# First Alert HD IP Camera vs EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

The clearest difference is rating: EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) at 4.0 against First Alert HD IP Camera's 1.3. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 13). First Alert HD IP Camera's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 28) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) sells 28 in-app purchases, starting at $5.59 per month. First Alert HD IP Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) has 6.5K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of First Alert HD IP Camera's written reviews are positive against 25% of EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)'s.

First Alert HD IP Camera ships an update every 2 months, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | First Alert HD IP Camera | EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.3 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-alert-hd-ip-camera/id661574648/reviews) | **[4.0 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eseecloudip-pro-vr-cam/id1032277907/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 8.3% of reviews | **24.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#34** |
| Size | 20 MB | 464 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [First Alert / BRK Brands](https://appshunter.io/developer/574690878) | [Guangdong Juan Intelligent Technology Joint Stock Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/845790513) |

## What reviewers say

### First Alert HD IP Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-alert-hd-ip-camera/id661574648)

View live video from your IP cameras, communicate through two-way audio, and control PTZ functions. Manage user accounts, device settings, and recorded data for your surveillance system.

**Highlights:** Real-time IP camera viewing, Two-way audio communication, PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) control, User account management, Device parameter management, Record data management

**In-app purchases:** none


### EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eseecloudip-pro-vr-cam/id1032277907)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #114 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This application allows for remote viewing of security cameras on your mobile device. It supports real-time multi-camera previews, PTZ control, video capture, and recording backup with a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Remote camera viewing, Real-time multi-camera preview, PTZ control, Video capture, Recording backup, QR code scanning

**In-app purchases (28)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Past 7-day event video monthly | $5.59 | per month |
| AI Alerts\|Monthly | $5.59 | per month |
| 1-Month,7Day History,Motion | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| 1-Month,7Day History,Full-Day | $10.99 | per month |
| Past 7-day event video yearly | $55.90 | per year |
| Past 7-day event video yearly | $55.90 | per year |
| Yearly,7-Day History,Motion | $55.90 | per year |
| Motion,Yearly,7-Day History | $55.90 | per year |
| Yearly,7-Day History,Motion | $56.90 | per year |
| Motion,Yearly,7-Day History | $56.90 | per year |
| 1-Year,7-Day History,Motion | $59.99 | per year |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Yearly | $64.90 | per year |
| 1-Year,7-Day History,Full-Day | $94.99 | per year |
| Past 7-day Event Video 30 day | $5.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts\|1-Month | $5.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts \| 1-Month | $6.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video 30 day | $8.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 90 day | $10.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Full Video 90 day | $13.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 90 day | $16.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video 90 day | $25.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 180 day | $31.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 360 day | $36.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Full Video 360 day | $49.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 360 day | $59.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 720 day | $59.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 720 day | $109.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Good camera quality
- 👍 Affordable
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 👍 Reliable system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Playback problems
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🔒 Security concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect cameras remotely
- Notifications not working as expected
- Playback not loading properly
- App freezes after recent update
- Incorrect time zone displayed

**Requested features**

- Add fast forward/rewind for playback
- Improve notification system
- Provide option to disable ads
- Allow more customization options
- Develop an Apple TV app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is First Alert HD IP Camera free?

First Alert HD IP Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) free?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, First Alert HD IP Camera or EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) is rated higher. First Alert HD IP Camera averages 1.3 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) averages 4.0 from 6.5K ratings.

### Do First Alert HD IP Camera or EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) have ads?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) shows ads; First Alert HD IP Camera does not.

### Which is updated more often, First Alert HD IP Camera or EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)?

First Alert HD IP Camera ships an update every 2 months, and EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) weekly. Most recently, First Alert HD IP Camera was updated on October 20, 2026 and EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) on October 26, 2026.

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