Webcams vs OpenwebcamDB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Webcams
Explore the world through live HD video streams and high-resolution snapshots from a global network of cameras. Discover scenic destinations and landmarks, create personalized watchlists, and browse curated image archives. Enjoy virtual travel from your device.
- Live HD streaming video
- Megapixel snapshot cameras
- Global network of destinations
- Personalized watchlist creation
- Image archive exploration
- Scenic and landmark views
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With EarthCam’s Webcams app, you can travel the globe, visiting scenic and landmark destinations via our unique network of live HD streaming video and megapixel snapshot cameras. Subscribe now to watch hundreds of live-streams for just $4.99 per year, and create your own personalized watchlist. Explore the Hall of Fame to enjoy the best image archives submitted by EarthCam.com visitors and share your favorites! Please note: some streaming cameras may take a moment to load based on your internet connection. Webcams listed are subject to availability and may change from time to time. New views are added regularly, so be sure to check back for new releases. If you’re enjoying Webcams, please take a moment to leave us a positive review. If you’ve left a review before, kindly repost as the reviews are reset with every update. Thanks for your support and for traveling the globe with EarthCam! Run into trouble? Want to let us know what you love about our app or have suggestions for future updates? Please contact us at feedback@earthcam.com. EarthCam Terms of Service: https://www.earthcam.com/company/tos.php
OpenwebcamDB
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Discover and explore thousands of live webcams from around the world with OpenwebcamDB. Experience real-time views of stunning locations, from beautiful beaches and majestic mountains to bustling city skylines and iconic landmarks. Features: • Browse webcams by country, category, or popularity • Interactive map view to explore webcams geographically • Save your favorite webcams for quick access • Discover random webcams from around the world • Watch live streams directly in the app • Detailed information including location, categories, and descriptions • Dark mode support for comfortable viewing • Home screen widgets - add Random, Popular, or Trending webcams to your home screen Categories include beaches, mountains, cities, landmarks, wildlife, sports venues, weather stations, and more. Whether you're planning your next trip, checking conditions at your favorite destination, or simply exploring the world from home, OpenwebcamDB brings the world to your fingertips. Perfect for travelers, weather enthusiasts, surf and ski enthusiasts, or anyone curious about what's happening around the globe right now. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Webcams at none against OpenwebcamDB's shown. Webcams also leads on chart position (#195 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Webcams sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and OpenwebcamDB sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Webcams | OpenwebcamDB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (4.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Best chart rank | #195 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EarthCam, Inc. | Titans of Industry |
Bugs and requests
Webcams
Reported bugs
3 issues- Cameras frequently go offline or show archived footage
- App crashes or becomes unresponsive
- Issues with restoring purchases on new devices
Requested features
5 requests- More international cameras, especially in Europe, Australia, and other regions
- Ability to rearrange and organize favorite cameras
- Add more camera locations, especially iconic landmarks and tourist destinations
- Improve camera quality and reliability
- Add sound to more cameras
OpenwebcamDB
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Webcams
- Buy All Webcam Subscription$4.991 Year
- Buy All Webcam Packages$4.99
OpenwebcamDB
- Premium monthly$0.991 Month
- Premium$3.99
