Comparison

Cloud Station vs IP Camera Viewer

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

Head to head
About

Cloud Station

Control and manage your desktop PC remotely from your mobile device. Access files, control media playback, and even overclock your system. Share your PC's internet connection and automate system suspension when you're away.

Highlights
  • Remote PC control (keyboard/mouse/media)
  • Home cloud file access
  • Remote overclocking
  • Auto Green system suspension
  • Internet HotSpot sharing
Features
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The Cloud Station utility allows user to operate GIGABYTE's Mobile Devices APPs to communicate, share resources, and control your desktop PC. GIGABYTE's unique Mobile Devices APPs available following features: Remote overclock, GIGABYTE Remote (Keyboard/Mouse/Windows media player remote control), Home Cloud, Auto Green, HotSpot.. etc. Home cloud allows your portable devices access files(picture and video) in your home PC via wireless or 3G network. Remote controller provides easy to use remote keyboard + mice features through your devices. Using smart phone or tablet to control and input data from your couch remotely via WiFi or Bluetooth. Remote overclock allows users to remotely control their desktop PC with a powerful suite of software functions that include overclocking and system tweaking, system monitoring plus the ability to also remotely power down the PC when needed. EasyTune Touch also offers a unique Quick Boost function with three preset overclocking configurations that offer hassle-free performance enhancement at the touch of a button. Over clocking a motherboard can result in damage to the CPU and computer. Auto Green makes system automatically suspended if paired Bluetooth phone away  from Bluetooth range (10M) HotSpot utility allows desktop's Internet connection share to other devices like tablet, or smart phone. This utility is based on WiFi HotSpot technology and it requires WiFi card and useable Internet connection. Requirements: Cloud Station for iOS is supported on PCs that use a compatible GIGABYTE motherboard. The user may also need Apple iTunes installed on their PC (see below). Cloud Station requires a connection between the iOS device and the PC. The following connection methods are supported: * IEE.802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi (using a shared Wi-Fi connection) * Standard Bluetooth General User and Installation Guide: To use Cloud Station, please follow the following steps: Installation 1. Visit the GIGABYTE website utility download page: http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/Utility.aspx 2. Download the GIGABYTE 'Cloud Station' software utility and install it on your PC (note: your PC must use a compatible GIGABYTE motherboard). 3. From the utility page, download the 'Cloud Station' app 4. Install the 'Cloud Station' app on your iOS device 5. Note: For Bluetooth and USB connection, the user must also have Apple iTunes software installed on the PC Using the 'Cloud Station' app 1. Ensure the 'Cloud Station' utility is running on your PC 2. Open the 'Cloud Station' on your iOS device. 3. Select a connection method from a choice of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. 4. Note: If selecting a Bluetooth, ensure HotSpot mode is enabled on your iOS device. 5. If connecting by Wi-Fi, once a connection is established, you can then select the target PC. 6. You will now see a choice of several control options with the easy-to-use user interface that will give you complete access to your PC’s performance. For more information about Cloud Station, please visit: www.gigabyte.com

About

IP Camera Viewer

Transform your ONVIF, RTSP, or WiFi IP cameras into a robust home security system. This app provides a smooth and fast experience for viewing and controlling network cameras across multiple Apple devices. Enjoy secure, local access without mandatory cloud services or vendor restrictions.

Highlights
  • ONVIF, RTSP, MJPEG camera support
  • Network camera discovery
  • Two-way audio communication
  • Multi-camera monitoring dashboards
  • Pan, tilt, and zoom control
  • Motion detection and recording
  • Secure local and remote access
Features
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Turn your ONVIF, RTSP or WiFi IP cameras into a powerful home security monitoring system. IPCams lets you view and control network cameras with a fast, smooth experience across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV and Apple Watch. Replace limited OEM camera apps and build your own private surveillance setup. IPCams gives you secure access to live view and camera streams — without mandatory cloud lock-in or forced vendor restrictions. IPCams supports ONVIF, RTSP and MJPEG compatible cameras, making it easy to connect wireless or wired devices on your local network and access them remotely when needed. Designed for users who want flexibility and control, IPCams delivers real-time video monitoring, reliable recording and powerful camera management tools in one professional-grade app. Monitor your home, office, garage, pets or entryways with secure local and remote access. FEATURES • Network Scanner – Quickly discover and connect compatible IP cameras • Advanced Camera Viewer – View ONVIF, RTSP and MJPEG network cameras • Two Way Audio – Talk back through your camera or doorbell • Multi-Camera Dashboards – Monitor multiple WiFi or wireless cameras at once • PTZ Control – Pan, tilt and zoom supported cameras • Picture in Picture (PIP) – Monitor live video while using other apps • Smart Motion Detection – Add event detection, recording and push notifications with IPCams Hub • Remote Streaming – Securely access your cameras remotely with IPCams Hub • Private & Secure – Your camera streams stay on your devices • Snap & Record – Capture photos and video recordings of important moments • Widgets – Add camera shortcuts and snapshots to your Home Screen • Multi-Platform – iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV and Apple Watch support • iCloud Sync – Sync and access your cameras across your Apple devices Privacy Policy: https://ipcams.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://ipcams.app/terms

Screenshots

Cloud Station3 screens
IP Camera Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.1 against Cloud Station's 1.5. IP Camera Viewer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 6). Cloud Station's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (8.2 vs 15.0). On price and ads 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. IP Camera Viewer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Cloud Station asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Cloud Station's written reviews are positive against 39% of IP Camera Viewer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cloud Station ships an update every 5 months, IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Cloud Station versus IP Camera Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloud StationIP Camera Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.5 (6 ratings)4.1 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews39.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings61.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.2 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB308 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGIGA-BYTE TEHCHNOLOGY CO., LTD.Nogosoft LLC

Customer experience

Cloud Station

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral14.3%
Negative71.4%

IP Camera Viewer

All ratings1,221 ratings
Positive74.9%
Neutral6.1%
Negative19.1%
Written reviews611 reviews
Positive39.1%
Neutral11.0%
Negative49.9%

Bugs and requests

Cloud Station

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

IP Camera Viewer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cameras disappearing after updates
  • Inability to add/edit cameras
  • Unresponsive PTZ controls
  • Connectivity issues when away from home network

Requested features

6 requests
  • Motion detection and alerts
  • Remote access and monitoring
  • PTZ camera controls
  • Ability to view camera storage/recordings
  • Customizable camera layouts
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  • Live widget for home screen

In-app purchases

None

Cloud Station

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

IP Camera Viewer

Subscriptions9
  • Pro Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pro Plus Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • Pro Plus Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Pro Plus Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Pro Plus Yearly$59.991 Year
  • Pro Plus Yearly7 Days trial$74.991 Year
One-time5
  • Pro Lifetime$149.99
  • Pro Lifetime - Family Upgrade$149.99
  • Pro Plus Lifetime - Upgrade$149.99
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  • Pro Lifetime - Family$299.99
  • Pro Plus Lifetime$299.99

Questions

Is Cloud Station free?
Cloud Station is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IP Camera Viewer free?
IP Camera Viewer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cloud Station or IP Camera Viewer?
IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. Cloud Station averages 1.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 from 1.2K ratings.
Do Cloud Station or IP Camera Viewer have ads?
Neither Cloud Station nor IP Camera Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cloud Station or IP Camera Viewer?
Cloud Station ships an update every 5 months, and IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. Most recently, Cloud Station was updated on October 14, 2026 and IP Camera Viewer on October 21, 2026.

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