# Manything vs ZoomOn Home Security Camera

The clearest difference is rating: ZoomOn Home Security Camera at 4.2 against Manything's 3.6. ZoomOn Home Security Camera also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 393). Manything's advantage is review sentiment (55% vs 19%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Manything sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and ZoomOn Home Security Camera sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ZoomOn Home Security Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 393 and 1.6K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of Manything's written reviews are positive against 19% of ZoomOn Home Security Camera's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Manything ships an update every 5 weeks, ZoomOn Home Security Camera every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Manything | ZoomOn Home Security Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (393 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manything/id639672976/reviews) | **[4.2 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoomon-home-security-camera/id1259276120/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 393 | **1.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **54.7% of reviews** | 19.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 115 MB | 1.1 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Videoloft Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/639672979) | [Master Home Security s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1549567734) |

## What reviewers say

### Manything

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manything/id639672976)

Turn old phones and tablets into a live security camera. Simply set up a spare device as a camera and monitor it from your main phone or tablet from anywhere. Receive motion and sound alerts for peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Turn spare devices into cameras, Live streaming from anywhere, Motion and sound alerts, Cloud video recording, Multi-camera support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2 days cloud for 1 camera | $3.99 | per month |
| Manything 7 day cloud recording for 1 camera | $4.99 | per month |
| 7 days cloud for 1 camera | $4.99 | per month |
| Manything 2 day cloud recording for 2 cameras | $6.99 | per month |
| 2 days cloud for 2 cameras | $6.99 | per month |
| Manything 30 day cloud recording for 1 camera | $7.99 | per month |
| 30 days cloud for 1 camera | $7.99 | per month |
| 2 cameras for 7 days | $9.99 | per month |
| 30 days cloud for 2 cameras | $11.99 | per month |
| Manything 30 day cloud recording for 2 cameras | $12.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to set up
- 🔒 Useful for security monitoring
- 👍 Works well with old devices
- 💡 Innovative use of old phones
- 🚀 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Overheating and battery drain
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Buggy after updates
- 🔒 Concerns about security/privacy

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent recording
- Playback issues
- Compatibility problems with iOS 11+
- Frequent app crashes

**Requested features**

- Remote camera control
- Local storage option
- Improved motion detection
- Better audio support
- Apple TV integration


### ZoomOn Home Security Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoomon-home-security-camera/id1259276120)

Transform your mobile devices into a comprehensive home security system. This app supports various IP cameras and allows you to monitor your home remotely with live HD video, motion detection, and smart notifications.

**Highlights:** HomeKit/IP ONVIF camera compatibility, Live HD video stream, Smart notifications, Motion detection recordings, 2-way video & sound, Night mode, Siri voice control

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Security Acc. | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Premium Security Acc. | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Week Premium Security Acc. | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Year Premium Security Acc. | $9.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Premium Security Acc. | $11.99 | per month |
| Cloud Connection One Quarter | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Premium Security Acc. | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Security Acc. | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Multi-Platform License | $179.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to set up
- 🔒 Provides home security
- 👍 Useful for pet/baby monitoring

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤯 Confusing setup and instructions

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to cameras
- Subscription issues and hidden fees
- Frequent app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Recording and playback capabilities
- Better camera quality
- Compatibility with more devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Manything free?

Manything is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ZoomOn Home Security Camera free?

ZoomOn Home Security Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Manything or ZoomOn Home Security Camera?

ZoomOn Home Security Camera is rated higher. Manything averages 3.6 out of 5 from 393 ratings, while ZoomOn Home Security Camera averages 4.2 from 1.6K ratings.

### Do Manything or ZoomOn Home Security Camera have ads?

Neither Manything nor ZoomOn Home Security Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Manything or ZoomOn Home Security Camera?

Manything ships an update every 5 weeks, and ZoomOn Home Security Camera every 5 days. Most recently, Manything was updated on November 10, 2026 and ZoomOn Home Security Camera on November 11, 2026.

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