vs 35). 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.

iCamViewer holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ToSee has 421 ratings behind it against 35, 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 9% of ToSee's.

iCamViewer ships an update every 3 months, ToSee every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iCamViewer | ToSee |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.1 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icamviewer-ip-camera-viewer/id346469891/reviews)** | [2.0 (421 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tosee-smart-camera/id1237032572/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 35 | **421** |
| Positive reviews | **28.5% of reviews** | 9.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 9 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **9.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CCTV Camera Pros](https://appshunter.io/developer/615896846) | [Tocoding Technologies Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1237032571) |

## 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


### ToSee

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tosee-smart-camera/id1237032572)

Monitor your home and family with this smart camera. Features ultra-low power consumption, remote access, and two-way audio. It also functions as a portable sports camera and a video doorbell with motion detection and night vision.

**Highlights:** Ultra low power consumption, Remote active wake up, Two-way voice talkback, Dual 4K panoramic camera, Human motion detection, IR night vision

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick video playback
- 📸 Good camera quality
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 🔒 Secure connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery life problems
- ⏱️ Slow motion detection and response
- 📢 Excessive notifications/false alerts
- 💤 Unreliable motion sensing

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings not saving properly
- App crashes and freezes
- Connectivity lost after updates
- Notifications not working

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust motion sensitivity
- Option to disable/mute notifications
- Integration with smart home platforms
- Improved video playback controls
- Battery level indicator


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iCamViewer free?

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

### Is ToSee free?

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

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

iCamViewer is rated higher. iCamViewer averages 3.1 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while ToSee averages 2.0 from 421 ratings.

### Do iCamViewer or ToSee have ads?

Neither iCamViewer nor ToSee shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iCamViewer or ToSee?

iCamViewer ships an update every 3 months, and ToSee every 3 weeks. Most recently, iCamViewer was updated on October 22, 2026 and ToSee 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.*