# TRENDnetVIEW vs IP Camera Viewer

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.1 against TRENDnetVIEW's 2.9. IP Camera Viewer also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 27%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 284). TRENDnetVIEW's advantage is iOS requirement (5.1.1 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TRENDnetVIEW sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and IP Camera Viewer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 284 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of TRENDnetVIEW's written reviews are positive against 39% of IP Camera Viewer's.

TRENDnetVIEW ships an update monthly, IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TRENDnetVIEW | IP Camera Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (284 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trendnetview/id640442243/reviews) | **[4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 284 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 26.9% of reviews | **39.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 308 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRENDnet Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/410528183) | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) |

## What reviewers say

### TRENDnetVIEW

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trendnetview/id640442243)

View live video streams from compatible TRENDnet cameras directly on your mobile device. The app automatically discovers cameras on your network, offering live feeds, digital zoom, and real-time pan/tilt control for PTZ models. Capture snapshots and listen to audio from cameras with built-in microphones.

**Highlights:** Live video streaming, Auto-detect TRENDnet cameras, Thumbnail view of all cameras, Digital zoom, Real-time PTZ control, Snapshot capture, Audio monitoring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to full version | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick and direct
- ✨ Works well on LAN

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes on startup
- 🐛 Freezes and disconnects frequently
- 🐛 Incompatible with newer iOS versions
- ⚠️ No longer supported or updated
- 🔍 Limited features and functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on iPhone 6 and newer
- Landscape mode not working properly
- Randomly deletes camera connections
- Fails to connect to cameras over WAN

**Requested features**

- Add preset camera positions
- Improve camera controls and settings
- Implement video recording capability
- Allow sorting and organizing of cameras


### IP Camera Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272)

Transform your ONVIF, RTSP, or WiFi IP cameras into a robust home security system. This app provides a smooth and fast experience for viewing and controlling network cameras across multiple Apple devices. Enjoy secure, local access without mandatory cloud services or vendor restrictions.

**Highlights:** ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG camera support, Network camera discovery, Two-way audio communication, Multi-camera monitoring dashboards, Pan, tilt, and zoom control, Motion detection and recording, Secure local and remote access

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $74.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime - Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family | $299.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast camera loading
- 🚀 Simultaneous multi-camera viewing
- 🚀 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and freezes
- 🐛 Buggy updates causing data loss
- 🔒 Concerns over data collection and privacy
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 💰 Lack of one-time purchase option

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras disappearing after updates
- Inability to add/edit cameras
- Unresponsive PTZ controls
- Connectivity issues when away from home network

**Requested features**

- Motion detection and alerts
- Remote access and monitoring
- PTZ camera controls
- Ability to view camera storage/recordings
- Customizable camera layouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TRENDnetVIEW free?

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

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TRENDnetVIEW or IP Camera Viewer?

IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. TRENDnetVIEW averages 2.9 out of 5 from 284 ratings, while IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do TRENDnetVIEW or IP Camera Viewer have ads?

Neither TRENDnetVIEW nor IP Camera Viewer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TRENDnetVIEW or IP Camera Viewer?

TRENDnetVIEW ships an update monthly, and IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. Most recently, TRENDnetVIEW was updated on October 18, 2026 and IP Camera Viewer on October 21, 2026.

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