Comparison

Homy vs Black Screen Camera QuietCam

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

Black Screen Camera QuietCam

Capture photos, videos, and audio discreetly with a black or custom screen. Offers a minimal interface for unobtrusive recording, ideal for lectures or personal notes. Features a private gallery and full camera control.

Highlights
  • Black screen recording
  • Private gallery
  • Multiple recording modes (photo, video, audio, burst)
  • Full camera control
  • Lock screen style interface
  • Minimal interface
  • Timestamp overlay
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QuietCam Black Screen Camera Record video, photos, and audio with your screen off. Stay minimal, distraction free, and battery efficient. QuietCam lets you capture moments without a bright screen or visible interface. Your screen stays dark or shows a custom wallpaper while recording. No bright viewfinder, no distractions, just tap and capture. Perfect for lectures, meetings, personal notes, or any situation where you want a clean and unobtrusive recording experience. Black Screen Recording Take photos and record video without a bright display. Choose a black screen, a lock screen style wallpaper, or your own custom background. Private Gallery All recordings are saved to a private in app gallery by default. Your media stays yours and is not mixed into your Camera Roll unless you choose to export it. Multiple Recording Modes • Photo - single tap capture • Video - up to 4K resolution at 60 FPS (PRO) • Audio - high quality stereo recording (PRO) • Burst - automatic photo capture at custom intervals Full Camera Control • Front and back camera • Multiple lenses including ultra wide, wide, and telephoto • Video resolution and frame rate settings Lock Screen Style Choose from built in wallpapers with an optional clock overlay. Your screen can look like a regular lock screen while recording. Minimal Interface Long press to hide controls. Tap anywhere to capture. No visible buttons, just a clean screen. Timestamp Overlay Optionally add date and time directly to your photos and videos. Battery Friendly A dark screen reduces power usage so you can record longer. Privacy First • All media is stored locally on your device • No analytics, no tracking, no ads • No account required • No data leaves your phone • Private gallery keeps recordings separate from your Photos library • File sharing via the Files app Unlock PRO features: • Video recording up to 4K 60 FPS • Audio only recording • Burst mode with custom intervals • All future features included Start your free trial today. Cancel anytime. Always respect privacy and local laws when recording. Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/quietcam-pp Terms of service: https://sites.google.com/view/quietcam-tos By downloading, you agree to Apple’s Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Homy4 screens
Black Screen Camera QuietCam4 screens

Verdict

The call

Homy and Black Screen Camera QuietCam both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Black Screen Camera QuietCam's written reviews are positive against 75% of Homy's. Homy's advantage is device support (4 vs 1) and ratings volume (48 vs 16). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 and Black Screen Camera QuietCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Homy against 4.7 for Black Screen Camera QuietCam. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48 and 16 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Homy's written reviews are positive against 100% of Black Screen Camera QuietCam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Homy versus Black Screen Camera QuietCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomyBlack Screen Camera QuietCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (48 ratings)4.7 (16 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings48 — better16
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHristo BogoevPawel Chmiel

Customer experience

Homy

All ratings48 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral4.2%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Black Screen Camera QuietCam

All ratings16 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
3 purchases

Black Screen Camera QuietCam

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly PRO$3.997 Days
  • Monthly PRO access3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Yearly access3 Days trial$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Homy free?
Homy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Black Screen Camera QuietCam free?
Black Screen Camera QuietCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Homy or Black Screen Camera QuietCam?
Homy and Black Screen Camera QuietCam are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 48 and 16 ratings respectively.
Do Homy or Black Screen Camera QuietCam have ads?
Neither Homy nor Black Screen Camera QuietCam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Homy or Black Screen Camera QuietCam?
Homy ships an update every 2 weeks, and Black Screen Camera QuietCam every 2 weeks. Most recently, Homy was updated on September 22, 2026 and Black Screen Camera QuietCam on September 21, 2026.

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