# Wifi SmartSwitch vs Alfred Camera

The clearest difference is rating: Alfred Camera at 4.8 against Wifi SmartSwitch's 2.2. Alfred Camera also leads on ratings volume (112K vs 6) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 weeks). Wifi SmartSwitch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 22) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Alfred Camera sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Wifi SmartSwitch asks for nothing beyond the download.

Alfred Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alfred Camera has 112K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Wifi SmartSwitch's written reviews are positive against 53% of Alfred Camera's.

Wifi SmartSwitch ships an update every 6 weeks, Alfred Camera every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wifi SmartSwitch | Alfred Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wifi-smartswitch/id914770248/reviews) | **[4.8 (112K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **112K** |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **53.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#127** |
| Size | 23 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LANBON](https://appshunter.io/developer/914770251) | [Alfred Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/633100281) |

## What reviewers say

### Wifi SmartSwitch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wifi-smartswitch/id914770248)

Control your home devices like lights, fans, and curtains remotely. Monitor appliance status and adjust settings from anywhere. Prepare your home environment before you arrive.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Monitor appliance status, Control lighting, Control curtains, Control fans, Control sockets

**In-app purchases:** none


### Alfred Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837)

**Currently charting:** #127 Top Grossing · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Transform old smartphones into a comprehensive home security system. Monitor live feeds, receive motion alerts, and communicate remotely. Ideal for baby monitoring, pet surveillance, and general home security.

**Highlights:** 24/7 Live Streaming, Smart Intruder Alerts, Low-Light Filter, Walkie-Talkie Functionality, 360 Camera Coverage, Motion Detection Alerts

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alfred Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 1 month | $5.99 | per month |
| AlfredCamera Standard 1 month | $5.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium | $5.99 | per month |
| AlfredCamera Plus 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $23.99 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $25.49 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | per year |
| AlfredCamera Standard 12 months | $30.49 | per year |
| AlfredCamera Standard 12 months | $35.95 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Able to use old phones as cameras
- 🔒 Provides security and peace of mind
- 💡 Useful for monitoring pets and homes
- 👍 Affordable premium subscription

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and offline issues
- 🔋 Drains battery on camera device
- 🔍 Limited video quality on free version
- 🔍 Inconsistent motion detection
- 🔍 Ads can be intrusive

**Reported bugs**

- Camera orientation changes unexpectedly
- Recorded videos sometimes freeze or have missing footage
- Compatibility issues with certain phone models and networks

**Requested features**

- Add multi-view support
- Improve night vision and low-light performance
- Allow remote reconnection of offline cameras
- Provide more video recording options
- Integrate with smart home devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wifi SmartSwitch free?

Wifi SmartSwitch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Alfred Camera free?

Alfred Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Wifi SmartSwitch or Alfred Camera?

Alfred Camera is rated higher. Wifi SmartSwitch averages 2.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Alfred Camera averages 4.8 from 112K ratings.

### Do Wifi SmartSwitch or Alfred Camera have ads?

Alfred Camera shows ads; Wifi SmartSwitch does not.

### Which is updated more often, Wifi SmartSwitch or Alfred Camera?

Wifi SmartSwitch ships an update every 6 weeks, and Alfred Camera every 8 days. Most recently, Wifi SmartSwitch was updated on October 6, 2026 and Alfred Camera on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*