Comparison

Mini WebCam vs YF

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

Head to head
About

Mini WebCam

Transform your iPhone into a wireless webcam without needing extra software or hardware. Stream live video to a browser or another device on your network. Ideal for monitoring or quick video capture.

Highlights
  • Stream videos to WLAN
  • Integrated WebServer
  • Browser access via URL
  • Multiple client access
  • Flashlight support
  • Adjustable video quality and speed
  • Customizable webcam name and port
Features
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The application that turns your iPhone into a real webcam! No further software or hardware required. Just push the 'Start’ button and the transmission of your live video stream is being sent. Use your iPhone as a camera based baby monitor or transform your iPhone quickly into a video camera to monitor your Sunday roast. To view your live video you simply need a browser or another 'Mini WebCam'. Access via browser: Just enter the displayed URL in the address line of your web browser (for example http://192.168.1.1). No need for any further plug-ins or other requirements. Access via iPhone: Simply choose your webcam through the list of ‘Available Cams’ by click! Features: - Streaming of videos to the WLAN - Integrated WebServer - Supported browser: Safari (< 6.0), Firefox - Free choice of name for webcam - Free selectable port for the browser view - Supports as many 'Mini WebCams‘ as you choose and these will be diplayed clearly in form of a list. - Access for several clients to one 'Mini WebCam' is possible - Use the flashlight in dark environment - Choice of three quality levels (low, normal, high) - Choice of three different speed levels, from real time to single frames - Status of charging display - Bonjour More features coming soon! In the next version: - Picture rotation in the browser selectable - Support for IE - General bugfixing We thank all users for their numerous feedback!

About

YF

Features
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YF-Cam requires a wired or wireless endoscope to be connected for use. By connecting the endoscope, real-time image transmission can be achieved within the app. The software implements functions such as photography, video recording, and playback. Suitable for automotive repair and industrial industries

Screenshots

Mini WebCam4 screens
YF3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Mini WebCam at 4.2 against YF's 12.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

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

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Mini WebCam versus YF: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMini WebCamYF
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (90 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings90 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS4.2 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developerpripares阳 李

Bugs and requests

Mini WebCam

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App crashes constantly
  • Doesn't work on iPhone 6 with iOS 8.2
  • Incompatible with iPhone 5c
  • Web page won't load via URL
  • Garbled/gobbledegook characters in browser
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  • Server not supported error
  • WLAN connection error despite being connected
  • Freezes when closed
  • Port forwarding issues
  • Fails with Chrome browser
  • Installation installs wrong product (Skype Home)
  • Doesn't function on Windows with certain browsers

Requested features

13 requests
  • Audio recording capability
  • Password protection for feed
  • Chrome and Internet Explorer support
  • Front camera support
  • Continuous streaming while screen locked
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  • Video recording functionality
  • Zoom feature
  • Larger viewing window
  • Skype integration
  • Virtual camera driver for desktop
  • GSM/data network support
  • Control panel in web browser
  • Ability to work while device in rest mode

YF

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Mini WebCam

No in-app purchases

None

YF

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mini WebCam free?
Mini WebCam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is YF free?
YF is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mini WebCam or YF have ads?
Neither Mini WebCam nor YF shows ads.

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