# i vs IP Camera Viewer

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.0 against i's 2.8. IP Camera Viewer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 126). i's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IP Camera Viewer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. i asks for nothing beyond the download.

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 126, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of i's written reviews are positive against 39% of IP Camera Viewer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

i ships an update every 6 weeks, IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | i | IP Camera Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (126 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-smart-viewer/id399765847/reviews) | **[4.0 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 126 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **46.3% of reviews** | 39.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 298 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GNET SYSTEM CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/399765850) | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) |

## What reviewers say

### i

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/i-smart-viewer/id399765847)

View your DVR system in real-time directly from your iPhone or iPod. Monitor live feeds with options for single or quad screen display, and capture still images directly to your device.

**Highlights:** Real-time DVR access, Live monitoring, 1/4 screen division, Capture still images

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works well for some users
- 👍 Connects quickly on Wi-Fi/4G (historical)
- 👍 Faster after bug fix (historical)
- 👍 Works on iPhone and iPad (historical)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Constantly hangs on connection
- 🐛 Connect failed notice
- 🐛 Settings not saving
- 🐛 Does not work with iOS updates
- 🐛 App freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Connect Failed Notice
- Settings not saving
- Constantly hung on connection screen
- App freezes and timed out when connecting
- App not functioning, stuck on 'connecting'

**Requested features**

- Update app for iOS compatibility
- Add voice feature
- Add audio on the app
- Add more viewing configurations
- Add video recording method


### IP Camera Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272)

Transform your ONVIF, RTSP, or WiFi cameras into a robust home security system. This app offers smooth live viewing and control across multiple Apple devices, providing a secure, private alternative to manufacturer-specific apps without mandatory cloud services.

**Highlights:** Network camera discovery, ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG camera support, Two-way audio communication, Multi-camera dashboards, PTZ control, Motion detection and recording, Remote secure access

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $74.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast camera loading
- 🚀 Simultaneous multi-camera viewing
- 🚀 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and freezes
- 🐛 Buggy updates causing data loss
- 🔒 Concerns over data collection and privacy
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 💰 Lack of one-time purchase option

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras disappearing after updates
- Inability to add/edit cameras
- Unresponsive PTZ controls
- Connectivity issues when away from home network

**Requested features**

- Motion detection and alerts
- Remote access and monitoring
- PTZ camera controls
- Ability to view camera storage/recordings
- Customizable camera layouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is i free?

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

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

IP Camera Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, i or IP Camera Viewer?

IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. i averages 2.8 out of 5 from 126 ratings, while IP Camera Viewer averages 4.0 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do i or IP Camera Viewer have ads?

Neither i nor IP Camera Viewer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, i or IP Camera Viewer?

i ships an update every 6 weeks, and IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. Most recently, i was updated on November 1, 2026 and IP Camera Viewer on November 6, 2026.

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