Comparison

EZVIZ vs HiLook

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

Head to head
About

EZVIZ

Manage your security cameras and smart home devices remotely from anywhere in the world. Receive instant motion detection alerts and take action to protect your home, business, and loved ones. View live streams, playback recordings, and communicate using two-way audio.

Highlights
  • View live HD streams remotely
  • Night vision with IR light
  • Playback recorded videos
  • Two-way audio communication
  • Instant motion detection alerts
  • Customizable detection zones
  • Device sharing with family
Features
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EZVIZ – Security Video For Smart Life The EZVIZ app is designed to work with our series of Security Cameras and other Smart Home products. By using this app, it is so easy to manage your camera and other smart home devices remotely from across the globe any time. You can get full access and remote control of all devices functions at fingertips, and take necessary actions to ensure the safety of your homes, businesses and loved ones when receiving immediate motion detection alerts on your phone. Key features: - View high-definition live stream from anywhere - See in the dark with IR light on - Playback recorded videos with CloudPlay or an SD card - Talk via Two-Way Audio - Get instant alerts when motion is detected - Customize detection zones and sensitivity - Set schedules to record the moments that matter - Share devices with friends and family Permission Settings Description The EZVIZ APP requires the following permissions. All requested permissions are “optional”. You can still use the service normally even if you decline. - Nearby Devices 1. Scan and discover nearby Bluetooth devices for pairing when adding a device. - Microphone 1. Enable real-time voice calls with devices 2. Use voice-changing and pet voice-changing features 3. Record custom voice clips as the device alert tone 4. Use speech-to-text for quick input - Photos & Videos 1. Select QR code images from the album for recognition when adding devices 2. Save screenshots and video recordings of device live feeds locally 3. Upload a personal avatar for account display 4. Submit feedback and report issues with screenshots - Notifications 1. Receive device alarms, motion detection alerts, and other message reminders - Contacts 1. Add emergency contacts for the one-tap alarm feature - Location 1. Obtain the current Wi-Fi name (SSID) to assist with device network setup 2. Automatically locate your city on the city selection page * The location data is used locally on your device only and is never uploaded to the cloud. - Camera 1. Scan QR codes to add devices 2. Take photos and upload them as personal avatars Contact Us Technical Support: support@ezvizlife.com General Enquiries: info@ezvizlife.com

About

HiLook

Access and view live video streams from your DNRs, NVRs, and IP cameras remotely. Play back recorded footage to review past events and receive instant notifications when motion is detected by your devices.

Highlights
  • Real-time monitoring
  • Video playback
  • Motion detection alerts
  • Remote camera access
  • Cloud P2P support
Features
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long description : The HiLookVision app is designed to work with DNRs, NVRs and IP cameras which support Cloud P2P function.It allows you to live with your cameras remotely.All you need to do is creating an account and adding device into the account, then you can enjoy the real-time video from cameras on a global scale. it also allows you to play back recorded video to search every milestone of your life.When motion detection alarm of your device triggered, you can get an instant message notification from XXX app. Key Features: 1. Real-time monitoring 2. Video playback 3. Motion detection alarm notification

Screenshots

EZVIZ4 screens
HiLook3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: HiLook at none against EZVIZ's shown. HiLook also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). EZVIZ's advantage is review sentiment (70% vs 37%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for EZVIZ against 4.7 for HiLook. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30K and 23K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of EZVIZ's written reviews are positive against 37% of HiLook's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EZVIZ ships an update fortnightly, HiLook every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
EZVIZ versus HiLook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEZVIZHiLook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (30K ratings)4.7 (23K ratings)
Positive reviews70.5% of reviews — better37.2% of reviews
Number of ratings30K — better23K
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#150 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size685 MB522 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEZVIZ Inc.Hikvision Digital Technology Co.,Ltd

Customer experience

EZVIZ

All ratings29,509 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative4.4%
Written reviews968 reviews
Positive70.5%
Neutral7.1%
Negative22.4%

HiLook

All ratings22,599 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews258 reviews
Positive37.2%
Neutral10.9%
Negative51.9%

User reviews

EZVIZ

From 30K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 📽️ Excellent video quality
  • 🔒 Reliable security features
  • 🌍 Useful for remote monitoring
  • 🔧 Easy setup and configuration
  • 💡 Helpful app features (e.g., two-way audio, motion detection)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Overly sensitive motion detection
  • 🔌 Connectivity issues and camera disconnections
  • 💰 Expensive cloud storage subscription
  • 🕰️ Slow live view and video playback

HiLook

From 23K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Shared functionality
  • 🚀 Clear and smooth camera feed
  • 🔒 Provides peace of mind
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Excellent camera quality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and offline issues
  • 🐛 Push notifications not working
  • 🐛 Playback and recording issues
  • 🐛 Unstable network connection
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes

Bugs and requests

EZVIZ

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App login issues and frequent log-outs
  • Incorrect or missing video timestamps
  • Inability to view live feed or recordings
  • Incompatibility with certain iOS versions
  • Unreliable geofencing and automation features

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved motion detection with person/object recognition
  • Ability to quickly arm/disarm individual cameras
  • Native iPad app support with optimized layout
  • Customizable notification settings and schedules
  • Easier video clip downloading and sharing

HiLook

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Local view quits unexpectedly
  • Notifications not working
  • Playback not functioning properly
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow customizable alert sounds
  • Add 6-camera view option
  • Improve remote access and connectivity
  • Implement faster video playback speeds
  • Provide better instructions and documentation

In-app purchases

None

EZVIZ

No in-app purchases

None

HiLook

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EZVIZ free?
EZVIZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HiLook free?
HiLook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, EZVIZ or HiLook?
EZVIZ and HiLook are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 30K and 23K ratings respectively.
Do EZVIZ or HiLook have ads?
EZVIZ shows ads; HiLook does not.
Which is updated more often, EZVIZ or HiLook?
EZVIZ ships an update fortnightly, and HiLook every 4 months. Most recently, EZVIZ was updated on September 26, 2026 and HiLook on September 26, 2026.

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