# Manything vs Alfred Camera

The clearest difference is rating: Alfred Camera at 4.8 against Manything's 3.6. Alfred Camera also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (111K vs 388). Manything's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, 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 Alfred Camera sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Alfred Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alfred Camera has 111K ratings behind it against 388, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of Manything's written reviews are positive against 54% of Alfred 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, Alfred Camera every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Manything | Alfred Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (388 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manything/id639672976/reviews) | **[4.8 (111K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 388 | **111K** |
| Positive reviews | **55.5% of reviews** | 53.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#138** |
| Size | 115 MB | 165 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Videoloft Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/639672979) | [Alfred Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/633100281) |

## 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


### Alfred Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837)

**Currently charting:** #138 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Transform old smartphones into a comprehensive home security system. Monitor live feeds, receive motion alerts, and communicate remotely. Ideal for baby monitoring, pet surveillance, and general home security.

**Highlights:** 24/7 Live Streaming, Smart Intruder Alerts, Low-Light Filter, Walkie-Talkie Functionality, 360 Camera Coverage, Motion Detection Alerts

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alfred Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 1 month | $5.99 | per month |
| AlfredCamera Standard 1 month | $5.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| AlfredCamera Plus 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $23.99 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $25.49 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | per year |
| AlfredCamera Standard 12 months | $30.49 | per year |
| AlfredCamera Standard 12 months | $35.95 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Able to use old phones as cameras
- 🔒 Provides security and peace of mind
- 💡 Useful for monitoring pets and homes
- 👍 Affordable premium subscription

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and offline issues
- 🔋 Drains battery on camera device
- 🔍 Limited video quality on free version
- 🔍 Inconsistent motion detection
- 🔍 Ads can be intrusive

**Reported bugs**

- Camera orientation changes unexpectedly
- Recorded videos sometimes freeze or have missing footage
- Compatibility issues with certain phone models and networks

**Requested features**

- Add multi-view support
- Improve night vision and low-light performance
- Allow remote reconnection of offline cameras
- Provide more video recording options
- Integrate with smart home devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Manything free?

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

### Is Alfred Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Manything or Alfred Camera?

Alfred Camera is rated higher. Manything averages 3.6 out of 5 from 388 ratings, while Alfred Camera averages 4.8 from 111K ratings.

### Do Manything or Alfred Camera have ads?

Alfred Camera shows ads; Manything does not.

### Which is updated more often, Manything or Alfred Camera?

Manything ships an update every 5 weeks, and Alfred Camera every 6 days. Most recently, Manything was updated on September 24, 2026 and Alfred Camera on September 25, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*