Comparison

Heden VisionCam vs Eye4

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

Eye4

This application allows users to remotely monitor and manage IP cameras, smart WiFi units, and smart home systems. It provides a centralized platform for viewing live feeds and controlling connected devices.

Highlights
  • Remote IP camera monitoring
  • Smart WiFi unit control
  • Smart home system management
  • Live feed viewing
  • Device control
Features
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Eye4 is designed for IP cameras, smart WiFi unit, smart home systems from VStarcam.

Screenshots

Heden VisionCam4 screens
Eye44 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Heden VisionCam at 60% against Eye4's 27%. Eye4's advantage is ratings volume (2K vs 103) and rating (4.4 vs 4.2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Eye4 sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Eye4 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Eye4 has 2K 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 27% of Eye4'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, Eye4 monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Heden VisionCam versus Eye4: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHeden VisionCamEye4
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (103 ratings)4.4 (2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better27.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1032K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB199 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHeitz BrunoShenzhen Vstarcam Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Heden VisionCam

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

Eye4

All ratings2,035 ratings
Positive84.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative11.8%
Written reviews348 reviews
Positive27.0%
Neutral13.2%
Negative59.8%

Bugs and requests

Heden VisionCam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Eye4

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Unable to connect to camera
  • Recorded videos not saving properly
  • Notifications not working

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to delete multiple recorded videos
  • Ability to configure motion detection sensitivity
  • Improved notification system
  • Time/date stamp on recorded videos

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
16 purchases

Eye4

One-time16
  • Eye4 monthly card-7(tryout)$0.99
  • 99 Eye4 coupons$0.99
  • Eye4 monthly card(SA)-7$2.99
Show 13 more
  • Eye4 monthly card-7$2.99
  • Eye4 monthly card(CN)-7$2.99
  • Eye4 monthly card-7$4.99
  • Eye4 monthly card(EU)-7$4.99
  • 499 Eye4 coupons$4.99
  • Eye4 monthly card(SA)- 30$5.99
  • Eye4 monthly card- 30$12.99
  • Eye4 half year card(SA) - 7$13.99
  • Eye4 half year card - 7$13.99
  • Eye4 yearly card(SA)-7$24.99
  • Eye4 yearly card - 7$24.99
  • Eye4 half year card(USA)-7$28.99
  • Eye4 yearly card-7$49.99

Questions

Is Heden VisionCam free?
Heden VisionCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Eye4 free?
Eye4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Heden VisionCam or Eye4?
Eye4 is rated higher. Heden VisionCam averages 4.2 out of 5 from 103 ratings, while Eye4 averages 4.4 from 2K ratings.
Do Heden VisionCam or Eye4 have ads?
Both Heden VisionCam and Eye4 show ads.
Which is updated more often, Heden VisionCam or Eye4?
Heden VisionCam ships an update every 5 weeks, and Eye4 monthly. Most recently, Heden VisionCam was updated on September 24, 2026 and Eye4 on September 25, 2026.

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