LumiViewer vs Buddy Yard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LumiViewer
Monitor and manage security systems remotely with live video streaming and smart alerts. Control access, configure devices, and stay connected to your property from anywhere.
- Live HD video monitoring
- Smart motion detection alerts
- Remote device configuration
- Access control management
- Multi-device compatibility
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LumiViewer is a cutting-edge mobile application designed for seamless monitoring and security management. Whether you’re securing your home, store, or enterprise, LumiViewer empowers you to stay connected and in control, anytime and anywhere. LumiViewer Features: -Live Video Monitoring: Stream HD video with smooth playback for real-time surveillance and crystal-clear details. -Smart Alerts: Receive instant notifications for abnormal activities like motion detection and intrusion events. -Remote Device Management: Easily add and configure devices, adjust settings, and control remotely with just a tap. -Multi-Device Compatibility: Integrates flawlessly with Luminys hardware, including NVR/ IP Camera/ Access Control. -Access Control: Unlock doors remotely and monitor entry activities. The app is free with no internal purchases or ads.
Buddy Yard
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Buddy Yard is the companion app for Buddy TradeOS. See your loading scheduled on your yard device and capture load details as you pack. When you're done, everything syncs seamlessly to your trade admin team. Requires a Buddy TradeOS account.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Buddy Yard at monthly against LumiViewer's every 4 months. LumiViewer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LumiViewer ships an update every 4 months, Buddy Yard monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | LumiViewer | Buddy Yard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (16 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 16 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 199 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Luminys Systems Corporation | Buddy Tech Limited |
In-app purchases
LumiViewer
No in-app purchases
Buddy Yard
No in-app purchases
