TRENDnet CloudView vs UniCam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Live video streaming
- Remote viewing
- Wireless connection
- 3G connection support
- Compatible TRENDnet camera models
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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
UniCam
Transform spare devices into smart cameras for home security, baby monitoring, or pet watching. Seamlessly stream local IP cameras and CCTV systems with features like motion alerts and two-way audio.
- Multi-purpose mobile camera conversion
- Universal IP camera compatibility (ONVIF, RTSP)
- 24/7 live streaming
- Instant motion alerts
- Two-way audio communication
- Remote PTZ control
- Smart camera discovery
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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. 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/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: UniCam at 4.5 against TRENDnet CloudView's 2.3. UniCam also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). TRENDnet CloudView's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) 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
Both are free to download. UniCam sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. TRENDnet CloudView asks for nothing beyond the download.
UniCam holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 46 and 50 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of TRENDnet CloudView's written reviews are positive against 33% of UniCam's.
TRENDnet CloudView ships an update every 2 months, UniCam fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TRENDnet CloudView | UniCam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.3 (46 ratings) | 4.5 (50 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 28.2% of reviews | 33.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 46 | 50 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 95 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TRENDnet Inc. | nittbit |
Customer experience
TRENDnet CloudView
UniCam
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
TRENDnet CloudView
No in-app purchases
UniCam
- PRO - 1 Month$3.991 Month
- MAX - 1 Month$9.991 Month
- PRO - 6 months$19.996 Months
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- PRO - 1 year - 33% OFF$19.991 Year
- PRO - 1 Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- MAX - 1 Year$109.991 Year
- Starter Version2 variants$1.99
- Standard Version2 variants$3.99
- Advanced Version2 variants$7.99
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- PRO version$9.99
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