Comparison

EZVIZ vs GWM DVR

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

Head to head
About

EZVIZ

Monitor and manage your smart home security devices remotely from anywhere in the world. Receive instant motion alerts, view live HD streams, and playback recorded footage to ensure the safety of your home and loved ones.

Highlights
  • Remote HD live streaming
  • 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

GWM DVR

Features
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GWM DVR is an iOS version APP of Wi Fi DASH CAM, which enables the mobile terminal to connect to the recorder through Wi Fi, preview and view the recorder pictures/videos in real time, and set the function items of the recorder on the mobile terminal.

Screenshots

EZVIZ4 screens
GWM DVR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: GWM DVR at none against EZVIZ's shown. GWM DVR also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). EZVIZ's advantage is chart position (#151 vs unranked). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
EZVIZ versus GWM DVR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEZVIZGWM DVR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (31K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings31K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#151 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.111.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size686 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEZVIZ Inc.Shenzhen MaxChip Technology Co., Ltd

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

GWM DVR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

EZVIZ

No in-app purchases

None

GWM DVR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EZVIZ free?
EZVIZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GWM DVR free?
GWM DVR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EZVIZ or GWM DVR have ads?
EZVIZ shows ads; GWM DVR does not.

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