Comparison

Agent DVR Remote vs Smart RTSP

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

Head to head
About

Agent DVR Remote

Access and manage your Agent DVR surveillance system remotely. Monitor cameras, review footage, and receive instant alerts from anywhere in the world. Requires a paid iSpyConnect.com subscription.

Highlights
  • Global remote access to Agent DVR
  • Intelligent push notifications
  • Remote command execution
  • Biometric security (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Monitor cameras and review footage
Features
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Agent DVR Remote: Your Surveillance, Anywhere. (Paid iSpyConnect.com Account REQUIRED) Agent DVR Remote is the essential companion app for your Agent DVR system, bringing seamless remote control right to your iPhone or iPad. Monitor your cameras, review footage, and manage your surveillance setup from anywhere in the world – whether your Agent DVR is running on Windows, Linux, or Mac OS. IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE DOWNLOADING This app is NOT a standalone service. Agent DVR Remote REQUIRES an active, paid subscription to iSpyConnect.com to function. If you DO NOT have an existing, paid iSpyConnect.com account, this app will NOT work for you. We highly recommend confirming you have a current, paid subscription before downloading to avoid any disappointment. Key Features: Global Access: Connect to and manage your Agent DVR server from virtually anywhere. Keep an eye on your property, loved ones, or business with ease. Intelligent Push Notifications: Get instant, actionable alerts delivered directly to your device. Customize your notifications to stay informed about what matters most, exactly when it happens. Remote Commands: Take immediate control. Trigger recordings, arm or disarm your system, or apply profiles remotely with a tap. Biometric Security: Protect your sensitive surveillance data. Access your system securely using Face ID or Touch ID, ensuring only authorized users can view your feeds and controls. Agent DVR Remote provides the peace of mind that comes with having your surveillance system always at your fingertips. Remember: A valid, paid iSpyConnect.com subscription is absolutely essential to use this application.

About

Smart RTSP

View and record live streams from IP cameras using RTSP, HLS, or ONVIF protocols. Offers motion detection, event recording, and playback history without requiring an account. Supports PTZ control and local notifications for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • RTSP, HLS, ONVIF camera viewing
  • Manual and event-triggered recording
  • Motion, person, and sound detection
  • Event history and recording playback
  • PTZ camera control
  • Local notifications
  • Live push to streaming platforms
Features
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Smart RTSP is a private local RTSP Camera Viewer and event recorder for IP cameras that expose RTSP, HLS, or ONVIF streams. Add cameras by entering a stream URL or discovering ONVIF devices on your local network. Watch live video, record important events, review playback history, and control supported ONVIF PTZ cameras, with no Smart RTSP account required. Key features: • RTSP, HLS, and ONVIF camera viewing • Manual and event-triggered recording with no-recording schedules and adjustable duration • Smart recording retention by event type • Motion, person, and sound detection with motion ROI areas • Event history, recording playback, and batch cleanup • Apple Home bridge from Mac for supported RTSP cameras • Live Push to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, or custom RTMP • Local notifications and privacy-focused design with no Smart RTSP account required • Optional iCloud sync and iCloud Drive storage Compatibility depends on the camera exposing a supported RTSP/HLS stream or ONVIF service. Privacy Policy: https://www.smartrtsp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Agent DVR Remote4 screens
Smart RTSP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Agent DVR Remote at none against Smart RTSP's 10. Agent DVR Remote also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.5). Smart RTSP's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (88% vs 75%). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Smart RTSP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Agent DVR Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Agent DVR Remote against 4.5 for Smart RTSP. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Agent DVR Remote's written reviews are positive against 88% of Smart RTSP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Agent DVR Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Smart RTSP every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Agent DVR Remote versus Smart RTSP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAgent DVR RemoteSmart RTSP
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (8 ratings)4.5 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB181 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTHE PLAYFUL GROUP PTY LTD原野 葛

Customer experience

Agent DVR Remote

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Smart RTSP

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Agent DVR Remote

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Smart RTSP

Subscriptions8
  • SmartRTSP Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Monthly Shared Stream$2.991 Month
  • SmartRTSP Yearly$6.991 Year
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  • Yearly Shared Stream$9.991 Year
  • Yearly 2 Remote Cameras$14.991 Year
  • Yearly 4 Remote Cameras$29.991 Year
  • Yearly 6 Remote Cameras$44.991 Year
  • Yearly 8 Remote Cameras$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Membership$14.99
  • Family Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Agent DVR Remote free?
Agent DVR Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Smart RTSP free?
Smart RTSP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Agent DVR Remote or Smart RTSP?
Smart RTSP is rated higher. Agent DVR Remote averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Smart RTSP averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.
Do Agent DVR Remote or Smart RTSP have ads?
Neither Agent DVR Remote nor Smart RTSP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Agent DVR Remote or Smart RTSP?
Agent DVR Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Smart RTSP every 3 days. Most recently, Agent DVR Remote was updated on October 30, 2026 and Smart RTSP on October 31, 2026.

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