EZVIZ vs HiLook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
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.
- Real-time monitoring
- Video playback
- Motion detection alerts
- Remote camera access
- Cloud P2P support
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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
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
EZVIZ ships an update fortnightly, HiLook every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.
| Parameter | EZVIZ | HiLook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (30K ratings) | 4.7 (23K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 70.5% of reviews — better | 37.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 30K — better | 23K |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #150 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 685 MB | 522 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EZVIZ Inc. | Hikvision Digital Technology Co.,Ltd |
Customer experience
EZVIZ
HiLook
User reviews
EZVIZ
From 30K App Store ratingsWhat 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 ratingsWhat 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
EZVIZ
No in-app purchases
HiLook
No in-app purchases








