Comparison

iPCamera vs AirLens

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

Head to head
About

iPCamera

Transform your iOS device into a wireless network camera accessible via any web browser. Stream live video with low delay and control camera parameters remotely. Ideal for surveillance or FPV applications.

Highlights
  • Use iOS device as network camera
  • Live stream via web browser
  • Remote camera parameter control
  • Ultra low-delay video
  • HTTP authentication for access protection
Features
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iPCamera lets you use your iOS device as an extremely easy to use wireless network camera. You can watch the live video-feed with every web browser or use it with video surveillance software. With iPCamera you can use any iOS device as an ip network camera. The app creates a web server to which you can connect with every web browser on the same local network as the iOS device. The network address which you have to enter into your web browser is displayed at the bottom of the screen. After you are connected to the web server, you can see a live view of the camera in your web browser. iPCamera delivers market-leading ultra low-delay, super fluid and crystal clear video. You can choose between every available camera, resolution and frame rate. There are a variety of use cases for this app like surveillance applications or using your iOS device as a FPV device for robots or rc cars.

About

AirLens

Features
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AirLens – Turn Your iPhone into a Wireless Camera Stream live video from your iPhone or iPad to another iOS device or a web browser on the same local network. AirLens makes it easy to set up a live camera view without cables, extra hardware, or an account. KEY FEATURES • Live Video and Optional Audio Share your camera feed with WebRTC streaming. Turn the microphone on when you need sound, or keep it off for video-only viewing. • Watch on Another Device or in a Browser Open AirLens on a second iPhone or iPad to discover available streams, or enter the camera’s displayed URL in a browser on the same network. • Adjustable Video Quality Choose between 480p, 720p, and 1080p to suit your needs and network conditions. • Simple Camera Controls Pinch to zoom, tap to focus, and use the torch when you need more light on supported devices. • Flexible Camera Placement Position your iPhone or iPad for the view you need, with no cables connecting it to the viewing device. • No Account Required Start streaming without signing up. Video and audio are transmitted live and are not recorded or stored by AirLens. HOW IT WORKS 1. Connect both devices to the same local Wi-Fi network. 2. Open AirLens on the camera device and tap Streaming. 3. On the viewing device, tap Viewing in AirLens or open the displayed URL in a browser. PLEASE NOTE Keep AirLens open in the foreground on the camera device while streaming. Camera access is required; microphone access is optional. Allow local network access for device discovery and connection. For app-to-app viewing, use the latest version of AirLens on both devices. Video quality and performance depend on your devices and network.

Screenshots

iPCamera3 screens
AirLens2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: AirLens at Free against iPCamera's $1.99. AirLens also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 16 months) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17). On ads, in-app purchases 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

AirLens is free to download; iPCamera costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPCamera ships an update every 16 months, AirLens fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iPCamera versus AirLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPCameraAirLens
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating2.7 (50 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings50 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 16 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1715.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDominik SeiboldFranco Sponga

Bugs and requests

iPCamera

Reported bugs

24 issues
  • Rear camera shows blurry image, green lines, or static
  • App crashes immediately on launch on older devices (iPhone 4, 4S, 5, iPad 2, iPod Touch)
  • App crashes when changing resolution
  • App crashes when accessing remotely
  • App crashes when double tapping screen into dark mode
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  • App crashes when changing configuration from phone
  • App crashes after a period of use
  • App crashes when receiving alerts/notifications
  • App does not work on iOS 7, 8, 9, 10, 12
  • App does not work on iPhone XR, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPod Touch
  • Video stream works, but no audio
  • Constant connection/loading screen
  • IP address not accessible
  • App does not open
  • App crashes when trying to log in via browser
  • App slows down phone
  • Delay becomes too big unless connection is refreshed
  • Cannot open stream in VLC
  • App not working with Blue Iris software
  • App not recognized in other apps like Live Cams Pro or Surveillance Pro
  • Video over data networks not working
  • App crashes after update
  • Front camera has no resolution option
  • Rear camera only allows HD, not 4K

Requested features

13 requests
  • Audio streaming support
  • Snapshot URL
  • Configurable text string with date overlay
  • FTP send of image (timed or motion detection)
  • Manual focus and exposure controls via browser
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  • NDI-HX as additional output format
  • macOS version
  • Timestamp overlay
  • Automatic screen darkening
  • Support for older iOS versions
  • Support for newer devices
  • Zoom functionality in browser
  • More camera control options (zoom, sensitivity, manual WB)

AirLens

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iPCamera

No in-app purchases

None

AirLens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iPCamera free?
iPCamera costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is AirLens free?
AirLens is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iPCamera or AirLens have ads?
Neither iPCamera nor AirLens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPCamera or AirLens?
iPCamera ships an update every 16 months, and AirLens fortnightly. Most recently, iPCamera was updated on October 18, 2026 and AirLens on October 5, 2026.

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