Comparison

Homy vs Wardly

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Homy

Transform your devices into a reliable security camera system. It detects motion, records clips, and securely stores them in iCloud. Receive instant alerts and manage recordings from any connected device.

Highlights
  • Motion-activated recording
  • Adjustable sensitivity
  • Instant motion alerts
  • Multiple video quality options
  • iCloud storage and sync
  • Face ID/Touch ID lock
  • Battery saver mode
Features
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Need a security camera you can trust? Homy turns your iPhone, iPad, or Mac into a security camera for rock-solid home security. The motion detector camera records the moment it detects movement and stores each clip safely in iCloud. Key Features: - Motion-activated recording with adjustable sensitivity. - Instant Motion Alerts send notifications to all your connected devices. - Quality you control – 480p, 720p, 1080p or 1080p 60 fps. - iCloud storage & sync for viewing on all connected devices. - Face ID / Touch ID lock for every clip. - Battery saver – auto-adjusts frame-rate and sensors for long sessions. Use cases: - Home security – guard doors, garages, and mailboxes. - Office monitoring – protect shared workspaces after hours. - Pet watcher – see what really happens when you are away. - Package proof – capture every delivery and deter theft. How to use: 1. Choose motion sensitivity and video quality. 2. Place the phone and go. Homy records each event. Review, export, or delete clips from any device that has Homy installed. Subscription & Trial (In-App Purchase): Homy offers two auto-renewing subscriptions. Both plans auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Disclaimer: Homy is not a spy tool. Local laws may require consent for video or audio recording; always follow them. The developer assumes no liability for misuse. Terms of Use – https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy – https://homy.camera/privacy/

About

Wardly

Features
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Give your spare iPhone, iPad, or Mac a useful new job: a camera for Apple Home. Check on your pet or take a quick look at a room from the Home app on another device, using hardware you already own. SET UP, THEN WATCH LIVE Guided setup helps you use this device as a camera or prepare another one. Follow the steps, then add the camera in Apple Home on an iPhone or iPad. You can pause setup and continue later. For live viewing on your home network, you do not need a home hub. MADE FOR EVERYDAY CHECK-INS • Live video directly in Apple Home • Motion detection with adjustable sensitivity • Speak from the Home app through the camera device's speaker • No Wardly account or Wardly cloud servers • Family Sharing for the one-time unlock TRY IT AT HOME All features are available during a 7-day free trial starting from the original download. After the trial, a one-time in-app purchase unlocks continued use. No subscription. BEFORE YOU START The camera device needs iOS/iPadOS 17 or later, or macOS 14 or later. On iPhone and iPad, keep Wardly open in the foreground while using it as a camera; a power connection is recommended for longer sessions. Watching away from home requires a HomePod or Apple TV set up as an Apple home hub. Wardly provides live video, not recordings or HomeKit Secure Video. Sound from the camera's microphone is not sent to the viewer; speaking from the viewer to the camera is supported.

Screenshots

Homy4 screens
Wardly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wardly at none against Homy's 4. Homy's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Homy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. Wardly asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Homy ships an update every 2 weeks, Wardly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Homy versus Wardly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomyWardly
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (51 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings51 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHristo BogoevFalco Tomasetti

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Homy

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription7 Days trial$1.497 Days
  • Monthly Subcription$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$44.99
None

Wardly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Homy free?
Homy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wardly free?
Wardly is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Homy or Wardly have ads?
Neither Homy nor Wardly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Homy or Wardly?
Homy ships an update every 2 weeks, and Wardly weekly. Most recently, Homy was updated on October 11, 2026 and Wardly on October 7, 2026.

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