# U Guard vs EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

The clearest difference is rating: EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) at 4.0 against U Guard's 1.9. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (6.2K vs 55). U Guard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 28) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) sells 28 in-app purchases, starting at $5.59 per month. U Guard asks for nothing beyond the download.

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) has 6.2K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of U Guard's written reviews are positive against 25% of EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)'s.

U Guard ships an update every 5 months, EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | U Guard | EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/u-guard/id923961072/reviews) | **[4.0 (6.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eseecloudip-pro-vr-cam/id1032277907/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 55 | **6.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 9.1% of reviews | **25.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#40** |
| Size | 10 MB | 446 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Uniden Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/514321728) | [Guangdong Juan Intelligent Technology Joint Stock Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/845790513) |

## What reviewers say

### U Guard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/u-guard/id923961072)

Access your DIY home security cameras remotely from your smartphone or tablet. View live feeds, utilize night vision, and receive motion alerts. The app also supports two-way audio and playback of recorded events.

**Highlights:** Live video streaming, Night vision capabilities, Motion detection alerts, Two-way audio communication, Playback of recorded events

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eseecloudip-pro-vr-cam/id1032277907)

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #126 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This application allows for remote viewing of security cameras on your mobile device. It supports real-time multi-camera previews, PTZ control, video capture, and recording backup with a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Remote camera viewing, Real-time multi-camera preview, PTZ control, Video capture, Recording backup, QR code scanning

**In-app purchases (28)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Past 7-day event video monthly | $5.59 | per month |
| AI Alerts\|Monthly | $5.59 | per month |
| 1-Month,7Day History,Motion | $6.99 | per month |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| 1-Month,7Day History,Full-Day | $10.99 | per month |
| Past 7-day event video yearly | $55.90 | per year |
| Past 7-day event video yearly | $55.90 | per year |
| Yearly,7-Day History,Motion | $55.90 | per year |
| Motion,Yearly,7-Day History | $55.90 | per year |
| Yearly,7-Day History,Motion | $56.90 | per year |
| Motion,Yearly,7-Day History | $56.90 | per year |
| 1-Year,7-Day History,Motion | $59.99 | per year |
| AI Alerts \| Premium \| Yearly | $64.90 | per year |
| 1-Year,7-Day History,Full-Day | $94.99 | per year |
| Past 7-day Event Video 30 day | $5.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts\|1-Month | $5.99 | one-time |
| AI Alerts \| 1-Month | $6.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video 30 day | $8.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 90 day | $10.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Full Video 90 day | $13.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 90 day | $16.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Full Video 90 day | $25.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 180 day | $31.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 360 day | $36.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Full Video 360 day | $49.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 360 day | $59.99 | one-time |
| Past 3-day Event Video 720 day | $59.99 | one-time |
| Past 7-day Event Video 720 day | $109.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Good camera quality
- 👍 Affordable
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 👍 Reliable system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Playback problems
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 🔒 Security concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to connect cameras remotely
- Notifications not working as expected
- Playback not loading properly
- App freezes after recent update
- Incorrect time zone displayed

**Requested features**

- Add fast forward/rewind for playback
- Improve notification system
- Provide option to disable ads
- Allow more customization options
- Develop an Apple TV app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is U Guard free?

U Guard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) free?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, U Guard or EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) is rated higher. U Guard averages 1.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) averages 4.0 from 6.2K ratings.

### Do U Guard or EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) have ads?

EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) shows ads; U Guard does not.

### Which is updated more often, U Guard or EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam)?

U Guard ships an update every 5 months, and EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) weekly. Most recently, U Guard was updated on August 16, 2026 and EseeCloud(IP Pro, VR Cam) on September 27, 2026.

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