MettaCam vs CarTool Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
MettaCam
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MettaCam is developed by MettaX to interact with the CMSv6 platform and provide mobile applications based on JTT808, JTT1078, and JSATL12 protocols. Support efficient network transmission of video, audio, data and other multimedia information, real-time monitoring, and GPS positioning. Main features: Rich reports: Emergency, no video signal, illegal door opening, hard disk error, overspeed, motion detection, long parking time, temperature, GPS signal loss... Open API: Provide unified HTTP interface calls and interaction specifications. Independent deployment: Independent deployment can meet government compliance requirements in some countries. 3G/4G Video SurveillanceοΌSingle and multi-screen preview, up to 100 screens. Screen polling. Support CIF, D1, high-definition and other quality video. Remote video playback: Can remotely search the video files on the device terminal and server, and play back remotely.
CarTool Pro
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CarTool Pro β Your Smart Dash Cam Companion Transform your phone into a powerful dash cam control center. CarTool Pro connects seamlessly with your car camera, giving you full control right from your screen. Key Features: Live Preview Watch real-time footage from your dash cam directly on your phone. Stay informed with zero delay. Online Playback Play dash cam videos instantly β no need to download large files first. Save storage and time. Easy Download Download photos and videos from your dash cam to your phone with one tap. Build your personal driving archive. Social Sharing Download the photos and video clips from the app. Show off your road trips, scenic drives, and memorable moments in seconds. Full Control Start/stop recording and capture photos directly from the app. Adjust dash cam settings all from your phone. Settings Customize your dash cam parameters: video quality, recording length, G-sensor sensitivity, and more. Set it up once, use it forever. Why CarTool Pro? - Intuitive and lightweight β designed for drivers - Works with your existing dash cam hardware - No complicated setup required - Free to use, no subscription Download CarTool Pro now and turn every drive into a story worth telling. Drive smart. Capture everything.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CarTool Pro at every 2 weeks against MettaCam's every 5 weeks. MettaCam's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MettaCam ships an update every 5 weeks, CarTool Pro every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MettaCam | CarTool Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 2 weeks β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 β better | 14.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MettaX | Foreview AITech (HK) Co., Limited |
In-app purchases
MettaCam
No in-app purchases
CarTool Pro
No in-app purchases
