Comparison

XMEye vs RedGuard

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

Head to head
About

XMEye

Monitor your security cameras remotely with live video feeds and playback. This app allows you to manage your devices, record footage locally, and even communicate through bidirectional talk.

Highlights
  • Real-time live view
  • Remote playback
  • Local recording
  • Bidirectional talk
  • PTZ control
  • QR code scanning for device add
Features
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XMEye is video monitoring software for IPC and DVR. With cloud technology, easy log in by the device's serial number to show the live view monitoring video to phone and do operation accordingly. Support log in with cloud technology Support real time live view Support remote playback Local recording and play Support snapshot and pictures searching Support bidirectional talk Support PTZ control Support scanning serial number by QR code Support cloud user register and modify Support remote device add, edit and delete Support local device add, edit and delete Support adding device by address Support manually searching device in LAN Support version updating automatically Support searching device function by shake

About

RedGuard

This smart security system uses IoT technology and a SIM card for a stable, independent connection. Receive instant alerts via internet, SMS, or voice call, and remotely manage electrical appliances for 24/7 protection of your home or business.

Highlights
  • Independent SIM card connection
  • Instant security alerts (Internet, SMS, voice)
  • Remote appliance management
  • 24/7 home and business protection
  • IoT technology integration
  • Stable and reliable connection
Features
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RedGuard is a new generation of smart security systems based on the Internet of Things (IoT). Unlike traditional alarms, RedGuard operates completely independently and uses a SIM card installed on the device to establish a stable and reliable connection in any situation; even when the Internet or Wi-Fi is not available. Using RedGuard, you can: Receive security alerts instantly via the Internet, SMS or voice call. Manage your electrical appliances and equipment remotely and at any time. Protect your home, office or store with a smart, stable and 7/24 protection. Enjoy peace of mind and modern and reliable security. RedGuard is designed for today's lifestyle; a combination of advanced IoT technology and ease of use. Whether you are at home, traveling or at work, you will always be connected to your security system and can control the situation at any time. RedGuard; Smart, independent and always at the service of your security.

Screenshots

XMEye4 screens
RedGuard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RedGuard at 100% against XMEye's 11%. RedGuard also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and ads (none vs shown). XMEye's advantage is ratings volume (886 vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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

RedGuard holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XMEye has 886 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of XMEye's written reviews are positive against 100% of RedGuard's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XMEye ships an update every 5 weeks, RedGuard every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
XMEye versus RedGuard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXMEyeRedGuard
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (886 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings886 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHANGZHOU JF SOFTWARE CO., LTD.sherif mohamed kamaleldin Ahmed Hafez

Customer experience

XMEye

All ratings879 ratings
Positive44.0%
Neutral8.4%
Negative47.6%
Written reviews447 reviews
Positive11.4%
Neutral7.6%
Negative81.0%

RedGuard

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

XMEye

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login issues and password problems
  • Inability to access cameras remotely
  • Playback and recording not working
  • Compatibility issues with iOS updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Remote access from anywhere
  • Improved video playback controls
  • Better motion detection alerts

RedGuard

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

XMEye

No in-app purchases

None

RedGuard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XMEye free?
XMEye is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RedGuard free?
RedGuard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, XMEye or RedGuard?
RedGuard is rated higher. XMEye averages 3.0 out of 5 from 886 ratings, while RedGuard averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do XMEye or RedGuard have ads?
XMEye shows ads; RedGuard does not.
Which is updated more often, XMEye or RedGuard?
XMEye ships an update every 5 weeks, and RedGuard every 4 weeks. Most recently, XMEye was updated on October 26, 2026 and RedGuard on October 20, 2026.

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