Comparison

i vs Aaron

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

Head to head
About

i

Remotely monitor live video from security cameras on iOS devices. View multiple cameras, take snapshots, and control PTZ functions. Supports up to 64 channels and various video codecs.

Highlights
  • Remote live video monitoring
  • Multi-camera view
  • Snapshot support
  • PTZ control
  • Up to 64 channels
  • Push notifications
  • Playback support
Features
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i-Security is a free app specially built for iOS devices that allows you to remotely monitor live video from security cameras through i-Security Surveillance systems. Users can view multiple cameras simultaneously by 3G or WiFi. It also supports snapshots and physical / digital PTZ control. Features on i-Security: 1. Up to 64 channels of live view display 2. Can setup multiple servers (Single server connection) 3. Support Snapshots 4. Support Physical / Digital PTZ control (Depends on camera) 5. Preset point support (Depends on camera) 6. Digital Input/Output support 7. Support Megapixel resolution 8. Support Playback 9. Support Push Notification 10. Support findNVR (P2P) 11. Favorite view for all i-Security recording servers 12. New Event List Button 13. Support Audio 14. Support Demo Site 15. Support Talk 16. Support QR code Supported Systems Supported OS: iOS - iOS 8 above - iPhone 4 and above - iPad / iPad2 / iPad Air / iPad Air2 / iPad Pro Supported Video codec: -MJPEG -MPEG4 -H.264 -H.265

About

Aaron

Transform two devices into a reliable home security system. Monitor your home remotely with features like motion detection, two-way video, and HD quality streaming. Supports a wide range of cameras and offers unlimited device pairing.

Highlights
  • Multi-device monitoring
  • Two-way video
  • HD video quality
  • Motion detection
  • HomeKit & Onvif camera support
  • Unlimited reach (Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, LTE, 5G)
  • MAC app support
Features
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A RELIABLE SECURITY CAMERA IN YOUR POCKET Connect 2 phones & keep your home safe with the Aaron Home Security app. ALL FEATURES: The application offers a lot of features that each of you will definitely use. You can read more about the individual functions in the following paragraphs. • Unlimited reach (Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G, LTE, 5G) • Multi device monitoring • 2 – Way video • HD video quality • Supports HomeKit cameras • Supports Onvif cameras • Supports MAC APP • Motion detection • Zoom • Screenshots A SECURITY CAMERA IN YOUR POCKET To create a custom surveillance system in your home, all you need is at least 2 devices (phone or tablet) with the Aaron Home Security app. Connect them and transform them into the perfect IP camera. UNLIMITED REACH The app switches seamlessly between WiFi, 3G, 4G, and LTE based on where you are. Keep monitoring whether you are next door or on the other side of the planet. MULTI DEVICE MONITORING Aaron Home Security supports an unlimited number of devices. So you can pair as many devices as you want. 2-WAY VIDEO In the full screen application you will see your household and at the same time in a small square yourself. HD VIDEO You can see your house perfectly anywhere, anytime thanks to the full-screen video. Aaron Home Security uses the most modern technology to ensure crystal clear live stream video monitoring. SUPPORTS HOMEKIT CAMERAS Thanks to the HomeKit platform, you can control your house without any complications. That's why we've added the ability to connect HomeKit cameras to our app. This will allow you to monitor your home quickly and easily. SUPPORTS ONVIF CAMERAS Thanks to the ONVIF support that our application has, you can not only easily control appliances, locks and lights in your home. But also monitor your house through Home Security. SUPPORTS MAC APP You can download the application in MAC. You pair with a mobile device and everything will work for you without any problems. This allows you to work on your computer while watching your home. MOTION DETECTION Any change in your home will be recorded using smart security, such as motion detection. ZOOM Zoom in on the video and capture unusual action when needed. SCREENSHOTS The application also allows you to capture an image of the current appearance of your display.

Screenshots

i3 screens
Aaron4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Aaron at 4.4 against i's 1.8. Aaron also leads on review sentiment (46% vs 20%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). i's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume and ads 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. Aaron sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. i asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Aaron holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 45 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of i's written reviews are positive against 46% of Aaron's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

i ships an update every 2 months, Aaron monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
i versus Aaron: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriAaron
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (20 ratings)4.4 (45 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews46.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2045 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB583 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBiotech Lab Inc.Master Home Security s.r.o.

Customer experience

i

All ratings20 ratings
Positive10.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative80.0%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral2.9%
Negative77.1%

Aaron

All ratings45 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral4.4%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive46.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative53.8%

In-app purchases

None

i

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Aaron

Subscriptions2
  • 1 MONTH of Premium Account$3.991 Month
  • 1 YEAR of Premium Account$30.991 Year

Questions

Is i free?
i is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aaron free?
Aaron is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, i or Aaron?
Aaron is rated higher. i averages 1.8 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Aaron averages 4.4 from 45 ratings.
Do i or Aaron have ads?
Neither i nor Aaron shows ads.
Which is updated more often, i or Aaron?
i ships an update every 2 months, and Aaron monthly. Most recently, i was updated on October 29, 2026 and Aaron on October 24, 2026.

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