# Legacy IP Camera Viewer vs Alfred Camera

The clearest difference is rating: Alfred Camera at 4.8 against Legacy IP Camera Viewer's 2.0. Alfred Camera also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (112K vs 3). Legacy IP Camera Viewer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Alfred Camera sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Legacy IP Camera Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Alfred Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alfred Camera has 112K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Legacy IP Camera Viewer's written reviews are positive against 53% of Alfred Camera's.

Legacy IP Camera Viewer ships an update every 3 months, Alfred Camera every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Legacy IP Camera Viewer | Alfred Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/legacy-ip-camera-viewer/id641135955/reviews) | **[4.8 (112K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **112K** |
| Positive reviews | 41.9% of reviews | **53.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#119** |
| Size | 26 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [小冬 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/604640146) | [Alfred Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/633100281) |

## What reviewers say

### Legacy IP Camera Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/legacy-ip-camera-viewer/id641135955)

View and control your IP cameras from your iPhone. Features easy setup with a simple scan, live streaming from anywhere, and two-way audio communication. Capture and archive moments with instant snapshots.

**Highlights:** Watch live video from anywhere, Easy IP camera setup via scanning, Pan and tilt camera control, Two-way audio communication, Instant snapshot capture, Archive and view captured moments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Alfred Camera

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

**Currently charting:** #119 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Transform old smartphones into powerful home security cameras, baby monitors, or pet cams. Enjoy live streaming, instant alerts, and two-way audio to keep an eye on your property, loved ones, and pets from anywhere.

**Highlights:** 24/7 Live Streaming, Smart Intruder Alerts, Low-Light Filter, Walkie-Talkie Functionality, 360 Camera Coverage, Easy QR Code Setup

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alfred Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 1 month | $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 |
| AlfredCamera Plus 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | 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 Legacy IP Camera Viewer free?

Legacy IP Camera Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Alfred Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Legacy IP Camera Viewer or Alfred Camera?

Alfred Camera is rated higher. Legacy IP Camera Viewer averages 2.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Alfred Camera averages 4.8 from 112K ratings.

### Do Legacy IP Camera Viewer or Alfred Camera have ads?

Alfred Camera shows ads; Legacy IP Camera Viewer does not.

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

Legacy IP Camera Viewer ships an update every 3 months, and Alfred Camera every 8 days. Most recently, Legacy IP Camera Viewer was updated on November 1, 2026 and Alfred Camera on November 6, 2026.

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