Comparison

TapCMS vs Videoloft

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

Head to head
About

TapCMS

Monitor and control an unlimited number of DVRs remotely. This app offers advanced features like H.264 decoding, dual-streaming video, and two-way audio for comprehensive surveillance.

Highlights
  • Remote DVR monitoring and control
  • H.264 decode capability
  • Dual-streaming video
  • Two-way audio
  • Alarm input/output control
  • PTZ control
  • Live/playback display formats
Features
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The TapCMS for iPhone is designed for use with DVRs. With state-of-the-art technology, virtually unlimited number of DVRs can be monitored and controlled. The main features are: . Remote monitoring and control for virtually unlimited number of DVRs, . H.264 decode capability, . Dual-streaming video, . Two-way audio, . Alarm input monitoring and alarm output control, . PTZ control, . 1/4/9/16 live/playback display formats, . Playback search by time or event, . Versatile playback operations, . Log display, . Snapshot video, and . Password to access DVRs.

About

Videoloft

Centralize your surveillance system with this cloud-based video management solution. Access live and recorded footage from any device, manage multiple sites and cameras from a single platform, and benefit from secure offsite cloud backup. Upgrade your existing CCTV hardware without replacement.

Highlights
  • Centralized multi-site visibility
  • Affordable cloud VMS
  • Access from any device
  • Secure offsite cloud backup
  • Enterprise-grade user management
  • Integrates with existing hardware
Features
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Videoloft is the simple, secure, and affordable way to centralize your surveillance system and modernize the way you manage your CCTV. Whether you’re overseeing a single office or hundreds of sites, Videoloft transforms your existing cameras into a powerful Cloud Video Management System (VMS) that works seamlessly across mobile and web apps. Multi site visibility, one app No more juggling multiple recorders, logins, or apps. Videoloft’s cloud based CCTV viewer mobile app and web-based VMS bring all your cameras - across different brands, recorders, and sites - into one central platform. Perfect for enterprises managing security across offices, retail chains, warehouses, or campuses. Affordable cloud VMS at scale Videoloft delivers enterprise grade video management at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions. Eliminate expensive servers and recorders, reduce IT overhead, and scale effortlessly as your business grows. Access from anywhere, on any device Whether you’re in the office, on the go, or at home, Videoloft keeps you connected. Instantly view live and recorded footage from the Videoloft app or securely log into the web-based VMS on your desktop. Never lose critical footage Protect your organization against recorder failures, theft, or damage with secure offsite cloud backup. Record locally and to the cloud, or capture directly to the cloud at up to 4K (8MP) resolution. Access video anytime via the app or web platform. Enterprise-grade user management Add unlimited users at no additional cost and control exactly who can view, manage, or share footage. Ideal for businesses with multiple stakeholders or distributed security teams. Upgrade, don’t replace Videoloft integrates with the hardware you already own. Compatible with leading brands like Hikvision, Dahua, Uniview, Axis, Lorex, Wisenet, and more, plus any ONVIF-compatible cameras. Simply connect via the Videoloft Cloud Adapter to get going - setup is quick, remote, and requires no complex IT configuration. Compatible cameras, NVRs and DVRs Videoloft works with a wide range of IP cameras, NVRs, and DVRs, including all Axis, Hikvision (and OEMs), Dahua, Unv, and Lorex devices, plus any ONVIF supported models from brands like Amcrest, Bosch, Panasonic, Sony, Vivotek, and Wisenet. Videoloft makes enterprise level video management simple, secure, and affordable. Manage all your sites from one powerful platform. Upgrade your surveillance system today without replacing it. For terms of service and privacy policy, visit videoloft.com/terms and videoloft.com/privacy.

Screenshots

TapCMS4 screens
Videoloft4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Videoloft at 100% against TapCMS's 20%. Videoloft also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.8) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). TapCMS's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Videoloft holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 57 and 66 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of TapCMS's written reviews are positive against 100% of Videoloft's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TapCMS ships an update every 2 months, Videoloft monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TapCMS versus Videoloft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTapCMSVideoloft
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (57 ratings)4.8 (66 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5766 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeeplet Technology Corp.Videoloft Ltd

Customer experience

TapCMS

All ratings57 ratings
Positive17.5%
Neutral5.3%
Negative77.2%
Written reviews158 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral8.9%
Negative70.9%

Videoloft

All ratings66 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

TapCMS

Reported bugs

23 issues
  • Removes date time stamp from video
  • Cannot zoom on PTZ mode
  • No fast view on iPad
  • Requires many attempts to connect
  • Stopped working outside home network
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  • Does not work on iOS 14.5
  • Connectivity problems after last update
  • Failure to connect on iOS 13.6 (external 4G)
  • Cannot set range for motion detection
  • Crashes
  • Only works on home WiFi
  • Does not synchronize well
  • Cannot connect to WiFi based device after last update
  • Cannot connect when off WiFi
  • Cannot connect to view cameras unless on home WiFi
  • Only works if connected to WiFi
  • Cannot click to zoom each camera individually
  • Stopped working with Wirepath system after update
  • Error disconnected message
  • PTZ controls reversed
  • Password field only accepts numbers
  • Crashes on iOS 7
  • Intermittent connection

Requested features

11 requests
  • Update app or provide working alternative
  • Make app easier to use
  • Improve navigation, search, and replay abilities
  • Update app to keep up with competitors
  • Add dark mode option
Show 6 more
  • Improve motion detection range settings
  • Fix PTZ controls
  • Restore lost features after updates
  • Improve remote access functionality
  • Update for latest iOS versions
  • Provide troubleshooting support

Videoloft

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TapCMS

No in-app purchases

None

Videoloft

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TapCMS free?
TapCMS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Videoloft free?
Videoloft is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TapCMS or Videoloft?
Videoloft is rated higher. TapCMS averages 1.8 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while Videoloft averages 4.8 from 66 ratings.
Do TapCMS or Videoloft have ads?
Neither TapCMS nor Videoloft shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TapCMS or Videoloft?
TapCMS ships an update every 2 months, and Videoloft monthly. Most recently, TapCMS was updated on October 18, 2026 and Videoloft on October 14, 2026.

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