# 360 Smart Camera vs Smart Security Camera App

The clearest difference is rating: Smart Security Camera App at 4.7 against 360 Smart Camera's 3.3. Smart Security Camera App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). 360 Smart Camera's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, review sentiment, 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 Smart Security Camera App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart Security Camera App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart Security Camera App has 2.5K ratings behind it against 363, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 26% of 360 Smart Camera's written reviews are positive against 25% of Smart Security Camera App's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

360 Smart Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, Smart Security Camera App every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 360 Smart Camera | Smart Security Camera App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (363 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/360-smart-camera/id958068931/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-security-camera-app/id6740097025/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 363 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **26.5% of reviews** | 25.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 347 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Visual World Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1270023606) | [On Hand Apps - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724087308) |

## 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


### Smart Security Camera App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-security-camera-app/id6740097025)

Stream live footage from your WiFi security cameras and manage multiple IP cameras from anywhere. This app offers a user-friendly interface for easy connection, organization, and monitoring of your space, providing peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Stream live footage from WiFi cameras, Manage multiple IP cameras, Monitor your space remotely, User-friendly interface, Customizable camera management, Connect to cameras instantly

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Security Camera Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Smart Security Camera Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Smart Security Camera Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great security
- ⭐ Friendly and helpful customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Forced subscription
- 🚫 Difficult to set up
- 🚫 Unreliable app
- 🚫 Unauthorized charges

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work as expected
- Incompatible with certain camera models

**Requested features**

- Improve setup instructions
- Allow use without subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 360 Smart Camera free?

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

### Is Smart Security Camera App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 360 Smart Camera or Smart Security Camera App?

Smart Security Camera App is rated higher. 360 Smart Camera averages 3.3 out of 5 from 363 ratings, while Smart Security Camera App averages 4.7 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do 360 Smart Camera or Smart Security Camera App have ads?

360 Smart Camera shows ads; Smart Security Camera App does not.

### Which is updated more often, 360 Smart Camera or Smart Security Camera App?

360 Smart Camera ships an update every 6 weeks, and Smart Security Camera App every 3 days. Most recently, 360 Smart Camera was updated on September 24, 2026 and Smart Security Camera App on September 23, 2026.

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