QV VIEW vs Lorex Classic
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QV VIEW
This application simplifies the setup and use of Plug and Play IP cameras. It leverages the latest technology to make IP cameras accessible to everyday users.
- Plug and Play IP Camera support
- Simplified installation
- Easy IP Camera usage
- Consumer-friendly interface
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This software is specifically applied to Plug and Play IP-Camera. Apply the newest Plug and Play tech to completely solve problems in installing IP-Camera, using IP-Camera, this truly makes IP-Camera to be acceptable by common consumers.
Lorex Classic
Monitor your property with live, ultra-high-definition video streams from your security cameras. Review past events, receive instant motion alerts, and customize settings for personalized security management. Access and control your devices remotely for peace of mind.
- 4K Live Viewing
- Event Playback
- Smart Alerts
- Customizable Settings
- Remote Access
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Take control of your security with the Lorex Classic app. View live video in up to 4K resolution, playback recorded events, and receive instant notifications from your Lorex security cameras and devices. Key Features: – 4K Live Viewing: Monitor your property in ultra-high-definition, capturing every detail. – Event Playback: Quickly review recorded footage to stay informed about past activity. - Smart Alerts: Receive instant push notifications for motion detection. – Customizable Settings: Tailor detection zones, notifications, and recording schedules to suit your needs. – Remote Access: Manage all of your devices, from anywhere. With the Lorex Classic app, your security is always at your fingertips. Download today to experience peace of mind, anytime, anywhere. Compatible Devices: The Lorex Classic app supports a wide range of security cameras, DVRs, and NVRs. Check the Lorex website for a full list of compatible models.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: QV VIEW at 100% against Lorex Classic's 20%. QV VIEW also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Lorex Classic's advantage is ratings volume (25K vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
QV VIEW holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lorex Classic has 25K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of QV VIEW's written reviews are positive against 20% of Lorex Classic's.
QV VIEW ships an update every 8 months, Lorex Classic every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | QV VIEW | Lorex Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.6 (25K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 20.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 25K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple TV |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 12.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 142 MB | 205 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Q-SEE INTERNATIONAL LTD | Lorex Corporation |
Customer experience
QV VIEW
Lorex Classic
Bugs and requests
QV VIEW
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Lorex Classic
Reported bugs
4 issues- Playback not working after recent update
- Cameras randomly going offline
- Notifications not working as expected
- Timeline view issues and missing recordings
Requested features
4 requests- Allow multiple device logins on same account
- Add fast forward/rewind for video playback
- Improve motion detection accuracy and customization
- Develop native iPad app
In-app purchases
QV VIEW
No in-app purchases
Lorex Classic
No in-app purchases
