# Alfred Camera vs SAMBA 2 Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Alfred Camera at 4.8 against SAMBA 2 Remote's 3.4. Alfred Camera also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 20%) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 8 months). SAMBA 2 Remote'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. SAMBA 2 Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Alfred Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alfred Camera has 111K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Alfred Camera's written reviews are positive against 20% of SAMBA 2 Remote's.

Alfred Camera ships an update every 6 days, SAMBA 2 Remote every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Alfred Camera | SAMBA 2 Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (111K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837/reviews)** | [3.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samba-2-remote/id1421722896/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **111K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **53.6% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#122** | — |
| Size | 165 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **9.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Alfred Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/633100281) | [MED-EL](https://appshunter.io/developer/455935145) |

## What reviewers say

### Alfred Camera

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

**Currently charting:** #122 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


### SAMBA 2 Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samba-2-remote/id1421722896)

Control your audio processor settings directly from your smartphone. Adjust volume, switch between programs, and monitor battery life for your device.

**Highlights:** Adjust volume, Switch programs, Check battery life, Smartphone control, Audio processor settings

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Alfred Camera free?

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

### Is SAMBA 2 Remote free?

SAMBA 2 Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Alfred Camera or SAMBA 2 Remote?

Alfred Camera is rated higher. Alfred Camera averages 4.8 out of 5 from 111K ratings, while SAMBA 2 Remote averages 3.4 from 5 ratings.

### Do Alfred Camera or SAMBA 2 Remote have ads?

Alfred Camera shows ads; SAMBA 2 Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, Alfred Camera or SAMBA 2 Remote?

Alfred Camera ships an update every 6 days, and SAMBA 2 Remote every 8 months. Most recently, Alfred Camera was updated on September 27, 2026 and SAMBA 2 Remote on September 18, 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.*