Ring vs HUNTVISION
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ring
Monitor your home from anywhere with video doorbells, security cameras, and smart lighting. Receive instant alerts for motion or visitors, communicate with them using two-way talk, and review recorded footage. Manage your home security system and receive professional monitoring services for enhanced safety.
- Real-time doorbell and motion alerts
- HD video and two-way talk
- Smart lighting control and scheduling
- Home alarm system monitoring
- Professional emergency responder dispatch
- Live video streaming
Read full descriptionHide full description
Know what’s happening at home from wherever you are with Ring Video Doorbells, Security Cameras and Alarm systems, and Smart Lights. Ring Doorbells and Cameras can send you instant alerts when someone’s at your door or motion is detected. Keep an eye on what matters with live HD video and greet visitors with Two-Way Talk. With a Ring Protect subscription (or free trial), you can review, save, and share Ring videos. Ring Smart Lights let you control and schedule lighting easily. Some models can even notify you about motion nearby, and trigger other compatible Ring devices to record. Ring Alarm systems let you monitor entrances and indoor spaces, and detect certain safety hazards. Enroll in Ring Alarm Professional Monitoring* (compatible Ring Protect subscription required) to request dispatch of emergency responders when your Ring Alarm is triggered. Whether you’re halfway around the world or just out shopping , with Ring, you’re always home. *Compatible Ring subscription is required to enroll in Professional Monitoring. Service available in all 50 U.S. states (territories not included) and in Canada (excluding Quebec). Ring does not own its monitoring center. Smoke and carbon monoxide monitoring is not available for business or commercially zoned addresses. See Ring Alarm licenses at: ring.com/licenses. Additional fees may be required for permits, false alarms, or Alarm Verified Guard Response, depending on your local jurisdiction. What you can do with the Ring app: - Get real-time doorbell and motion alerts on your smartphone or tablet - See and speak with visitors with HD Video and Two-Way Talk - Get real-time alerts when your Alarm sensors are triggered
HUNTVISION
Monitor your home in real-time with intelligent motion detection and instant alarm notifications. Stay connected to your property and enhance your security with this convenient and intelligent solution.
- Real-time monitoring
- Intelligent motion detection
- Real-time alarm push
- Home security
- Convenient and intelligent experience
Read full descriptionHide full description
HUNTVISION, real-time monitoring, intelligent motion detection, and real-time alarm push allow you to grasp the dynamics of your home anytime and anywhere, making your life more secure. It fully protects your safety and brings you a more convenient and intelligent experience.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Ring at none against HUNTVISION's shown. Ring also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (1.9M vs 897). HUNTVISION's advantage is iOS requirement (13 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Ring holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ring has 1.9M ratings behind it against 897, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Ring's written reviews are positive against 15% of HUNTVISION's.
Ring ships an update every 9 days, HUNTVISION every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ring | HUNTVISION |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.9M ratings) — better | 4.4 (897 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews — better | 14.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.9M — better | 897 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Best chart rank | #8 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 542 MB | 202 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ring.com | IVYIOT LLC |
Customer experience
Ring
HUNTVISION
Bugs and requests
Ring
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inconsistent motion detection
- Recorded videos randomly disappearing
- Chime not working as expected
- Unreliable app performance after updates
Requested features
4 requests- Customizable motion zones
- Ability to schedule modes
- Apple HomeKit integration
- More flexible notification settings
HUNTVISION
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ring
No in-app purchases
HUNTVISION
No in-app purchases









