# Main Line Today vs InstaViewSafe

Main Line Today and InstaViewSafe both sit at 3.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 33% of InstaViewSafe's written reviews are positive against 0% of Main Line Today's. InstaViewSafe also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Main Line Today's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Main Line Today sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year and InstaViewSafe sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for Main Line Today against 3.1 for InstaViewSafe. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InstaViewSafe has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Main Line Today's written reviews are positive against 33% of InstaViewSafe's.

Main Line Today ships an update every 3 months, InstaViewSafe every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Main Line Today | InstaViewSafe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/main-line-today/id829593495/reviews) | **[3.1 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instaviewsafe/id1487575883/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **7** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 9 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Martinelli Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/803882540) | [Wireless input Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/428847647) |

## What reviewers say

### Main Line Today

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/main-line-today/id829593495)

Access a sophisticated monthly lifestyle publication focused on the Main Line and western Philadelphia suburbs. Enjoy exclusive content on local personalities, events, and issues through engaging writing and stunning visuals, delivered digitally to your device.

**Highlights:** Digital magazine access, Searchable content, Bookmark articles, Exclusive local coverage, Stylish photography, In-depth profiles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Main Line Today Subscription | $14.99 | per year |
| Main Line Today Magazine | $4.99 | one-time |
| Main Line Today January 2020 | $4.99 | one-time |
| MLT Ultimate Guide 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Main Line Today November 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Main Line Today October 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Main Line Today September 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Main Line Today August 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Main Line Today July 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |


### InstaViewSafe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instaviewsafe/id1487575883)

This application connects to a specific video doorbell or home security system. It allows users to interact with their installed security hardware. A hardware purchase is required to use the app's features.

**Highlights:** Connects to InstaviewSafe hardware, Video doorbell integration, Home security system control, Remote access to security features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Half a year member | $20.99 | one-time |
| One year membership. | $40.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Main Line Today free?

Main Line Today is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is InstaViewSafe free?

InstaViewSafe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Main Line Today or InstaViewSafe?

InstaViewSafe is rated higher. Main Line Today averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while InstaViewSafe averages 3.1 from 7 ratings.

### Do Main Line Today or InstaViewSafe have ads?

Neither Main Line Today nor InstaViewSafe shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Main Line Today or InstaViewSafe?

Main Line Today ships an update every 3 months, and InstaViewSafe every 2 weeks. Most recently, Main Line Today was updated on October 12, 2026 and InstaViewSafe on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*