Comparison

Heden VisionCam vs Lorex Classic

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

Head to head
About

Heden VisionCam

Monitor your IP cameras remotely with a modern interface. Adjust image settings, control camera features like LED and night vision, and manage motion alarms. Supports a wide range of brands beyond the original manufacturer.

Highlights
  • Image adjustments (brightness, contrast)
  • Control LED and infrared night vision
  • Motion alarm enable/disable
  • Adjust camera movement speed
  • Automatic camera detection
  • Remote access over 3G/4G
Features
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Compatible with many IP cameras Originally designed for Heden cameras, this app also works with many other brands like Foscam, Tenvis, Wanscam, and more. If your model isn’t listed, simply select the closest match from the list—it will likely work just fine. Modern interface and powerful features This new version comes with a clean, modern look and offers a wide range of features: • Image adjustments: brightness, contrast • Image orientation: flip or mirror • Control the LED and infrared night vision • Enable or disable the motion alarm • Adjust the camera’s movement speed • Select your camera by model photo • Advanced automatic camera detection on the local network • Automatic public IP detection for use over 3G/4G • Dual IP setup for Wi-Fi and mobile networks • Smart IP switching based on your connection Remote access made easy To use your camera over 3G/4G, you’ll just need to set up port forwarding on your router. This is the only manual step required. Need help? If you experience any configuration issues, you can easily send a support request through the app’s menu. Remove ads A one-time in-app purchase is available to permanently remove ads and support future development. Term : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Lorex Classic

Monitor your property with live, ultra-high-definition video streams from your security cameras. Review past events, receive instant motion alerts, and customize settings for personalized security management. Access and control your devices remotely for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • 4K Live Viewing
  • Event Playback
  • Smart Alerts
  • Customizable Settings
  • Remote Access
Features
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Take control of your security with the Lorex Classic app. View live video in up to 4K resolution, playback recorded events, and receive instant notifications from your Lorex security cameras and devices. Key Features: – 4K Live Viewing: Monitor your property in ultra-high-definition, capturing every detail. – Event Playback: Quickly review recorded footage to stay informed about past activity. - Smart Alerts: Receive instant push notifications for motion detection. – Customizable Settings: Tailor detection zones, notifications, and recording schedules to suit your needs. – Remote Access: Manage all of your devices, from anywhere. With the Lorex Classic app, your security is always at your fingertips. Download today to experience peace of mind, anytime, anywhere. Compatible Devices: The Lorex Classic app supports a wide range of security cameras, DVRs, and NVRs. Check the Lorex website for a full list of compatible models.

Screenshots

Heden VisionCam4 screens
Lorex Classic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Heden VisionCam at 60% against Lorex Classic's 21%. Lorex Classic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, monetization model 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. Heden VisionCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Lorex Classic asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lorex Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lorex Classic has 25K ratings behind it against 103, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Heden VisionCam's written reviews are positive against 21% of Lorex Classic's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Heden VisionCam ships an update every 5 weeks, Lorex Classic every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Heden VisionCam versus Lorex Classic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHeden VisionCamLorex Classic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (103 ratings)4.6 (25K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better20.9% of reviews
Number of ratings10325K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS18.012.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB205 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHeitz BrunoLorex Corporation

Customer experience

Heden VisionCam

All ratings103 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral7.8%
Negative13.6%
Written reviews125 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative35.2%

Lorex Classic

All ratings24,511 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral2.5%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews915 reviews
Positive20.9%
Neutral12.3%
Negative66.8%

Bugs and requests

Heden VisionCam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Lorex Classic

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Playback not working after recent update
  • Cameras randomly going offline
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Timeline view issues and missing recordings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow multiple device logins on same account
  • Add fast forward/rewind for video playback
  • Improve motion detection accuracy and customization
  • Develop native iPad app

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Heden VisionCam

Subscriptions2
  • Heden VisionCam Pro (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • Heden VisionCam Pro (Yearly)$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • PRO version$14.99
None

Lorex Classic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Heden VisionCam free?
Heden VisionCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lorex Classic free?
Lorex Classic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Heden VisionCam or Lorex Classic?
Lorex Classic is rated higher. Heden VisionCam averages 4.2 out of 5 from 103 ratings, while Lorex Classic averages 4.6 from 25K ratings.
Do Heden VisionCam or Lorex Classic have ads?
Heden VisionCam shows ads; Lorex Classic does not.
Which is updated more often, Heden VisionCam or Lorex Classic?
Heden VisionCam ships an update every 5 weeks, and Lorex Classic every 2 months. Most recently, Heden VisionCam was updated on September 24, 2026 and Lorex Classic on September 24, 2026.

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