Comparison

ALC Observer 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

ALC Observer

Monitor your home or loved ones remotely with live video feeds. This app allows for manual or motion-activated recording and playback directly on your device. Receive notifications to stay updated on activity.

Highlights
  • Live video streaming
  • Motion detection recording
  • Manual video recording
  • Video playback
  • Push notifications
Features
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Want to keep an eye on your house or your loved ones while you are away? You have made the right choice with ALC Observer! You will not need to register for anything and you do not need a PC or laptop for installation. You will see live video within 5 minutes (starting with turning on the app)! ALC Observer app is compatible with all ALC Observer (AWS series) systems. Simply set up the system, plug in the Ethernet cord, download the app, and start viewing your system from afar. You will be able to watch live feeds from any cameras at any time. Manually record videos or turn on motion detection so it automatically records when something moves in front of the camera. Playback your recorded videos directly on your smartphone or tablet. Turn on notification so you will be kept up-to-date! For more information, please visit www.alcwireless.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

ALC Observer1 screens
IP Camera Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.1 against ALC Observer's 1.4. IP Camera Viewer also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 0%) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 17). ALC Observer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (7.0 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. ALC Observer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IP Camera Viewer has 1.2K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ALC Observer's written reviews are positive against 39% of IP Camera Viewer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ALC Observer ships an update monthly, IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
ALC Observer versus IP Camera Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterALC ObserverIP Camera Viewer
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.4 (17 ratings)4.1 (1.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews39.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings171.2K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB306 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJSW PACIFIC CORPORATIONNogosoft LLC

Customer experience

ALC Observer

All ratings17 ratings
Positive11.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

IP Camera Viewer

All ratings1,220 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral6.1%
Negative18.9%
Written reviews607 reviews
Positive39.2%
Neutral10.9%
Negative49.9%

Bugs and requests

ALC Observer

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

ALC Observer

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 ALC Observer free?
ALC Observer 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, ALC Observer or IP Camera Viewer?
IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. ALC Observer averages 1.4 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 from 1.2K ratings.
Do ALC Observer or IP Camera Viewer have ads?
Neither ALC Observer nor IP Camera Viewer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ALC Observer or IP Camera Viewer?
ALC Observer ships an update monthly, and IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. Most recently, ALC Observer was updated on September 21, 2026 and IP Camera Viewer on September 23, 2026.

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