Comparison

Epson iProjection vs Swann Security

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

Head to head
About

Epson iProjection

Wirelessly project your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch screen, documents, and photos to a compatible Epson projector. Easily connect by scanning a QR code, and even annotate projected images. Supports up to 50 devices and simultaneous screen displays.

Highlights
  • Mirror device screen and audio
  • Project photos and documents
  • Real-time camera projection
  • QR code projector connection
  • Multi-device connectivity
  • Image annotation tool
  • Projector remote control
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Epson iProjection is a wireless projection app for iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod® touch. This app makes it easy to mirror your device's screen, and project documents and photos wirelessly to a supported Epson projector. [Key Features] 1. Mirror your device’s screen and output your device’s audio from the projector. 2. Project your photos in the "Photos" app, project documents loaded in this app, and project in real-time video from your device's camera. 3. Easily connect your device by scanning a projected QR code. 4. Connect up to 50 devices to the projector, display up to four screens simultaneously, and share your projected image with the other connected devices. 5. Annotate projected images with a pen tool and save the edited images on your device. 6. Control the projector like a remote control. [Notes] • For supported projectors, visit https://support.epson.net/projector_appinfo/iprojection/en/. You can also check "Supported Projectors" in the app's support menu. • While mirroring your device’s screen, video and audio may be delayed depending on the device and network specifications. Only unprotected content can be projected. • Use the mirroring feature to project videos in the "Photos" app. [About Projecting Documents] • The following file types are supported when projecting using "Documents". - Microsoft® Word - Microsoft® Excel - Microsoft® PowerPoint - Keynote - PDF - JPG - PNG - The file types mentioned above are also supported when stored in cloud file services • Depending on the document, the projected image may differ from the image on the computer or at the time of creation, for example, some characters may not be projected correctly. If this occurs, use the mirroring feature ("Mirror device screen") instead. • Animations and screen transition effects, videos, and audio are not played. Use the mirroring feature to play them. • We recommend testing the projection in advance when using this app for presentations. [Using the App] Make sure that the network settings for the projector have been completed. 1. Switch the input source on the projector to "LAN". Network information is displayed. 2. Connect to the same network as the projector from "Settings" > "Wi-Fi" on your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch. 3. Start Epson iProjection and connect to the projector. 4. Select and project from "Mirror device screen", "Photos", "Documents", "Web Page", or "Camera". [App permissions] The app requires the following permissions for specific features. 【Required】 Local Network - Search for and connect to the projector. 【Optional】] Photo - Project selected photos from the device to the projector. * You can use the app without granting the optional permissions, but some features may not work. All images are examples and may differ from the actual screens.

About

Swann Security

Manage your wired and wireless security systems from a single application. View live feeds from compatible Wi-Fi cameras and DVR/NVR series. Stay connected to your home or business security from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Unified control of security systems
  • Seamless integration of wired and wireless solutions
  • Live viewing of Wi-Fi cameras
  • Compatibility with DVR and NVR series
  • Remote access to security feeds
Features
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With Swann Security, everything is controllable via this single app. Swann’s wired security systems, including all of our latest DVR and NVR series, now work seamlessly with wireless solutions such as Swann's new range of Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi security cameras. A list of products that work with this app can be found here: https://www.swann.com/us/apps Please note that other Swann CCTV and IP camera models will not work with this app. This page will be updated as new compatible products are released. Note: This app uses a data stream that will connect to your Swann system via 4G/5G or Wi-Fi. When using 4G/5G, the video from your Swann device may be considered "downloads" by your phone service provider and could contribute to any download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed any plan limits you may incur additional usage charges. Consult with your mobile service provider regarding the use of a video streaming app and how it may affect your plan. For assistance with this app, contact Swann Tech Support – tech@swann.com

Screenshots

Epson iProjection4 screens
Swann Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Epson iProjection at none against Swann Security's 11. Swann Security's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). 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. Swann Security sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Epson iProjection asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Swann Security holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Swann Security has 75K ratings behind it against 3.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Epson iProjection's written reviews are positive against 26% of Swann Security's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Epson iProjection ships an update every 6 months, Swann Security every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Epson iProjection versus Swann Security: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEpson iProjectionSwann Security
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3.4K ratings)4.7 (75K ratings) — better
Positive reviews19.8% of reviews25.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.4K75K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#109 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB143 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeiko Epson CorporationSwann Communications Pty Ltd

Customer experience

Epson iProjection

All ratings3,395 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative14.0%
Written reviews293 reviews
Positive19.8%
Neutral8.2%
Negative72.0%

Swann Security

All ratings75,228 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews1,092 reviews
Positive25.6%
Neutral8.2%
Negative66.1%

User reviews

Epson iProjection

From 3.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Wireless connectivity
  • 💡 Helpful for presentations
  • 🔒 Secure connection

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues
  • 🐛 Buggy app
  • 🚫 Limited functionality
  • 🚫 No video streaming

Swann Security

From 75K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy installation
  • 🔒 Good camera quality
  • 👍 Reliable system when working
  • 👍 Useful app features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable app
  • 🔍 Slow live view and playback
  • 🔍 Frequent disconnections and offline issues
  • 🔍 Poor motion detection and false alerts
  • 🔋 Poor battery life on wireless cameras

Bugs and requests

Epson iProjection

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Fails to detect projector
  • Issues with PowerPoint/Keynote presentations
  • Formatting problems with shared content

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add screen mirroring capability
  • Support for more file formats
  • Improve video streaming
  • Integrate with cloud storage services
  • Enhance presentation features

Swann Security

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Inability to download/save recorded videos
  • Inconsistent time/date stamps on recordings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow more camera and settings control from app
  • Improve playback functionality and organization
  • Add option to continuously record instead of motion-based
  • Integrate with smart home platforms like Google/Alexa

In-app purchases

None

Epson iProjection

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Swann Security

Subscriptions11
  • Essential$1.991 Month
  • Extra3 Months trial$4.991 Month
  • ActiveResponse7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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  • Unlimited3 Months trial$12.991 Month
  • Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Pro Video7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Extra3 Months trial$49.991 Year
  • ActiveResponse$49.991 Year
  • Unlimited3 Months trial$129.991 Year
  • Pro7 Days trial$149.991 Year
  • Pro Video7 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Epson iProjection free?
Epson iProjection is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Swann Security free?
Swann Security is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Epson iProjection or Swann Security?
Swann Security is rated higher. Epson iProjection averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while Swann Security averages 4.7 from 75K ratings.
Do Epson iProjection or Swann Security have ads?
Neither Epson iProjection nor Swann Security shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Epson iProjection or Swann Security?
Epson iProjection ships an update every 6 months, and Swann Security every 3 weeks. Most recently, Epson iProjection was updated on September 24, 2026 and Swann Security on September 24, 2026.

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