Comparison

Homy vs BetterSee

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

BetterSee

Features
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BetterSee is an ad-free, minimalist app for watching iCSee and Xiongmai IP cameras — on your home Wi-Fi or from anywhere with Cloud ID. Open a camera and you get live video, tap-to-look PTZ, and a day of SD-card recordings you can scrub through. No ads. No junk. Just a clearer view of home. WATCH LIVE • Live video over your local network (RTSP) or remotely via Cloud ID • Fast dashboard with stills while streams open • Switch quality when you need a lighter stream • Landscape immersive view that keeps PTZ on screen CONTROL THE CAMERA • Tap a point on the video to look that way • Hold the on-screen stick to pan, plus zoom in and out • Recall presets, start a cruise, or zoom toward an area • Works with PTZ-capable Xiongmai / iCSee cameras PLAY BACK WHAT YOU MISSED • Scrub a full day of footage from the camera’s SD card • Jump by day, filter motion or alarm clips, and change playback speed • We do not keep a BetterSee cloud DVR — recordings stay on your camera SHARE THE HOUSEHOLD • Cameras belong to a household, not a single login • Invite family by email; members can watch, owners manage • Group cameras into rooms (kitchen, yard, garage) • Find cameras on Wi-Fi or add them with a Cloud ID BUILT TO STAY OUT OF THE WAY • No ads, no analytics SDKs, no third-party trackers • English, Portuguese, and Spanish • Light, dark, or system appearance • Encrypted camera passwords; account security with 2FA and passkeys COMPATIBILITY BetterSee is built for households that already use iCSee or Xiongmai cameras (Cloud ID / serial, local RTSP, and NETIP PTZ). It is an independent app and is not affiliated with iCSee, Xiongmai, or JFTech. SUBSCRIPTIONS BetterSee is free to try for 14 days on your first household. After the trial, an auto-renewable annual subscription is required to keep watching. • Standard — $19.90 per year: full access for one household you own • Premium — $39.90 per year: full access for unlimited households you own Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. The subscription renews automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you buy a subscription. Privacy policy: https://bettersee.app/privacy Support: hello@bettersee.app

Screenshots

Homy4 screens
BetterSee4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Homy at 4 against BetterSee's 1. Homy also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.2). On price, update cadence, 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

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 BetterSee sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Homy ships an update every 2 weeks, BetterSee every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Homy versus BetterSee: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomyBetterSee
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (51 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings51 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHristo BogoevGustavo Paiva

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
2 purchases

BetterSee

Subscriptions2
  • Standard Annual$19.991 Year
  • Premium Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Homy free?
Homy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BetterSee free?
BetterSee is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Homy or BetterSee have ads?
Neither Homy nor BetterSee shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Homy or BetterSee?
Homy ships an update every 2 weeks, and BetterSee every 8 days. Most recently, Homy was updated on October 11, 2026 and BetterSee on October 2, 2026.

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