Comparison

Foscam Pro vs Foscam Camera Viewer

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

Head to head
About

Foscam Pro

Monitor and control multiple IP cameras, including Foscam models, with features like two-way audio, video recording, and motion detection. Offers flexible control methods and background audio listening for comprehensive surveillance.

Highlights
  • Two-way audio on compatible models
  • Video recording to camera roll
  • Motion and face detection
  • Preset camera position control
  • Background audio listening
  • Adjustable camera arrangement
  • Optional passcode lock
Features
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The app Foscam Pro is the most feature rich Foscam iPhone app and iPad app to take advantage of your Foscam IP cameras both HD and SD, as well as other MJPEG cameras. Alll the features you want and need are in one place. For almost all Foscam HD and SD cameras there is two-way audio, video recording, and image capture. Note: Foscam Pro is not made by or affiliated with Shenzhen Foscam Intelligent Technology. Please do not contact us with camera hardware problems. Thank you. Compatible cameras WITH two-way audio where supported: FI8905W, FI8908W, FI8909W, FI8910W, FI8916W, FI8918W, C1, FI9803P V2, FI9804P, FI9805, FI9805W, FI9816P, FI9821P, FI9821P V2, FI9821W, FI9821W V2, FI9821W V2.1, FI9826P V2, FI9826W, FI9828P, FI9828W, FI9831P+V2, FI9853EP, FI9900P, FosBaby, FosBaby P1 , C2, R2, and Insteon 2864-232. Compatible cameras WITHOUT audio: Foscam FI9821V1, FI8620, FI8608, Cis-co WVC-80N, D-Link DCS-942L, Agassio 522, Panasonic CL0230, and the WowWee Rovio robot. Other cameras might work but it is not guaranteed; choose a camera in the settings that looks similar. If you find cameras that are compatible, please let us know and we will add them to this list. To view your cameras remotely, you will have to setup dynamic DNS and/or port forwarding on your home router. Get your camera working with your browser first. Then setup the app. See this page for help: http://synapticedge.com/setupfoscam Need help? Tap the info button to contact us. Please contact your camera reseller for support with your initial setup. Current Feature Summary: ▶Preset camera position control ▶Two-way Audio on compatible models (see list above) ▶Listen to multiple cameras at the same time ▶Listen to camera audio while the app is in the background ▶Adjustable camera arrangement ▶Up to four camera groups ▶Live settings feedback ▶2 Control Methods ("No look" Joystick or Screen Drag) ▶Control of your camera's motion detection, ftp upload, and email and SD features (as applicable based on camera models) ▶Pan and Tilt Speed Control ▶In App motion and face detection (with automatic image/video capture) for SD model cameras. ▶Video Recording to camera roll (with audio on compatible models) ▶Optional Passcode Lock ▶Fast multiple camera setup ▶Save/e-mail your camera settings to other users/devices The "no look" joystick allows you to look at the camera image while positioning the camera instead of needing to look at some tiny arrow buttons. Simple tap and hold anywhere near the joystick. The joystick will center on your finger. Then just drag in the direction you want to go. Push to talk makes talking through your camera easy. Simply hold the microphone button to talk and release to stop. Take pictures and videos with ease. Videos and images are captured instantly without interference, popups, or waiting. Images and videos are sent directly to your camera roll. You can email or upload them to YouTube from there. Fast, easy setup: Most people with multiple cameras have them setup with similar network settings, often only the port number is different. With Foscam Pro’s duplicate feature, setting up multiple cameras takes only a few seconds. Username and passwords can now be set up as defaults for new cameras. Setting up the same cameras on multiple devices? Foscam Pro allows you to e-mail your camera settings to yourself, coworkers, family or friends. Passwords are no longer included in the configuration file. Additionally, Foscam Pro allows you to use local addresses for when you are on the same network as the cameras, and remote addresses for when you are away from the home location. This allows you to get the best connection no matter where you are. Want to save bandwidth? Foscam Pro has three bandwidth saving modes to choose from for 89xx series models. Foscam Pro is a universal app. This means it is a Foscam iPhone app, a Foscam iPad app, and a Foscam iPod app. You only have to buy it once.

About

Foscam Camera Viewer

Connect to and monitor your Foscam IP cameras remotely. View live feeds, control pan and tilt, record video, and take snapshots with a user-friendly interface. Supports secure connections and optimized battery usage for extended viewing.

Highlights
  • View H.264, Mpeg4, Jpeg, Mjpeg cameras
  • Remote pan, tilt, and preset control
  • Record video and take snapshots
  • Hand and optical zooming
  • Secure HTTPS/SSL connection
  • Battery optimized viewing
  • Selectable video scaling
Features
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!!! NOTICE: We are a third party developers team who developed this application to view Foscam IP cameras. We do not sell or distribute any of Foscam products.. Keep a close eye on what's happening in your home or office. Let you connect to your Foscam IP cameras, monitor them (view, control, record remotely). Main features: - Viewing H.264 (hardware accelerated), Mpeg4, Jpeg or Mjpeg cameras. - Hand zooming or Optical zooming (for supported cameras). - Easy to record video or take snapshot with several taps. - Pan, tilt or move to predefined presets (for PTZ cameras). - Support HTTPS/SSL (secure connection). - Battery optimized for long viewing time, especially when viewing multiple cameras at once. - Selectable video scaling mode that fits your device's screen. - Very easy to use interface. Supported models: - C1/C2 - FosBaby / P1 - FI8602W - FI8605W - FI8606W - FI8607W - FI8608W - FI8609W - FI8610W - FI8620W - FI8900W - FI8901W - FI8902W - FI8903W - FI8904W - FI8905W/E - FI8906W - FI8907W - FI8908W - FI8909W - FI8910W/E - FI8911W - FI8915W - FI8916W - FI8918W/E - FI8919W - FI8920W - FI8921W - FI8926P - FI8928W - FI8931W - FI931W - FI9800 - FI9801 - FI9802 - FI9803 - FI9804 - FI9805 - FI9810 - FI9818 - FI9820 - FI9821 - FI9826 - FI9828 - FI9831 - FI9832 - FI9851 - FI9853 - FI9900 - FI9903 - FI9904 - FI9909 - FI9961 - R1/R2 - . . . Product page: https://tech24h.vn/apps/legacy-camera-viewer/index.html Terms of Use: https://tech24h.vn/apps/legacy-camera-viewer/terms.html

Screenshots

Foscam Pro4 screens
Foscam Camera Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Foscam Camera Viewer at Free against Foscam Pro's $4.99. Foscam Pro's advantage is rating (3.3 vs 2.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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

Foscam Camera Viewer is free to download; Foscam Pro costs $4.99 up front. Foscam Camera Viewer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Foscam Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Foscam Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Foscam Pro has 367 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Foscam Pro's written reviews are positive against 36% of Foscam Camera Viewer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Foscam Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, Foscam Camera Viewer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
Foscam Pro versus Foscam Camera Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFoscam ProFoscam Camera Viewer
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (367 ratings) — better2.8 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews56.8% of reviews — better35.7% of reviews
Number of ratings367 — better26
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSynaptic Edge LLCHAI PHAM VU HOANG

Customer experience

Foscam Pro

All ratings367 ratings
Positive56.4%
Neutral5.7%
Negative37.9%
Written reviews278 reviews
Positive56.8%
Neutral5.0%
Negative38.1%

Foscam Camera Viewer

All ratings26 ratings
Positive38.5%
Neutral15.4%
Negative46.2%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral10.7%
Negative53.6%

Bugs and requests

Foscam Pro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on startup or when adding new cameras
  • Connectivity issues, especially when using remote access
  • Audio and video quality problems
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for latest Foscam camera models
  • Improve reliability and stability
  • Introduce new features like video recording, alerts, etc.
  • Provide better customer support and timely updates

Foscam Camera Viewer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Foscam Pro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Foscam Camera Viewer

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Pro version$3.99

Questions

Is Foscam Pro free?
Foscam Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Foscam Camera Viewer free?
Foscam Camera Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Foscam Pro or Foscam Camera Viewer?
Foscam Pro is rated higher. Foscam Pro averages 3.3 out of 5 from 367 ratings, while Foscam Camera Viewer averages 2.8 from 26 ratings.
Do Foscam Pro or Foscam Camera Viewer have ads?
Foscam Camera Viewer shows ads; Foscam Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Foscam Pro or Foscam Camera Viewer?
Foscam Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, and Foscam Camera Viewer monthly. Most recently, Foscam Pro was updated on November 10, 2026 and Foscam Camera Viewer on November 1, 2026.

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