Comparison

CCTV Camera Pros Mobile vs DVR Connect Play

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

Head to head
About

CCTV Camera Pros Mobile

Research and shop for video surveillance systems and security equipment. Includes tools for installers to assist with project planning, such as IP address lookup, port forwarding checks, and voltage calculations. Features articles, videos, and a notes section for project details.

Highlights
  • Video surveillance system research
  • IP camera and CCTV equipment shopping
  • IP address lookup tool
  • Port forward checker
  • Voltage drop calculator
  • CCTV lens calculator
  • Installer notes section
Features
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CCTV Camera Pros mobile app allows users to research and shop for video surveillance systems, IP camera, BNC, security cameras, and CCTV equipment. Security installers will also find a handy set of tools in the app to assist with project planning and installations. There is also a live IP camera stream in the app. SECURITY INSTALLER TOOLS ► What is my IP address? - tool allows users to instantly find the IP address of the network gateway they are connected to. ► Port forward checker – supports testing port forwarding rules for DVRs and network IP cameras on site. ► Voltage drop calculator - having power issues? See if the cable you are using is the right gauge for the distance you are running it. ► Voltage to watts converter - easily convert volts, watts, and amps using this converter tool. ► CCTV lens calculator - calculate the proper lens for your application using the distance from the camera to the target area and the width of the target area. The app also contains articles from CCTV Camera Pros blog and videos from our video channel to keep users up to date on the latest product and industry information. We post a lot of demonstration videos and how to video based on the products that we supply. The notes section of the app provides a convenient place for installers to record information on installation projects they are working on. ABOUT CCTV CAMERA PROS CCTV Camera Pros is a manufacturer and distributor of security cameras, video surveillance systems, and CCTV equipment. We are a veteran owned business founded by a United States Marine. CCTV Camera Pros specializes in the design of video surveillance systems for homes, businesses of all sizes, and local and federal government agencies. CCTV Camera Pros has a complete portfolio of products including, security cameras, digital video recorders, monitors, cables, connectors, and all accessories needed for a complete surveillance system. For more information, please visit: www.cctvcamerapros.com

About

DVR Connect Play

Features
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The DVR Connect Play App allows you to connect to your DVR wirelessly and to manage its settings, download recorded media and view live video feed. Wireless Media Download Easily download recorded media from the DVR such as video and photos straight to your smartphone without removing the microSD card. Downloaded videos can be shared or transferred from your smartphone. Settings Management Easily change the DVR settings via the App such as video resolution, photo resolution, audio recording status, g-sensor sensitivity, loop recording duration, format SD card or reset DVR to its default settings. Live Video Live video lets you see your DVRs video feed in real time. Note Always save important footage once it is safe to do so and do not operate the App when driving for your own safety and others around you.

Screenshots

CCTV Camera Pros Mobile4 screens
DVR Connect Play4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: DVR Connect Play at none against CCTV Camera Pros Mobile's shown. DVR Connect Play also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 11 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, 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

CCTV Camera Pros Mobile ships an update every 11 months, DVR Connect Play every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CCTV Camera Pros Mobile versus DVR Connect Play: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCCTV Camera Pros MobileDVR Connect Play
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB105 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperCCTV Camera ProsNSV

In-app purchases

None

CCTV Camera Pros Mobile

No in-app purchases

None

DVR Connect Play

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CCTV Camera Pros Mobile free?
CCTV Camera Pros Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DVR Connect Play free?
DVR Connect Play is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CCTV Camera Pros Mobile or DVR Connect Play have ads?
CCTV Camera Pros Mobile shows ads; DVR Connect Play does not.
Which is updated more often, CCTV Camera Pros Mobile or DVR Connect Play?
CCTV Camera Pros Mobile ships an update every 11 months, and DVR Connect Play every 3 months. Most recently, CCTV Camera Pros Mobile was updated on October 17, 2026 and DVR Connect Play on September 21, 2026.

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