# Home Security vs Security Camera

The clearest difference is update cadence: Security Camera at monthly against Home Security's every 9 months. Security Camera also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.9) and chart position (#148 vs unranked). Home Security's advantage is ratings volume (2.2K vs 178) and review sentiment (17% vs 8%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Home Security sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Security Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Security Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Home Security has 2.2K ratings behind it against 178, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 17% of Home Security's written reviews are positive against 8% of Security Camera's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Home Security ships an update every 9 months, Security Camera monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Home Security | Security Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-scanner/id6478574268/reviews) | **[4.3 (178 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security-camera-smart-cam/id6754837179/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 178 |
| Positive reviews | **17.1% of reviews** | 7.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#148** |
| Size | 46 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Appurple](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728810496) | [Smart Technology by Flexi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850398589) |

## What reviewers say

### Home Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/home-security-camera-scanner/id6478574268)

This app helps you find and connect to cameras on your home network, enhancing privacy and security. It scans Wi-Fi networks to identify all connected devices and provides detailed information about them. Additional tools for network performance and Bluetooth scanning offer a comprehensive approach to detecting potential surveillance.

**Highlights:** Detects cameras on your network, Scans Wi-Fi networks for connected devices, Provides detailed device information (IP, MAC), Tests internet and network speed, Performs ping tests, Includes Bluetooth device search, Scans for electromagnetic signals

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Camera Finder Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Camera Finder Weekly PRO | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Camera Finder Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💫 Hijas de mi vida
- 🌟 Massie
- 🌟 1018
- 🌟 Camara2025
- 🌟 2368

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 A disgusting way to make a living
- 🚫 Installation issues
- 🚫 Doesn't do what it says, have to pay to use
- 🚫 Took my money, hard to cancel
- 🚫 Can't cancel, made difficult

**Reported bugs**

- Camera setup issues
- Compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- Interface improvements
- Better customer support and refund process


### Security Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/security-camera-smart-cam/id6754837179)

**Currently charting:** #148 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a versatile tool for detecting magnetic fields, locating Bluetooth devices, and scanning your Wi-Fi network. Get real-time readings, estimate distances to misplaced items, and monitor all connected devices for a comprehensive overview of your environment.

**Highlights:** Magnetic field strength measurement, Locate lost Bluetooth items, Scan and monitor Wi-Fi network devices, Real-time signal strength tracking, Network device information overview, Practical usage tips and guidance

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Home Weekly Premium | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart Home Weekly  Premium | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart Home Yearly  Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Smart Home Lifetime Premium | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Home Security free?

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

### Is Security Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Home Security or Security Camera?

Security Camera is rated higher. Home Security averages 3.9 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Security Camera averages 4.3 from 178 ratings.

### Do Home Security or Security Camera have ads?

Neither Home Security nor Security Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Home Security or Security Camera?

Home Security ships an update every 9 months, and Security Camera monthly. Most recently, Home Security was updated on September 25, 2026 and Security Camera on September 22, 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.*