Comparison

WiFi Camera vs Remote Video Controller

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

WiFi Camera

Wirelessly connect two iOS devices to use one as a remote camera. Capture high-resolution photos remotely, stream the camera view, and transfer images instantly. Ideal for group shots and remote photography.

Highlights
  • Wireless device connection
  • Remote photo capture
  • Real-time camera view streaming
  • Full-resolution photo transfer
  • Picture-in-picture view
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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WiFi Camera makes a great remote-photography tool! Set up one device to take a group photo, and use the other as a remote! WiFi Camera will allow you to connect two iOS devices wirelessly. You will be able to receive and transmit the camera view with the other device, in addition to sending photo capture requests, which will take a full-resolution photo on the receiving device, transfer it to the requesting device, and save the photo on both devices. Simply download WiFi Camera, install and run it on two devices or more, and it works like a charm! NOTE: You need to install and run WiFi Camera on two devices, one of which should have a camera. - Works on all iPhones, iPads, iPod Touches! (iOS 7.0+) - Fast image streaming - WiFi or Bluetooth connection - Picture-in-picture view of what is being transmitted - Beautiful, intuitive interface - One-touch connect & disconnect - Interface rotates with the device - Facetime-like interface Connection Issues? It is possible that your wireless network does not support the Bonjour Networking protocol that WiFi Camera utilizes. You should make sure that both devices are successfully connected to the same wireless network and that there is successful connectivity. If this does not work, it is recommended that bluetooth be turned on for both devices.

About

Remote Video Controller

Control video recording on another device over the internet without complex pairing or shared Apple IDs. Turn any compatible device into a remote player for seamless video capture.

Highlights
  • Internet-based device control
  • No Bluetooth pairing required
  • Control devices with different Apple IDs
  • Use any device as a player
  • Remote recording start/stop
  • Adjust recording orientation
Features
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"Remote Video Controller" is an app that allows you to remotely control video recording via the internet. ~ Features ~ - Device Interconnectivity Beyond Bluetooth Limits No tedious pairing required. Connections that are impossible with standard Bluetooth—such as controlling an iPad from your Apple Watch—are easily achieved via the internet. - Control Anyone’s Device, Regardless of Apple ID There is no need for iCloud syncing or using the same Apple ID. You can even control a friend’s device with a different Apple ID simply by sharing a keyword. - Turn Any Device into Your Player! By installing the free receiver app ("Remote Video Recorder"), you can remotely control not only iPad but even another iPhone from your iPhone. ~ Setup Guide (Connecting the Two Apps) ~ 1. "Remote Video Controller" will automatically generate a 6-digit keyword upon startup. 2. Enter that 6-digit keyword into "Remote Video Recorder". 3. Tap the red circle button at the top to record and confirm that the video is saved to the Photos app. 4. Use the angle button to the right to rotate the recording and save it at your preferred orientation. 5. Ensure you are connected to the internet, then tap the antenna button in the top right. 6. Return to "Remote Video Controller" and confirm that you can start recording remotely. 7. Once finished, tap the antenna button again to end the remote session. *Steps 2-5 and 7 are performed within the separate app, "Remote Video Recorder". Remote Video Controller Subscription: 1 month auto-renewable subscription *A paid subscription is required to access all features. Privacy Policy: https://shin-app.tech/en/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

WiFi Camera4 screens
Remote Video Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WiFi Camera at 2.7 against Remote Video Controller's 1.0. WiFi Camera also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (45% vs 29%). Remote Video Controller's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 12 months) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

WiFi Camera costs $1.99 and Remote Video Controller $0.99 up front. Remote Video Controller sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. WiFi Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WiFi Camera holds the better App Store score, 2.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WiFi Camera has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of WiFi Camera's written reviews are positive against 29% of Remote Video Controller's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WiFi Camera ships an update every 12 months, Remote Video Controller every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
WiFi Camera versus Remote Video Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWiFi CameraRemote Video Controller
Price$1.99$0.99 — better
Rating2.7 (9 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews — better28.6% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS8.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel Amitaykobunachou ozawa

Customer experience

WiFi Camera

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral22.2%
Negative44.4%
Written reviews233 reviews
Positive45.5%
Neutral6.4%
Negative48.1%

Remote Video Controller

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%

Bugs and requests

WiFi Camera

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App crashes on iOS 12 and later versions
  • App fails to open on newer iOS versions
  • Devices cannot connect despite being on same network
  • Connection drops after taking photos
  • Black or corrupted saved images
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  • Preview image quality extremely poor
  • Exposure settings incorrect (too bright or too dark)
  • Click-to-focus not functioning
  • App blocks device from sleeping after disconnection
  • Incompatibility with Canon and other non-Apple cameras
  • Notifications cause disconnections

Requested features

12 requests
  • Video recording functionality
  • Zoom controls for camera
  • Flash control and activation
  • Timer/delay mode for self-portraits
  • Auto-pairing for trusted devices
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  • Auto-accept connections between paired devices
  • Faster photo capture between shots
  • Grid overlay and HDR support
  • Ability to disable auto-save to both devices
  • Cross-platform support (non-Apple devices)
  • Better photo preview quality
  • Improved exposure control

Remote Video Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

WiFi Camera

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Remote Video Controller

Subscriptions1
  • A control keyword will be provided.$0.991 Month

Questions

Is WiFi Camera free?
WiFi Camera costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Remote Video Controller free?
Remote Video Controller costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WiFi Camera or Remote Video Controller?
WiFi Camera is rated higher. WiFi Camera averages 2.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Remote Video Controller averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do WiFi Camera or Remote Video Controller have ads?
Neither WiFi Camera nor Remote Video Controller shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WiFi Camera or Remote Video Controller?
WiFi Camera ships an update every 12 months, and Remote Video Controller every 4 days. Most recently, WiFi Camera was updated on October 13, 2026 and Remote Video Controller on September 30, 2026.

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