Comparison

iCMOB vs MSTC eAuction

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

Head to head
About

iCMOB

Monitor and control live video streams from cameras and video encoders. Offers features like flexible live previews, instant cloud viewing, real-time playback, and PTZ controls.

Highlights
  • Live video monitoring
  • Flexible live preview splits
  • Instant cloud viewing
  • Real-time playback
  • PTZ controls
  • Two-way audio communication
  • Device configuration
Features
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IOS Surveillance Software iCMOB, allows user to monitor and control live streaming from Camera’s And Video Encoders. Besides, Controlling Live View, it has some major features as mentioned below: -Easy GUI to control -Supports Flexible live preview Split up to 16 -Supports InstaOn- Instant cloud viewing for CP PLUS DVR/NVR and IP Cameras -Support scanning QR code(InstaOn ID) to add device -Support real-time playback while watching live preview -Support 4 channel Playback -Supports sliding feature to view next set of cameras -Supports digital zoom in live videos. -Support PTZ controls -Remote Configuration of Device -Switch to Main or Extra/Sub Stream in one click -Supports Two Way Talk -Create, Edit and View your Favorite cameras -Basic health monitoring like HDD status etc -Support Video Door Phone feature -Support create device card feature

About

MSTC eAuction

This official mobile application facilitates participation in general eAuctions. It provides a convenient platform for users to engage with auction processes directly from their mobile devices.

Highlights
  • Official mobile app
  • Facilitates eAuctions
  • Supports general auctions (O-type)
  • Convenient mobile access
Features
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Introducing the Official Mobile eAuction app from MSTC Limited for general auctions(O-type) Official MSTC mobile app for eAuction

Screenshots

iCMOB4 screens
MSTC eAuction4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iCMOB at 63% against MSTC eAuction's 8%. iCMOB also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 3). MSTC eAuction's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

iCMOB holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iCMOB has 2.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of iCMOB's written reviews are positive against 8% of MSTC eAuction's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCMOB ships an update every 4 months, MSTC eAuction monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iCMOB versus MSTC eAuction: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCMOBMSTC eAuction
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.1K ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews63.5% of reviews — better7.9% of reviews
Number of ratings2.1K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size284 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCP PLUSMSTC Limited

Customer experience

iCMOB

All ratings2,101 ratings
Positive95.4%
Neutral1.5%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews367 reviews
Positive63.5%
Neutral4.9%
Negative31.6%

MSTC eAuction

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive7.9%
Neutral5.3%
Negative86.8%

Bugs and requests

iCMOB

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Crashes on iOS 10 and newer
  • Playback feature not working
  • Unable to connect on mobile data
  • Time selection dropdown not visible
  • Notifications not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Multi-camera view customization
  • Advanced motion detection and alerts
  • Remote access from any network
  • Improved playback controls and timeline
  • Seamless integration with smart home devices

MSTC eAuction

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iCMOB

No in-app purchases

None

MSTC eAuction

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iCMOB free?
iCMOB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MSTC eAuction free?
MSTC eAuction is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iCMOB or MSTC eAuction?
iCMOB is rated higher. iCMOB averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while MSTC eAuction averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do iCMOB or MSTC eAuction have ads?
Neither iCMOB nor MSTC eAuction shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iCMOB or MSTC eAuction?
iCMOB ships an update every 4 months, and MSTC eAuction monthly. Most recently, iCMOB was updated on October 10, 2026 and MSTC eAuction on October 6, 2026.

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