# 360 Smart Camera vs IP Camera Viewer

The clearest difference is rating: IP Camera Viewer at 4.1 against 360 Smart Camera's 3.3. IP Camera Viewer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). 360 Smart Camera's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 360 Smart Camera sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and IP Camera Viewer sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

IP Camera Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 364 and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of 360 Smart Camera's written reviews are positive against 39% of IP Camera Viewer's.

360 Smart Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 360 Smart Camera | IP Camera Viewer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (364 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/360-smart-camera/id958068931/reviews) | **[4.1 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 364 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 26.5% of reviews | **39.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 347 MB | 308 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Visual World Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1270023606) | [Nogosoft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037724490) |

## What reviewers say

### 360 Smart Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/360-smart-camera/id958068931)

Monitor your home and loved ones remotely with real-time video streaming and two-way audio. Receive motion detection alerts and review recorded footage from SD cards or cloud storage. Share access with family members for a connected experience.

**Highlights:** Real-time video check via cellphone, Two-way audio communication, Motion detection alerts, Replay historical videos, Share camera access with family

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7-day continuous monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| 30-day continuous monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| 7-day continuous monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| 30-day continuous monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| 30-day continuous monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Security Plan（6 months） | $3.99 | one-time |
| 7 Day Cloud Recording | $4.99 | one-time |
| 30 Day Cloud Recording | $7.99 | one-time |
| Doorbell icloud 7 days cycle | $12.99 | one-time |
| 7 Day Cloud Recording | $17.99 | one-time |
| 7 Day Cloud Recording | $23.99 | one-time |
| 7 Day Cloud Recording | $29.99 | one-time |
| 30 Day Cloud Recording | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Reliable and stable
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 💡 Innovative features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📺 Poor video quality
- 🤖 Confusing app interface

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to login or register account
- Camera disconnects randomly
- Notifications not working as expected
- App freezes after recent updates

**Requested features**

- Add support for multiple languages
- Improve motion detection accuracy
- Extend video recording duration
- Integrate with smart home devices


### IP Camera Viewer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ip-camera-viewer-ipcams/id1045600272)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Pro Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plus Yearly | $74.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime - Upgrade | $149.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime - Family | $299.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plus Lifetime | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy setup
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast camera loading
- 🚀 Simultaneous multi-camera viewing
- 🚀 Reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and freezes
- 🐛 Buggy updates causing data loss
- 🔒 Concerns over data collection and privacy
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 💰 Lack of one-time purchase option

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Motion detection and alerts
- Remote access and monitoring
- PTZ camera controls
- Ability to view camera storage/recordings
- Customizable camera layouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 360 Smart Camera free?

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

### Is IP Camera Viewer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 360 Smart Camera or IP Camera Viewer?

IP Camera Viewer is rated higher. 360 Smart Camera averages 3.3 out of 5 from 364 ratings, while IP Camera Viewer averages 4.1 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do 360 Smart Camera or IP Camera Viewer have ads?

360 Smart Camera shows ads; IP Camera Viewer does not.

### Which is updated more often, 360 Smart Camera or IP Camera Viewer?

360 Smart Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, and IP Camera Viewer fortnightly. Most recently, 360 Smart Camera was updated on October 19, 2026 and IP Camera Viewer on October 21, 2026.

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