Comparison

Heden VisionCam vs CameraFTP Viewer

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

CameraFTP Viewer

Access and playback live or recorded footage from your cloud-based surveillance cameras. View your own cameras or those shared by others. Offers 2-way audio and video calling with compatible apps.

Highlights
  • View live camera feeds
  • Playback recorded footage
  • Access shared/public cameras
  • 2-way video and audio calling
  • Use webcam/smartphone as IP camera
  • Secure cloud storage
Features
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This is the viewer app for CameraFTP cloud surveillance and recording service. You can view / play back cameras in your account, or view shared / public cameras. CameraFTP.com offers a revolutionary security and monitoring service for home and business. It is compatible with most IP cameras/NVRs. You can save camera/NVR cost by using CameraFTP Mobile Security Camera app or CameraFTP VSS software. With CameraFTP camera apps, the live view and 2-way video calling features are free. It is better than IP camera or Baby Monitor. CameraFTP also offers free trial and very limited cloud recording service for free. You can optionally order a low-cost cloud recording service starting at only $1.50-$2.50/camera/month. CameraFTP has far better features than regular security services. It is very easy to setup. You can use webcam or smartphone as IP camera, saving the cost of buying an IP camera. Your footage is uploaded to CameraFTP's secure data center. It is more secure than a regular IP camera or CCTV DVR system that records data locally and can be destroyed by an intruder. With CameraFTP Viewer, you can easily monitor or play back the recorded footage from anywhere. You can also share or publish your cameras for other people to watch. If you use CameraFTP VSS software or Mobile Security Camera app, then this viewer app can support 2-way video & audio viewing and calling! CameraFTP is a service offered by DriveHQ. Based in Silicon Valley, DriveHQ has been in the cloud service business since 2003 with over 3 million registered users. CameraFTP's optional cloud recording service starts at only $1.50-$2.50/camera/month with no contract required and no hidden fees. Why not try our service today?

Screenshots

Heden VisionCam4 screens
CameraFTP Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CameraFTP Viewer at none against Heden VisionCam's shown. CameraFTP Viewer also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Heden VisionCam's advantage is rating (4.2 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (60% vs 48%). On price, update cadence, 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. Heden VisionCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and CameraFTP Viewer sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Heden VisionCam holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Heden VisionCam has 103 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Heden VisionCam's written reviews are positive against 48% of CameraFTP Viewer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Heden VisionCam ships an update every 5 weeks, CameraFTP Viewer monthly. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Heden VisionCam versus CameraFTP Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHeden VisionCamCameraFTP Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (103 ratings) — better3.9 (17 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better47.6% of reviews
Number of ratings103 — better17
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHeitz BrunoDrive Headquarters, Inc.

Customer experience

Heden VisionCam

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

CameraFTP Viewer

All ratings15 ratings
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive47.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative52.4%

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
9 purchases

CameraFTP Viewer

One-time9
  • monthly entry-level image camera license$1.99
  • monthly image camera license$1.99
  • monthly entry-level video camera license2 variants$2.99
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  • monthly video camera license$2.99
  • yearly entry-level image camera license$9.99
  • yearly image camera license$9.99
  • yearly entry-level video camera license$14.99
  • yearly video camera license$14.99
  • yearly entry-level video camera license$19.99

Questions

Is Heden VisionCam free?
Heden VisionCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CameraFTP Viewer free?
CameraFTP Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Heden VisionCam or CameraFTP Viewer?
Heden VisionCam is rated higher. Heden VisionCam averages 4.2 out of 5 from 103 ratings, while CameraFTP Viewer averages 3.9 from 17 ratings.
Do Heden VisionCam or CameraFTP Viewer have ads?
Heden VisionCam shows ads; CameraFTP Viewer does not.
Which is updated more often, Heden VisionCam or CameraFTP Viewer?
Heden VisionCam ships an update every 5 weeks, and CameraFTP Viewer monthly. Most recently, Heden VisionCam was updated on November 1, 2026 and CameraFTP Viewer on November 1, 2026.

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