# YI Smart vs Smart Security Camera App

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Security Camera App at 4.7 against YI Smart's 1.8. Smart Security Camera App also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). YI Smart's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. YI Smart sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Smart Security Camera App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart Security Camera App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Security Camera App has 2.5K 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 25% of Smart Security Camera App's.

YI Smart ships an update every 10 days, Smart Security Camera App every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | YI Smart | Smart Security Camera App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yi-smart/id6473766241/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-security-camera-app/id6740097025/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 72 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 6.5% of reviews | **25.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 373 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZKCam Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1718670984) | [On Hand Apps - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724087308) |

## 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 |


### Smart Security Camera App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-security-camera-app/id6740097025)

Stream live footage from your WiFi security cameras and manage multiple IP cameras from anywhere. This app offers a user-friendly interface for easy connection, organization, and monitoring of your space, providing peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Stream live footage from WiFi cameras, Manage multiple IP cameras, Monitor your space remotely, User-friendly interface, Customizable camera management, Connect to cameras instantly

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Security Camera Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart Security Camera Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Smart Security Camera Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great security
- ⭐ Friendly and helpful customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Forced subscription
- 🚫 Difficult to set up
- 🚫 Unreliable app
- 🚫 Unauthorized charges

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work as expected
- Incompatible with certain camera models

**Requested features**

- Improve setup instructions
- Allow use without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is YI Smart free?

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

### Is Smart Security Camera App free?

Smart Security Camera App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, YI Smart or Smart Security Camera App?

Smart Security Camera App is rated higher. YI Smart averages 1.8 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Smart Security Camera App averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do YI Smart or Smart Security Camera App have ads?

YI Smart shows ads; Smart Security Camera App does not.

### Which is updated more often, YI Smart or Smart Security Camera App?

YI Smart ships an update every 10 days, and Smart Security Camera App every 3 days. Most recently, YI Smart was updated on September 16, 2026 and Smart Security Camera App 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.*