Comparison

CameraFTP Viewer vs Camera Feeds

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

Head to head
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?

About

Camera Feeds

This app allows you to view live feeds from local security cameras and webcams. It supports multiple camera brands and protocols, offering remote control and pan-tilt-zoom functionality for comprehensive monitoring from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Live streaming of security cameras
  • Supports H264, MJPEG, RTSP, Onvif protocols
  • Remote pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) control
  • Multi-device compatibility
  • Auto-detect camera streams
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Camera Feeds allows you to watch local security cameras or webcams. Ensure peace of mind and keep a watchful eye on your surroundings with Camera Feeds, the premier security camera viewer app designed to empower you with seamless monitoring and control of your surveillance devices. Whether you're safeguarding your home, office, or business, Camera Feeds offers a user-friendly interface and robust features to enhance your security experience. Key Features: - Intuitive Interface: Navigate effortlessly through your connected security cameras with our intuitive and user-friendly interface. View live feeds and manage settings with just a few taps. - Multi-Device Compatibility: Camera Feeds supports a wide range of security camera brands and models, ensuring compatibility with your existing surveillance system. Connect multiple cameras and monitor them all from a single, centralized app. - Real-Time Live Streaming: Experience real-time monitoring with high-definition live streaming. Stay connected to your property or premises from anywhere in the world, providing you with instant visual access to potential security events. - Remote Control and Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Functionality: Take control of compatible cameras with PTZ functionality directly from the app. Pan, tilt, and zoom to get a comprehensive view of your surroundings, allowing you to respond effectively to changing situations. - Multiple Protocols Supported: You can connect almost all types of IP Cameras including Onvif compatibles, simple MJpeg streams, RTSP/H264 streams and more. - Auto Detect Feature: Just give the app IP address of your camera with login information and Camera Feeds can detect video stream of the camera. *** Camera Feeds is free for up to 4 cameras, if you need to add more, you can purchase a license for unlimited cameras. Download Camera Feeds today and elevate your security monitoring experience to new heights. Enjoy the convenience of advanced features, and peace of mind, all in the palm of your hand.

Screenshots

CameraFTP Viewer4 screens
Camera Feeds4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CameraFTP Viewer at monthly against Camera Feeds's every 4 months. CameraFTP Viewer also leads on ratings volume (17 vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.2). On price, rating, review sentiment 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CameraFTP Viewer sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Camera Feeds sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 6 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for CameraFTP Viewer against 4.0 for Camera Feeds. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CameraFTP Viewer has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of CameraFTP Viewer's written reviews are positive against 50% of Camera Feeds's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CameraFTP Viewer ships an update monthly, Camera Feeds every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CameraFTP Viewer versus Camera Feeds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCameraFTP ViewerCamera Feeds
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (17 ratings)4.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.6% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings17 — better2
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrive Headquarters, Inc.Dayana Networks Ltd

Customer experience

CameraFTP Viewer

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

Camera Feeds

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

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
2 purchases

Camera Feeds

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Cameras for 6 Month3 Days trial$8.996 Months
  • Unlimited Cameras for One Year7 Days trial$12.991 Year

Questions

Is CameraFTP Viewer free?
CameraFTP Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Camera Feeds free?
Camera Feeds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CameraFTP Viewer or Camera Feeds?
Camera Feeds is rated higher. CameraFTP Viewer averages 3.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Camera Feeds averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do CameraFTP Viewer or Camera Feeds have ads?
Neither CameraFTP Viewer nor Camera Feeds shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CameraFTP Viewer or Camera Feeds?
CameraFTP Viewer ships an update monthly, and Camera Feeds every 4 months. Most recently, CameraFTP Viewer was updated on November 1, 2026 and Camera Feeds on November 4, 2026.

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