# iCamViewer vs iCam Pro

The clearest difference is rating: iCam Pro at 4.3 against iCamViewer's 3.1. iCam Pro also leads on review sentiment (48% vs 28%) and ratings volume (289 vs 35). iCamViewer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iCam Pro sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. iCamViewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

iCam Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iCam Pro has 289 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 48% of iCam Pro's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iCamViewer | iCam Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icamviewer-ip-camera-viewer/id346469891/reviews) | **[4.3 (289 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icam-pro-webcam-streaming/id837194033/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 35 | **289** |
| Positive reviews | 28.5% of reviews | **48.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CCTV Camera Pros](https://appshunter.io/developer/615896846) | [SKJM, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/292563691) |

## 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


### iCam Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icam-pro-webcam-streaming/id837194033)

Remotely monitor live video and audio from multiple webcams on your mobile device. Receive motion and sound alerts, record events, and even talk back to your camera source. Cloud backup is available for recorded events.

**Highlights:** Remote multi-cam monitoring, Live audio and video streaming, Motion and sound detection alerts, Record and playback events, Talk back feature, Cloud event backup, Apple Watch notifications

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iCam Pro Service (Subscription) | $0.99 | per month |
| iCam Pro Unlimited Private Proxy Data (Subscription) | $4.99 | per month |
| 5 GB of Cloud Storage | $4.99 | per month |
| 22 GB of Cloud Storage | $19.99 | per month |
| 60 GB of Cloud Storage | $49.99 | per month |
| 25 MB of Private Proxy Data | $0.99 | one-time |
| iCam Pro Service (Lifetime) | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 🔒 Reliable security monitoring
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 👍 Useful for checking on pets/home
- 👍 Affordable lifetime subscription

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections/crashes
- 🔒 Requires paid subscription for remote access
- 🔒 Difficult to get working outside local network
- 🐛 Poor error handling
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices/OS

**Reported bugs**

- PC software crashes frequently
- Unable to connect cameras on same network
- Paid subscription features not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Automatic motion/sound detection alerts
- Support for higher video resolutions
- Ability to save recorded video locally
- Web-based viewing option
- Easier multi-camera management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iCamViewer free?

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

### Is iCam Pro free?

iCam Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iCamViewer or iCam Pro?

iCam Pro is rated higher. iCamViewer averages 3.1 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while iCam Pro averages 4.3 from 289 ratings.

### Do iCamViewer or iCam Pro have ads?

Neither iCamViewer nor iCam Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iCamViewer or iCam Pro?

iCamViewer ships an update every 3 months, and iCam Pro every 3 months. Most recently, iCamViewer was updated on November 1, 2026 and iCam Pro on November 1, 2026.

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