# YI Smart vs Gazing

The clearest difference is rating: Gazing at 4.2 against YI Smart's 1.8. Gazing also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 72). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. YI Smart sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month 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 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gazing has 2.1K ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 7% of YI Smart's written reviews are positive against 17% of Gazing's.

YI Smart ships an update every 10 days, Gazing every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | YI Smart | Gazing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-smart/id6473766241/reviews) | **[4.2 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gazing/id6670186781/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 72 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | 6.5% of reviews | **17.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#82** |
| Size | 373 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ZKCam Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1718670984) | [WEBFRONT INNOVATIONS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795860254) |

## What reviewers say

### YI Smart

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-smart/id6473766241)

Stay connected with loved ones through real-time video and audio. Initiate two-way conversations with clear voice quality and enjoy a panoramic view of your surroundings by simply moving your phone.

**Highlights:** Real-time video and audio connection, Two-way conversation, Loud and clean voice quality, Panoramic view, Gyroscope support for enhanced viewing

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| YI_Cloud_IOS_Entry_Monthly_ACT | $3.99 | per month |
| YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan_(Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan(Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan(Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| YI_Cloud_STD_Plan(Monthly) | $11.99 | per month |
| YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan(Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| YI_Cloud_IOS_Entry_Annual_ACT | $26.99 | per year |
| YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan_(Annual) | $36.99 | per year |
| YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan(Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan(Annual) | $79.99 | per year |
| YI_Cloud_Standard_Plan(Annual) | $99.99 | per year |
| YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan(Annual) | $129.99 | per year |
| YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan2(Monthly) | $4.99 | one-time |
| YI_Cloud_CVR_Plan2(Monthly) | $7.99 | one-time |
| 7天移动-包年套餐-一次性 | $9.99 | one-time |
| YI_Cloud_STD_Plan2(Monthly) | $11.99 | one-time |
| YI_Cloud_Plus_Plan2(Monthly) | $14.99 | one-time |
| 7天CVR-包年-一次性 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 30天移动-包年-一次性 | $29.99 | one-time |
| YI_Cloud_Entry_Plan2(Annual) | $39.99 | one-time |


### Gazing

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

**Currently charting:** #82 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 YI Smart free?

YI Smart 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, YI Smart or Gazing?

Gazing is rated higher. YI Smart averages 1.8 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Gazing averages 4.2 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do YI Smart or Gazing have ads?

YI Smart shows ads; Gazing does not.

### Which is updated more often, YI Smart or Gazing?

YI Smart ships an update every 10 days, and Gazing every 2 weeks. Most recently, YI Smart was updated on September 16, 2026 and Gazing on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*