# Amcrest Cloud vs SECURAM Guard

The clearest difference is rating: Amcrest Cloud at 4.2 against SECURAM Guard's 2.2. Amcrest Cloud also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (5.9K vs 13). SECURAM Guard's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SECURAM Guard sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Amcrest Cloud asks for nothing beyond the download.

Amcrest Cloud holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Amcrest Cloud has 5.9K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Amcrest Cloud's written reviews are positive against 11% of SECURAM Guard's.

Amcrest Cloud ships an update every 4 months, SECURAM Guard every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and July 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Amcrest Cloud | SECURAM Guard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (5.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amcrest-cloud/id992489382/reviews)** | [2.2 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/securam-guard/id1541193113/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.9K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **20.1% of reviews** | 11.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Amcrest](https://appshunter.io/developer/930807300) | [SECURAM Systems Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1466180235) |

## What reviewers say

### Amcrest Cloud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amcrest-cloud/id992489382)

This AI-powered cloud service provides advanced video monitoring for IP cameras. It offers cloud storage, motion detection alerts, and sophisticated object detection for enhanced security.

**Highlights:** AI-powered cloud service, Cloud storage, Motion detection alerts, People, vehicle, animal detection, Camera health checks, 4K model support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great camera
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 🚀 Very high resolution picture
- 🚀 Great performance in the app
- 🚀 No streaming latency

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 No video recorded despite motion detection
- 🐛 Cannot connect to WiFi
- 🐛 Will not record to SD card
- 🤔 Confusing app
- 🤔 Cannot add more cameras

**Reported bugs**

- Camera firmware update bricking cameras
- Inability to connect cameras to WiFi
- Cameras disconnecting from cloud
- App login issues
- Inability to change detection zones

**Requested features**

- Multiple saved camera locations
- Ability to view more than 4 hours of recordings


### SECURAM Guard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/securam-guard/id1541193113)

Control and monitor your smart home security devices remotely. Manage access, view activity logs, and receive real-time alerts for your smart locks, sensors, and safes. The app offers an intuitive interface for easy setup and daily use.

**Highlights:** Remote deadbolt unlock/lock, User management for access codes, Real-time status of sensors, One-time and temporary access codes, Activity history logs, Temperature and humidity monitoring

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Safe Lock Service Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Home Security Service | $29.99 | per month |
| Home Security Service | $29.99 | per month |
| Safe Lock Service Annually | $39.99 | per year |
| Home Security Service | $299.99 | per year |
| Home Security Service | $299.99 | per year |
| Security services | $3.99 | one-time |
| Smartsafe lock services | $3.99 | one-time |
| Security services | $39.99 | one-time |
| Smartsafe lock services | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Amcrest Cloud free?

Amcrest Cloud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SECURAM Guard free?

SECURAM Guard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Amcrest Cloud or SECURAM Guard?

Amcrest Cloud is rated higher. Amcrest Cloud averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while SECURAM Guard averages 2.2 from 13 ratings.

### Do Amcrest Cloud or SECURAM Guard have ads?

Neither Amcrest Cloud nor SECURAM Guard shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Amcrest Cloud or SECURAM Guard?

Amcrest Cloud ships an update every 4 months, and SECURAM Guard every 2 months. Most recently, Amcrest Cloud was updated on September 26, 2026 and SECURAM Guard on July 24, 2026.

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