Comparison

VITEK On Cue Viewer vs Lorex Classic

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

Head to head
About

VITEK On Cue Viewer

Access live and recorded 1080p video from security cameras on your iPhone or iPad. View up to four cameras simultaneously, control PTZ functions, and easily search playback history with a streamlined interface.

Highlights
  • Live and recorded 1080p video streaming
  • View up to 4 cameras in Matrix View
  • PTZ control and Snapshot function
  • History Search and Playback
  • Pinch-Zoom gesture control
  • Streamlined, easy-to-navigate interface
Features
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The On Cue Viewer from VITEK delivers both live and recorded video in stunning 2 MegaPixel (1080p) quality right to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch, from anywhere you have a Wi-Fi or 3G connection, with ease of use never seen before. The 4 most popular Remote Viewing functions are seamlessly integrated into a clean, straight forward interface that doesn’t require a manual to use: History Search, Matrix-View, PTZ Control, and Snapshot Image. Instead of searching through setup menus to access the function you need, the On Cue Viewer app provides all of its functionality from one main screen. Simply swipe to view the matrix, tap and hold to bring-up PTZ controls or take snapshot. Tilt the screen vertical for Search/Playback and Connection Controls. It’s just that simple! Features • Pinch-Zoom Gesture Control • Easy to navigate streamlined Interface • View Up To 4 1080p Cameras Simultaneously In Matrix View • Swipe To Change From Camera To Camera Or Back To Matrix • Quick Search And Playback Functions With Intuitive Controls • Screen Capture Function Downloads Straight To Your Pictures Folder • Advanced Setup Features Links To The Full Web GUI For Maximum-Control • Easy-Access PTZ Controls Integrated Into The Main View Live Demo Configuration: 1) Press the New button 2) Enter the connection information listed below Connection Name: Vitek-Demo Host Address: 12.22.195.26 DVR Port Number: 8554 Web Port: 9000 User Name: DEMO Password: 1234 3) Press Save 4) Select the DVR from the list 5) Press Connect

About

Lorex Classic

Monitor your property with live, ultra-high-definition video streams from your security cameras. Review past events, receive instant motion alerts, and customize settings for personalized security management. Access and control your devices remotely for peace of mind.

Highlights
  • 4K Live Viewing
  • Event Playback
  • Smart Alerts
  • Customizable Settings
  • Remote Access
Features
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Take control of your security with the Lorex Classic app. View live video in up to 4K resolution, playback recorded events, and receive instant notifications from your Lorex security cameras and devices. Key Features: – 4K Live Viewing: Monitor your property in ultra-high-definition, capturing every detail. – Event Playback: Quickly review recorded footage to stay informed about past activity. - Smart Alerts: Receive instant push notifications for motion detection. – Customizable Settings: Tailor detection zones, notifications, and recording schedules to suit your needs. – Remote Access: Manage all of your devices, from anywhere. With the Lorex Classic app, your security is always at your fingertips. Download today to experience peace of mind, anytime, anywhere. Compatible Devices: The Lorex Classic app supports a wide range of security cameras, DVRs, and NVRs. Check the Lorex website for a full list of compatible models.

Screenshots

VITEK On Cue Viewer4 screens
Lorex Classic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Lorex Classic at 4.6 against VITEK On Cue Viewer's 3.0. Lorex Classic also leads on ratings volume (25K vs 2) and review sentiment (20% vs 0%). VITEK On Cue Viewer's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lorex Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lorex Classic has 25K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of VITEK On Cue Viewer's written reviews are positive against 20% of Lorex Classic's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VITEK On Cue Viewer ships an update every 7 months, Lorex Classic every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
VITEK On Cue Viewer versus Lorex Classic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVITEK On Cue ViewerLorex Classic
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (25K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews20.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings225K — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple TV — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.1
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB205 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVitek Industrial Video Products, Inc.Lorex Corporation

Customer experience

VITEK On Cue Viewer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Lorex Classic

All ratings24,534 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral2.5%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews939 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral12.5%
Negative67.2%

Bugs and requests

VITEK On Cue Viewer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Lorex Classic

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Playback not working after recent update
  • Cameras randomly going offline
  • Notifications not working as expected
  • Timeline view issues and missing recordings

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow multiple device logins on same account
  • Add fast forward/rewind for video playback
  • Improve motion detection accuracy and customization
  • Develop native iPad app

In-app purchases

None

VITEK On Cue Viewer

No in-app purchases

None

Lorex Classic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VITEK On Cue Viewer free?
VITEK On Cue Viewer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lorex Classic free?
Lorex Classic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, VITEK On Cue Viewer or Lorex Classic?
Lorex Classic is rated higher. VITEK On Cue Viewer averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Lorex Classic averages 4.6 from 25K ratings.
Do VITEK On Cue Viewer or Lorex Classic have ads?
Neither VITEK On Cue Viewer nor Lorex Classic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VITEK On Cue Viewer or Lorex Classic?
VITEK On Cue Viewer ships an update every 7 months, and Lorex Classic every 2 months. Most recently, VITEK On Cue Viewer was updated on October 29, 2026 and Lorex Classic on November 1, 2026.

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