# Eye4 vs iSmartViewPro

The clearest difference is rating: Eye4 at 4.4 against iSmartViewPro's 1.8. Eye4 also leads on review sentiment (27% vs 17%). iSmartViewPro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Eye4 sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. iSmartViewPro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Eye4 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2K and 793 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Eye4's written reviews are positive against 17% of iSmartViewPro's.

Eye4 ships an update monthly, iSmartViewPro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Eye4 | iSmartViewPro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eye4/id642266858/reviews)** | [1.8 (793 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismartviewpro/id834791071/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2K** | 793 |
| Positive reviews | **27.0% of reviews** | 17.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 199 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Vstarcam Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/535476497) | [Shenzhen Smarteye Digital Electronics Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/446734156) |

## What reviewers say

### Eye4

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eye4/id642266858)

This application allows users to remotely monitor and manage IP cameras, smart WiFi units, and smart home systems. It provides a centralized platform for viewing live feeds and controlling connected devices.

**Highlights:** Remote IP camera monitoring, Smart WiFi unit control, Smart home system management, Live feed viewing, Device control

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Eye4 monthly card-7(tryout) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 99  Eye4 coupons | $0.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 monthly card(SA)-7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 monthly card-7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 monthly card(CN)-7 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 monthly card-7 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 monthly card(EU)-7 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 499  Eye4 coupons | $4.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 monthly card(SA)- 30 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 monthly card- 30 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 half year card(SA) - 7 | $13.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 half year card - 7 | $13.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 yearly card(SA)-7 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 yearly card - 7 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 half year card(USA)-7 | $28.99 | one-time |
| Eye4 yearly card-7 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to set up
- 👍 Good video quality
- 🔒 Reliable security camera
- 🚀 Responsive app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Buggy app updates
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 👎 Poor customer support
- 🐛 Unstable app performance

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to connect to camera
- Recorded videos not saving properly
- Notifications not working

**Requested features**

- Option to delete multiple recorded videos
- Ability to configure motion detection sensitivity
- Improved notification system
- Time/date stamp on recorded videos


### iSmartViewPro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ismartviewpro/id834791071)

Access live video streams from your P2P IP cameras directly on your iPhone. This app simplifies remote viewing with unique P2P connection technology, eliminating the need for complex network configurations. Enjoy features like local recording, motion alerts, and FTP/email settings.

**Highlights:** P2P connection technology, Live video streaming, Local video recording, FTP parameter settings, Email alerts, Motion alarm settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 📽 Good video quality
- 👀 Useful for monitoring pets/home
- 💡 Allows multiple camera views

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- ⚠️ Poor customer support
- 🔌 Requires constant power connection
- 🔍 Limited motion detection/alerts
- 🔇 Audio issues (no sound, delayed)

**Reported bugs**

- Camera disappearing after app updates
- Inability to control camera movement
- Inconsistent video quality and performance

**Requested features**

- Motion detection and alerts
- Background audio monitoring
- Improved remote access/connectivity
- Better instructions and documentation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Eye4 free?

Eye4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is iSmartViewPro free?

iSmartViewPro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Eye4 or iSmartViewPro?

Eye4 is rated higher. Eye4 averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2K ratings, while iSmartViewPro averages 1.8 from 793 ratings.

### Do Eye4 or iSmartViewPro have ads?

Eye4 shows ads; iSmartViewPro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Eye4 or iSmartViewPro?

Eye4 ships an update monthly, and iSmartViewPro every 2 months. Most recently, Eye4 was updated on September 28, 2026 and iSmartViewPro on September 27, 2026.

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