Comparison

1000eyes vs Miniscope

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

Head to head
About

1000eyes

Manage your Axis and Panasonic network cameras and video encoders directly from your iPhone, iPod, or iPad. Securely access live feeds and recordings, and control alarms via push notifications, phone, SMS, or email. No PC or complex network configurations are needed.

Highlights
  • Secure camera and recording access
  • Alarm control with push notifications
  • Manage multiple cameras and branches
  • No PC or port forwarding required
  • Direct mobile management
Features
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With the 1000eyes app, you always have your construction site in view. The app gives you mobile access to all cameras we have installed for you. Track construction progress from anywhere – at the office, on the go or from home. The app offers three key features: Live View: See in real time what is happening on your construction site. Switch between multiple cameras and check the current status with just a few taps. Archive: Access past recordings. Document the construction process seamlessly and retrieve specific points in time. Time-lapse: View construction progress as a time-lapse. Make developments over days, weeks or months visible at a glance. All data is processed in accordance with current data protection and data security standards. Your recordings are transmitted in encrypted form and are protected against unauthorised access on servers in German data centres. The 1000eyes app is designed for construction companies, project developers, architects and anyone who wants to keep a reliable eye on their construction site. Requirements for use: 1. A construction site camera supplied by 1000eyes. 2. Your personal 1000eyes client access credentials. There are no public access credentials.

About

Miniscope

Features
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This application is only applicable to devices with Type-C ports. Miniscope is the official companion app for the Centauri Optics Miniscope microscope. View live microscopic images, zoom in on details, and capture high‑quality photos or videos directly to your device. Full Description Miniscope app by Centauri Optics Miniscope app is the dedicated viewing app for the Centauri Optics Miniscope series of microscopes, transforming your iPad into a high‑resolution digital microscope interface. Connect your Miniscope via USB‑C and start exploring the microscopic world instantly, no complicated setup required. Key Features: Live Video Feed – View real‑time images from your Miniscope with smooth, high‑resolution streaming. Zoom Function – Pinch to zoom or use on‑screen controls to examine fine details in your samples. Image and Video Capture – Take high‑quality still images or record full‑motion videos directly from the live feed. Time‑Lapse Recording – Document slow processes like crystal formation, microorganism movement, or plant cell changes. Simple Storage and Sharing – Save files directly to your device for easy access in reports, presentations, or archives. Plug‑and‑Play Simplicity – Just connect via USB‑C to start observing immediately. Ideal For: Classroom demonstrations and hands‑on STEM learning Student projects and science experiments Hobbyists exploring plant, water, or material samples Fieldwork and mobile microscopy setups The Miniscope app makes digital microscopy simple, portable, and precise, giving you a clear window into the hidden world.

Screenshots

1000eyes3 screens
Miniscope3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Miniscope at every 2 months against 1000eyes's every 14 months. 1000eyes's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1000eyes ships an update every 14 months, Miniscope every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
1000eyes versus Miniscope: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1000eyesMiniscope
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB20 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer1000eyes GmbHCentauri Optics Limited

In-app purchases

None

1000eyes

No in-app purchases

None

Miniscope

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 1000eyes free?
1000eyes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Miniscope free?
Miniscope is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 1000eyes or Miniscope have ads?
Neither 1000eyes nor Miniscope shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 1000eyes or Miniscope?
1000eyes ships an update every 14 months, and Miniscope every 2 months. Most recently, 1000eyes was updated on November 1, 2026 and Miniscope on November 8, 2026.

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