Comparison

USB Camera pro vs Cable & Port Identifier

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

USB Camera pro

This app enables iPads to function as external displays for USB cameras and video capture cards. It offers plug-and-play connectivity without drivers, supporting various devices and providing features like recording, screenshots, and image enhancement.

Highlights
  • Connect USB cameras and capture cards to iPad
  • External display for video capture
  • Plug-and-play, no driver needed
  • Synchronous recording of audiovisual picture
  • One-click screenshot
  • Super resolution picture quality enhancement
Features
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Use the latest iOS17 feature "Support external cameras in your iPadOS app" to implement iPad as additional output devices for video display. USB Camera Pro is an App that supports USB camera, USB video capture card and other USB devices to connect to iPad tablet through OTG, and drives iPad tablet to display audiovisual images. This App software is plug-and-play, no driver required, and supports a variety of USB cameras, USB video capture cards, and computer TV and other devices. The latest version also supports synchronous recording of the displayed audiovisual picture, one-click screenshot, performance detection, screen adjustment, super resolution picture quality enhancement, color adjustment, screen image reversal and other features. Note: Due to hardware reasons, this App is not currently supported for iPhone.

About

Cable & Port Identifier

Instantly identify any cable or connector by taking a photo. Get detailed specifications, compatibility information, and usage guides for thousands of cable types. Perfect for technicians, students, and home users needing quick identification.

Highlights
  • AI-driven cable recognition
  • Detailed specifications and compatibility
  • On-the-go cable discovery
  • Save favorites and custom notes
  • Secure image processing
  • Continuously updated database
Features
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Cable & Port Identifier is the fastest way to identify any cable or connector using artificial intelligence. Snap or upload a photo and instantly get the cable type, specifications, compatibility and usage details. Whether you're a technician, student, gamer or home user, the app puts a complete cable database in your pocket. (Subscription Required) ◆ Instant Cable Recognition • Snap or upload a photo to identify cable type, connector & specifications in seconds • AI-driven image analysis for exceptional accuracy • Covers thousands of cables from USB, HDMI, audio, power, network and specialty connectors ◆ Detailed Specs & Compatibility • View pinout diagrams, voltage ratings & data transfer speeds • Access compatibility charts, adapter requirements & usage guides • Compare similar cables and connector variations side by side ◆ On-the-Go Cable Discovery • Identify mystery cables in your drawer, at work or electronics stores • Save favorites, add custom notes & track your cable inventory • Share cable profiles via social media, email or messaging ◆ Private & Secure • Images processed securely; no personal data collected or shared • Photos used solely for identification and can be deleted anytime • We never store your images after processing is complete ◆ Always Updated Our database and AI are continuously refreshed with the latest cable types, connectors, specs and compatibility updates, powered by cutting-edge AI technology. ◆ Perfect for • IT professionals and technicians needing quick cable identification • Students learning about electronics and connector types • Gamers and tech enthusiasts organizing their cable collections • Home users trying to identify mystery cables and adapters Subscription Details Unlimited scans, full spec access & premium features become available after subscribing. Choose a weekly or yearly plan—whichever fits your needs. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Cancel anytime in Settings › Apple ID › Subscriptions. Prices may vary by region. Privacy Policy: https://appstore.devjmc.com/cableidentifier/privacy Terms: https://appstore.devjmc.com/cableidentifier/terms Support Questions or feedback? Email support@devjmc.com and we'll be happy to help. Stop guessing! Download Cable & Port Identifier today and identify any cable in seconds.

Screenshots

USB Camera pro4 screens
Cable & Port Identifier4 screens

Verdict

The call

USB Camera pro and Cable & Port Identifier both sit at 3.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 46% of USB Camera pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cable & Port Identifier's. USB Camera pro also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 13 months). Cable & Port Identifier's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Cable & Port Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. USB Camera pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

USB Camera pro holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of USB Camera pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cable & Port Identifier's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

USB Camera pro ships an update every 2 months, Cable & Port Identifier every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
USB Camera pro versus Cable & Port Identifier: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUSB Camera proCable & Port Identifier
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (13 ratings) — better3.0 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews46.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 13 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer长沙春觉信息科技有限公司JACOB COX

Customer experience

USB Camera pro

All ratings13 ratings
Positive53.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.2%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive46.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative39.3%

Cable & Port Identifier

All ratings10 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

USB Camera pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Cable & Port Identifier

Subscriptions1
  • Cable Port Identifier Weekly$5.997 Days
One-time1
  • Cable Port Identifier Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is USB Camera pro free?
USB Camera pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cable & Port Identifier free?
Cable & Port Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, USB Camera pro or Cable & Port Identifier?
USB Camera pro is rated higher. USB Camera pro averages 3.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Cable & Port Identifier averages 3.0 from 10 ratings.
Do USB Camera pro or Cable & Port Identifier have ads?
USB Camera pro shows ads; Cable & Port Identifier does not.
Which is updated more often, USB Camera pro or Cable & Port Identifier?
USB Camera pro ships an update every 2 months, and Cable & Port Identifier every 13 months. Most recently, USB Camera pro was updated on October 23, 2026 and Cable & Port Identifier on October 14, 2026.

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