# 3 vs Gazing

The clearest difference is rating: Gazing at 4.2 against 3's 3.4. Gazing also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 69) and chart position (#87 vs unranked). 3's advantage is review sentiment (59% vs 17%) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 3 sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and Gazing sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gazing holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gazing has 2.1K ratings behind it against 69, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 59% of 3's written reviews are positive against 17% of Gazing's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

3 ships an update every 3 weeks, Gazing every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 3 | Gazing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (69 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3-link/id6449183038/reviews) | **[4.2 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gazing/id6670186781/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 69 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **59.3% of reviews** | 17.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#87** |
| Size | 106 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen Huayi Video Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387357071) | [WEBFRONT INNOVATIONS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795860254) |

## What reviewers say

### 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3-link/id6449183038)

Connect smart devices to your network for video recording and receive detection alerts. Enhance your home security by integrating additional smart devices. Get support via email for any assistance needed.

**Highlights:** Smart device network connection, Video recording, Detection alerts, Security enhancement, Additional device integration

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| cloud product 1 | $0.29 | one-time |
| cloud 8.49 | $8.49 | one-time |
| cloud 15.99 | $15.99 | one-time |
| cloud 24.99 | $24.99 | one-time |
| cloud single device discount | $29.99 | one-time |
| cloud 34.99 | $34.99 | one-time |
| cloud 39.99 | $39.99 | one-time |
| cloud single device | $49.99 | one-time |
| cloud 59.99 | $59.99 | one-time |
| cloud 69.99 | $69.99 | one-time |
| cloud no account | $79.99 | one-time |
| cloud 89.99 | $89.99 | one-time |
| cloud 99.99 | $99.99 | one-time |
| cloud account  no discount | $129.00 | one-time |
| cloud 139.99 | $139.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup and use
- 🌟 Great video quality
- 💰 Good value for price
- 🔋 Solar power works well
- 🏠 Useful for home security

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🚫 Login button inaccessible
- ⚠️ Subscription required for recording
- 🪲 App glitches and bugs
- 🔌 Connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when creating an account
- Login button is out of view and not clickable
- Cannot log in after app update
- App doesn't recognize connected devices
- Data update failed and cameras lost

**Requested features**

- Allow multiple users to be logged in simultaneously
- Fix scrolling issue on login screen
- Improve motion detection accuracy
- Allow manual recordings to be saved to SD card
- Provide clear explanations for settings


### Gazing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gazing/id6670186781)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Access device video remotely via your mobile phone. Receive video alerts triggered by motion detection. Offers various subscription plans for continuous access and service.

**Highlights:** Easy installation and operation, Remote video viewing on mobile, PIR motion-triggered video alerts, Automatic subscription renewal, Subscription management via app settings

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FG-Cyclic 30 day,valid 1 month | $19.99 | per month |
| FG-Valid 1 month,cyclic 30 day | $19.99 | per month |
| 1-month Plan | $19.99 | per month |
| GU-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 month | $19.99 | per month |
| GU-Use 1 month,cyclic 30 day | $19.99 | per month |
| GU-Cyclic 30 day,valid 1 month | $19.99 | per month |
| FG-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 month | $19.99 | per month |
| FG-Use 1 month,cyclic 30 day | $19.99 | per month |
| GU-Cyclic 30 day,valid 6 month | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| GU-Use 6 months,cyclic 30 day | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| FG-Valid 6 month,cyclic 30 day | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| FG-Cyclic 30 day, use 6 months | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| FG-Use 6 months,cyclic 30 day | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| GU-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 year | $166.99 | per year |
| One Year Plan | $169.99 | per year |
| GU-Use 1 year,cyclic 30 day | $169.99 | per year |
| GU-Cyclic 30 day,valid 1 year | $169.99 | per year |
| FG-Cyclic 30 day,valid 1 year | $169.99 | per year |
| FG-Cyclic 30 day, use 1 year | $169.99 | per year |
| FG-Use 1 year,cyclic 30 day | $169.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 3 free?

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

### Is Gazing free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 3 or Gazing?

Gazing is rated higher. 3 averages 3.4 out of 5 from 69 ratings, while Gazing averages 4.2 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do 3 or Gazing have ads?

Neither 3 nor Gazing shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 3 or Gazing?

3 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Gazing every 2 weeks. Most recently, 3 was updated on September 10, 2026 and Gazing on September 23, 2026.

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