Comparison

Webcams vs Window Live

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Live HD streaming video
  • Megapixel snapshot cameras
  • Global network of destinations
  • Personalized watchlist creation
  • Image archive exploration
  • Scenic and landmark views
Features
Currently charting
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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

About

Window Live

Features
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Window Live – Open a Window to the World Experience the world as it happens. Window Live lets you instantly explore beautiful destinations through live cameras from around the globe. Whether you're dreaming of your next trip, checking the weather, relaxing with scenic views, or discovering places you've never seen before, Window Live brings the world directly to your screen. Features • Watch live cameras from countries around the world • Explore beaches, cities, mountains, harbors, landmarks, and more • Discover new travel destinations in real time • Save your favorite cameras for quick access • Browse locations on an interactive world map • Enjoy high-quality live streams from trusted public webcams • Easily search for places, countries, and landmarks • Fast, beautiful, and easy-to-use interface Whether you're planning your next adventure, checking local conditions, or simply looking for a peaceful escape, Window Live gives you a unique perspective of our planet—24 hours a day. Open a window to the world. Privacy & Disclaimer Window Live displays publicly available live camera streams provided by their respective owners. All trademarks, copyrights, and stream rights remain the property of their respective owners. Camera availability and quality may vary depending on the source.

Screenshots

Webcams4 screens
Window Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Window Live at none against Webcams's 2. Webcams's advantage is chart position (#175 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Webcams sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Window Live asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
Webcams versus Window Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWebcamsWindow Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.6K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#175 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEarthCam, Inc.Aristotelis Theodorakis

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

Window Live

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Webcams

Subscriptions1
  • Buy All Webcam Subscription$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Buy All Webcam Packages$4.99
None

Window Live

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Webcams free?
Webcams is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Window Live free?
Window Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Webcams or Window Live have ads?
Neither Webcams nor Window Live shows ads.

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