Comparison

GV vs AXIS Installer

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

Head to head
About

GV

Access and manage GeoVision IP cameras and software remotely from your mobile device. View live feeds, playback recordings, control PTZ functions, and trigger outputs. Offers advanced features like fisheye dewarping and two-way audio for comprehensive surveillance.

Highlights
  • Remote live view
  • Playback recordings
  • Trigger outputs
  • Take snapshots
  • QR code connection
  • Two-way audio
  • PTZ controls
Features
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GV-Eye is a free remote view application, you can connect to GeoVision IP devices and software from your iOS mobile devices to remotely watch live view, play back recordings, trigger outputs, take snapshots and more. For questions or suggestions, contact GeoVision Support at support@geovision.com.tw Features - QR code scan for connecting to GeoVision software and IP devices (Paid Service) - MJPEG, H.264, H.265 codec at up to 4000 x 3000 resolution - Live display of multiple channels - Enable recording to the connected IP devices and software - Address book to save connection info for quick and direct access - Two-way audio - Video playback - PTZ controls such as presets, focus, zoom and speed- Force output devices to send alarms- Camera list share via QR code- 360 degree mode and VR mode supported for GV-VR360 - Fisheye dewarping for GeoVision fisheye cameras - Edge management for configuring IP address, device names and assigning storage paths

About

AXIS Installer

Simplify device installation by finding and configuring network-connected devices. Access user manuals and installation guides directly from your device. Scan product QR codes for quick access to documentation and view live video during setup.

Highlights
  • Find and configure network devices
  • Access product documentation
  • View live video during installation
  • QR code scanning for quick access
  • Replaces AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool
Features
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Device installation made easy. Find and configure Axis and third-party devices on your network and get access to all user manuals and installation guides conveniently from your pocket when installing Axis devices. Use AXIS Installer to scan the QR-code provided with the product in the box to quickly access the right product documentation. Key features: • Find and configure devices on your network • Quick access to product documentation • View live video on your mobile device or smartwatch while installing We update the app regularly. Install the latest version to get the newest features and improvements. Thank you for using AXIS Installer.

Screenshots

GV4 screens
AXIS Installer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: GV at 4.3 against AXIS Installer's 1.7. GV also leads on ratings volume (1.7K vs 6) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). AXIS Installer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. GV sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. AXIS Installer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GV holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GV has 1.7K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 22% of GV's written reviews are positive against 25% of AXIS Installer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GV ships an update every 3 months, AXIS Installer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
GV versus AXIS Installer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGVAXIS Installer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.7K ratings) — better1.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews22.0% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.7K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB54 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGeoVision incAXIS Communications AB

Customer experience

GV

All ratings1,655 ratings
Positive80.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews209 reviews
Positive22.0%
Neutral9.6%
Negative68.4%

AXIS Installer

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and requests

GV

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cameras not loading or going offline
  • Playback not working after updates
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Inconsistent performance across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add timeline-based playback
  • Improve multi-camera support
  • Implement motion detection alerts
  • Optimize for larger screen devices

AXIS Installer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GV

One-time1
  • 10 GB$1.99
None

AXIS Installer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GV free?
GV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AXIS Installer free?
AXIS Installer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GV or AXIS Installer?
GV is rated higher. GV averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while AXIS Installer averages 1.7 from 6 ratings.
Do GV or AXIS Installer have ads?
Neither GV nor AXIS Installer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GV or AXIS Installer?
GV ships an update every 3 months, and AXIS Installer monthly. Most recently, GV was updated on October 19, 2026 and AXIS Installer on October 20, 2026.

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