Comparison

TRENDnet CloudView vs UniCam

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

Head to head
About

TRENDnet CloudView

Access live video streams from compatible TRENDnet cloud cameras directly on your mobile device. Connect wirelessly or via 3G for remote viewing anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Live video streaming
  • Remote viewing
  • Wireless connection
  • 3G connection support
  • Compatible TRENDnet camera models
Features
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TRENDnet CloudView software allows you to view live video from a TRENDnet cloud camera . View live video through your mobile device via a wireless or 3G connection. Supported TRENDnet Cloud camera models: •TV-IP751WC •TV-IP751WIC •TV-IP851WC •TV-IP851WIC •TV-IP762IC •TV-IP862IC •TV-IP743SIC •TV-IP745SIC Supported Platforms: •support iOS 6.1 or later

About

UniCam

Transform old phones into smart security cameras with AI-powered alerts. Customize notifications to detect specific events, monitor live streams, and communicate remotely. Supports a wide range of IP cameras and offers a privacy-focused design.

Highlights
  • AI Event Analysis for custom alerts
  • Repurpose old phones as cameras
  • Universal IP camera support
  • 24/7 live streaming
  • Two-way audio and siren
  • Pan-Tilt-Zoom control
  • Apple TV integration
Features
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Turn any spare iPhone or iPad into an AI-powered security camera — and tell it, in your own words, exactly what matters. AI EVENT ANALYSIS Type what you want to know — "alert me if a person enters the backyard", "notify me when the baby climbs out of the crib", "tell me if the dog gets on the couch" — and whenever your mobile camera records motion, UniCam's AI reviews the recording and notifies you only when it matches. No more alert spam. Just the moments you asked for. SIRI AND EVENT SEARCH Ask Siri to open a camera, search your events, turn alerts on or off or set up AI Analysis. Say “Show Front Door in UniCam” or “Search UniCam events.” In Events, type “dog in the garden” and UniCam finds the matching events from the last 7 days. KEY FEATURES: * AI Event Analysis: AI reviews the motion recordings from your mobile cameras and alerts you only about what you asked for * Multi-Purpose Mobile Camera: convert old phones into baby monitors, pet cams, dashcams, or security cameras — no extra hardware needed * Universal IP Camera Support: connect ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG, and HLS cameras from Hikvision, Dahua, Reolink, and many more * 24/7 Live Streaming: watch from anywhere over WiFi, LTE, or 5G — on iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV * Instant Motion Alerts: get notified the moment movement is detected * Two-Way Audio: talk to family or pets, or deter intruders with the built-in siren * Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Control: manage supported IP cameras remotely with full directional and zoom control * Smart Camera Discovery: auto-detect IP cameras on your local network for quick setup * Groups: see your cameras side by side in a mosaic and build custom multi-camera views * Picture-in-Picture: keep watching your camera while you use other apps * Event timeline: see a thumbnail of every event and play back its recording * Privacy-Focused Design: your data remains secure and private PERFECT FOR: * Baby Monitor: watch your little one with live video and smart, AI-filtered alerts * Pet Camera: check in on your pets and talk to them while you're away * Home Security: turn any device into a WiFi security camera for enhanced protection * Nanny Cam and Dashcam: flexible monitoring wherever you need it APPLE TV INTEGRATION: Stream your mobile and IP cameras directly to your Apple TV for a larger viewing experience. Perfect for comprehensive home monitoring — your baby, pets, and home security on the big screen. QUICK AND EASY SETUP: Create your home security system in minutes with guided onboarding and in-app tutorials — no technical skills required. ECO-FRIENDLY SOLUTION: Repurpose old devices as WiFi cameras or monitors with no hidden costs. Compatible with iOS, iPadOS, and Apple TV. UNICAM PRO FEATURES: * Unlimited Device Connections * Multiple Simultaneous Streams * Enhanced Audio with Walkie-Talkie and Siren * HD Video Quality UNICAM MAX FEATURES: * Everything in PRO, plus AI Event Analysis with custom prompts SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS: Upgrade to UniCam PRO for premium features like HD viewing and unlimited devices, or UniCam MAX to add AI Event Analysis. Subscription auto-renews unless canceled 24 hours before the period ends. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings. ONVIF AND IP CAMERA SUPPORT: UniCam is compatible with a wide range of IP cameras, including those following the ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) standard, ensuring seamless integration with cameras from various manufacturers. WHY CHOOSE UNICAM? UniCam is the only camera app you need: AI-filtered alerts that tell you what actually matters, ONVIF and RTSP support for your existing cameras, and the power to turn spare phones into smart cameras. Download now and let AI keep watch for you. Privacy Policy: https://unicam.app/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://unicam.app/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

TRENDnet CloudView4 screens
UniCam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: UniCam at 4.5 against TRENDnet CloudView's 2.3. UniCam also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). TRENDnet CloudView's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. UniCam sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. TRENDnet CloudView asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

UniCam holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 46 and 52 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of TRENDnet CloudView's written reviews are positive against 33% of UniCam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TRENDnet CloudView ships an update every 2 months, UniCam every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TRENDnet CloudView versus UniCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTRENDnet CloudViewUniCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (46 ratings)4.5 (52 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.2% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4652 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTRENDnet Inc.nittbit

Customer experience

TRENDnet CloudView

All ratings46 ratings
Positive32.6%
Neutral8.7%
Negative58.7%
Written reviews206 reviews
Positive28.2%
Neutral9.2%
Negative62.6%

UniCam

All ratings51 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews81 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral6.2%
Negative60.5%

Bugs and requests

TRENDnet CloudView

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Password change screen keyboard doesn't appear
  • Input fields become inactive during initial setup
  • App crashes when selecting camera to view
  • Cloud service connection failures
  • Audio not working on iOS devices
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  • App incompatible with iOS 11, 12, 13+ versions
  • Five-minute viewing time limit imposed
  • PTZ controls reversed for inverted cameras
  • Image stretched in landscape mode
  • Motion detection sending false alerts
  • Settings button non-functional
  • App closes when phone locks during monitoring
  • Notifications not pushing after iOS updates
  • Login credentials not saving between sessions

Requested features

12 requests
  • Update app for latest iOS compatibility
  • Implement preset camera positions
  • Add motion detection sensitivity controls
  • Enable background operation to prevent auto-lock
  • Support multiple camera view on single screen
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  • Add video recording capability
  • Improve audio quality
  • Add ability to reorder cameras via drag-and-drop
  • Implement easy motion alert toggle in app
  • Fix PTZ control reversal for ceiling-mounted cameras
  • Add day/night mode toggle
  • Improve password change field functionality

UniCam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TRENDnet CloudView

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

UniCam

Subscriptions4
  • PRO - 1 Month$3.991 Month
  • MAX - 1 Month$9.991 Month
  • PRO - 6 months$19.996 Months
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  • PRO - 1 Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • Starter Version2 variants$1.99
  • Standard Version2 variants$3.99
  • Advanced Version$7.99
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  • PRO version$9.99

Questions

Is TRENDnet CloudView free?
TRENDnet CloudView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is UniCam free?
UniCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TRENDnet CloudView or UniCam?
UniCam is rated higher. TRENDnet CloudView averages 2.3 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while UniCam averages 4.5 from 52 ratings.
Do TRENDnet CloudView or UniCam have ads?
Neither TRENDnet CloudView nor UniCam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TRENDnet CloudView or UniCam?
TRENDnet CloudView ships an update every 2 months, and UniCam every 3 weeks. Most recently, TRENDnet CloudView was updated on November 1, 2026 and UniCam on November 3, 2026.

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