# Alfred Camera vs Anker eufy

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Alfred Camera at 54% against Anker eufy's 16%. Alfred Camera also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). Anker eufy's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#25 vs #122). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

Alfred Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 111K and 71K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Alfred Camera's written reviews are positive against 16% of Anker eufy's.

Alfred Camera ships an update every 6 days, Anker eufy fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Alfred Camera | Anker eufy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (111K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837/reviews)** | [4.6 (71K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anker-eufy/id1424956516/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **111K** | 71K |
| Positive reviews | **53.6% of reviews** | 16.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #122 | **#25** |
| Size | 165 MB | 832 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alfred Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/633100281) | [Power Mobile Life LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1096079944) |

## 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


### Anker eufy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anker-eufy/id1424956516)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #37 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Consolidate control of all your smart home devices, including security cameras, robot vacuums, baby monitors, and pet feeders, into a single, intuitive platform. Manage your home's security, cleanliness, and the well-being of your family and pets with ease.

**Highlights:** Unified smart home device control, Home security monitoring, Smart cleaning device management, Baby monitoring and control, Pet supply management, Health data synchronization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cloud Storage Basic(1 device) | $3.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Basic(1 device) | $3.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Basic (1 device) | $3.99 | per month |
| Protection Plan Basic(1 home) | $4.99 | per month |
| Cloud Storage Basic(2 devices) | $7.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Basic(2 devices) | $7.99 | per month |
| Protection Plan Plus(1 home) | $9.99 | per month |
| Cloud Storage Plus(10 devices) | $13.99 | per month |
| Cloud Backup Plus(10 devices) | $13.99 | per month |
| Cloud Storage Basic(1 device) | $39.99 | per year |
| Cloud Backup Basic(1 device) | $39.99 | per year |
| Cloud Storage Basic(2 devices) | $59.99 | per year |
| Protection Plan Plus(1 home) | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to install and set up
- 🔒 Secure local storage, no cloud subscription
- 👍 Clear and responsive app interface
- 💡 Useful features like two-way audio and motion detection
- 🚀 Quick live video streaming and notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable motion detection and false alerts
- 🔋 Inconsistent battery life, shorter than claimed
- 🐛 Buggy app with freezing, crashing, and syncing issues
- 🔒 Concerns over recent data sharing revelations
- 💡 Lacking advanced features like scheduling and multi-camera management

**Reported bugs**

- Cameras randomly going offline with no warning
- Playback timeline and event markers not working as expected
- Notifications not reliably triggering for important events
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS and Android versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to set schedules for cameras and security modes
- Option to disable persistent in-app ads and promotions
- Improved geofencing functionality and reliability
- Bulk video download and management tools


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Alfred Camera free?

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

### Is Anker eufy free?

Anker eufy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Alfred Camera or Anker eufy?

Alfred Camera is rated higher. Alfred Camera averages 4.8 out of 5 from 111K ratings, while Anker eufy averages 4.6 from 71K ratings.

### Do Alfred Camera or Anker eufy have ads?

Alfred Camera shows ads; Anker eufy does not.

### Which is updated more often, Alfred Camera or Anker eufy?

Alfred Camera ships an update every 6 days, and Anker eufy fortnightly. Most recently, Alfred Camera was updated on September 27, 2026 and Anker eufy on September 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Alfred Camera or Anker eufy?

Alfred Camera currently peaks at #122 in the App Store charts, and Anker eufy at #25. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*