# Alfred Camera vs Arlo Secure

The clearest difference is rating: Alfred Camera at 4.8 against Arlo Secure's 4.2. Alfred Camera also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Arlo Secure's advantage is chart position (#10 vs #139) and ratings volume (428K vs 112K). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Alfred Camera sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Arlo Secure sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 112K and 428K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 53% of Alfred Camera's written reviews are positive against 56% of Arlo Secure's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Alfred Camera ships an update every 8 days, Arlo Secure weekly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Alfred Camera | Arlo Secure |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (112K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alfred-camera-home-security/id966460837/reviews)** | [4.2 (428K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arlo-secure-home-security/id1459289784/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 112K | **428K** |
| Positive reviews | 53.3% of reviews | **56.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #139 | **#10** |
| Size | 166 MB | 819 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alfred Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/633100281) | [Arlo Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1457647429) |

## What reviewers say

### Alfred Camera

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

**Currently charting:** #139 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 (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alfred Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 1 month | $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 |
| AlfredCamera Plus 1 month | $8.99 | per month |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | per year |
| Alfred Premium 12 months | $29.99 | 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


### Arlo Secure

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arlo-secure-home-security/id1459289784)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #115 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your smart home security system, including cameras and video doorbells, from anywhere. Receive alerts, view live feeds, and access 24/7 live security experts for enhanced protection. Customize activity zones and schedules for personalized security.

**Highlights:** Remote system control, Live video streaming, 24/7 live security experts, Customizable activity zones, Interactive motion alerts, Emergency Response feature

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smart Aware Single | $9.99 | per month |
| Basic Single | $9.99 | per month |
| Basic Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| Smart Aware | $19.99 | per month |
| Smart Secure | $29.99 | per month |
| Plus Single | $95.99 | per year |
| Basic Single | $99.99 | per year |
| Basic Unlimited | $149.99 | per year |
| Smart Aware | $219.00 | per year |
| Premium | $299.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Clear video quality
- 🔒 Provides security and peace of mind
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🔋 Good battery life

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and cameras going offline
- 🕰️ Slow app response and video loading
- 💰 Expensive hardware and subscription model
- 🔔 Overly sensitive motion detection and false alerts

**Reported bugs**

- Camera firmware issues causing malfunctions
- App freezing and logging users out unexpectedly
- Inconsistent motion detection and recording
- Syncing issues between multiple devices

**Requested features**

- Customizable notification sounds and volumes
- Ability to view recordings from specific cameras
- Improved geofencing and automation features
- Better integration with smart home platforms


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Alfred Camera free?

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

### Is Arlo Secure free?

Arlo Secure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Alfred Camera or Arlo Secure?

Alfred Camera is rated higher. Alfred Camera averages 4.8 out of 5 from 112K ratings, while Arlo Secure averages 4.2 from 428K ratings.

### Do Alfred Camera or Arlo Secure have ads?

Both Alfred Camera and Arlo Secure show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Alfred Camera or Arlo Secure?

Alfred Camera ships an update every 8 days, and Arlo Secure weekly. Most recently, Alfred Camera was updated on November 5, 2026 and Arlo Secure on November 5, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Alfred Camera or Arlo Secure?

Alfred Camera currently peaks at #139 in the App Store charts, and Arlo Secure at #10. 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.*