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Amcrest Cloud - IPC Geek
Score Overview
4.1
Overall Rating
4.2
App Store
4
Google Play
100K+Google Play Downloads
Amcrest Cloud
Amcrest Technologies LLCFreemium
Amcrest Cloud — AI-powered cloud surveillance app with motion recording, 24/7 continuous recording, smart person/vehicle/animal detection, and cross-platform access for Amcrest IP cameras. Free live view plan available.
24/7 Live Streaming — Watch cameras in real time from web, iOS, and Android
Cloud Motion Recording — Store motion-triggered clips with 7 to 90-day retention
24/7 Continuous Recording — Full-time cloud recording for complete coverage
Cloud AI Detection — Person, vehicle, animal, and object recognition
Smart Motion Alerts — Real-time push notifications with custom activity zones
Camera Health Checks — Automatic offline alerts when cameras go down
Intelligent Timeline — Visual playback with Cloud AI filters and 16x fast-forward
Event Explorer — Browse and filter motion events organized by detection type
Multi-Camera Dashboard — Manage all cameras from a single cloud account
Recording Schedules — Configure custom recording time windows
Cloud Downloads — Download recorded clips for offline backup
4K UltraHD Add-On — Optional 4K live streaming and cloud recording
Cross-Platform Access — iOS, Android, macOS, visionOS, and web browsers
Free Live View Plan — Unlimited cameras for live monitoring at no cost
Introduction
Amcrest Cloud is an AI-powered cloud video surveillance service and companion app developed by Amcrest Technologies LLC, designed to work exclusively with the Amcrest line of IP cameras — including the latest 4K models. With over 100,000 downloads on Google Play and a 4.2-star rating on the App Store (5.9K ratings), Amcrest Cloud is a trusted cloud monitoring solution for home security and small business surveillance.
Unlike basic camera apps that only offer live viewing, Amcrest Cloud provides a premium cloud recording platform with intelligent video storage, AI-powered smart detection, and advanced playback tools. Whether you need motion-triggered recording, 24/7 continuous cloud storage, or smart person/vehicle/animal detection, Amcrest Cloud delivers enterprise-grade surveillance features at an affordable per-camera price.
What Sets Amcrest Cloud Apart?
Amcrest Cloud stands out from competitors by combining cloud AI intelligence with flexible subscription plans. The Cloud AI module analyzes motion events in the cloud to detect people, vehicles, animals, and hundreds of other objects — significantly reducing false alerts from wind, rain, or moving trees. This AI capability is exclusive to the Amcrest Cloud platform and is not available through the Amcrest Smart Home or Amcrest View Pro apps.
The service offers a free plan for unlimited live viewing across unlimited cameras, with paid plans starting at approximately $6 per camera per month for motion-based cloud recording with 7-day retention. For users who need complete coverage, 24/7 continuous recording plans and optional 4K UltraHD add-ons are also available.
Core Capabilities
24/7 Live Streaming — Watch all your Amcrest cameras in real time from web browsers, iOS, and Android devices
Cloud Recording — Motion-based and continuous recording options with 7 to 90-day cloud storage retention
Cloud AI Detection — Person, vehicle, animal, and object detection powered by cloud-based AI analysis
Smart Motion Alerts — Real-time push notifications with configurable activity zones to reduce false alarms
Technical Specifications
App NameAmcrest Cloud
Package Name (Android)com.amcrestcloud.android
Bundle ID (iOS)com.amcrest.cloudapp
Current Version (iOS)4.0.0
App Size (iOS)64.5 MB
Minimum iOS13.0
Minimum AndroidVaries by device
macOS SupportmacOS 11.0+ (Apple M1)
visionOS Support1.0+
Cloud Storage Retention7 / 14 / 30 / 60 / 90 days
Recording ModesMotion-based, 24/7 Continuous
AI DetectionPerson, Vehicle, Animal, Object (Cloud AI)
Amcrest Cloud offers a free plan that provides unlimited live viewing for unlimited cameras — no subscription required for live monitoring. However, cloud recording (storing video clips in the cloud) requires a paid subscription plan. Motion recording plans start at approximately $6 per camera per month for 7-day retention, and 24/7 continuous recording plans start at about $9 per camera per month.
What cameras are compatible with Amcrest Cloud?
Amcrest Cloud works exclusively with Amcrest-branded IP cameras. It supports a wide range of Amcrest models including indoor cameras, outdoor cameras, PTZ cameras, bullet cameras, dome cameras, and the latest 4K camera models. It does not support third-party cameras, generic ONVIF cameras, or devices from other brands like Reolink or Hikvision.
How much does Amcrest Cloud cost?
Amcrest Cloud pricing is per camera per month. Motion recording plans range from $6 (7-day retention) to about $35 (90-day retention). Continuous 24/7 recording plans start at $9 per camera per month. Optional add-ons include 4K UltraHD streaming (~$3.60/month) and AI Human/Vehicle/Pet Detection (~$7.20/month). Annual prepaid plans offer approximately 20% savings.
What is the difference between Amcrest Cloud and Amcrest View Pro?
Amcrest Cloud is a premium cloud recording service with AI-powered detection, cloud storage, and web/mobile apps. Amcrest View Pro is a free app for direct P2P/ONVIF access and local NVR management — it does not include cloud recording or Cloud AI features. Amcrest Smart Home is yet another separate app focused on Wi-Fi smart home devices with its own cloud service.
Does Amcrest Cloud support 4K cameras?
Yes, Amcrest Cloud supports the latest Amcrest 4K camera models. By default, live streaming and recording may use standard resolution to conserve bandwidth. To enable 4K UltraHD live streaming and cloud recording, you can purchase the optional 4K UltraHD add-on at approximately $3.60 per camera per month.
How does Amcrest Cloud AI detection work?
Amcrest Cloud AI analyzes motion events in the cloud (not on the camera itself) to detect and classify objects including people, vehicles, animals, and hundreds of other categories. This allows you to filter events by type in the timeline and Event Explorer, receive type-specific notifications, and significantly reduce false alerts from wind, rain, or moving trees.
Can I use Amcrest Cloud without a subscription?
Yes, the free plan allows unlimited live viewing for any number of Amcrest cameras through the web and mobile apps. However, no video is stored in the cloud on the free plan — it is live-only monitoring. For cloud-stored recordings, motion alerts, and AI detection, a paid subscription is required.
How do I set up Amcrest Cloud?
Setting up Amcrest Cloud involves: (1) Create a free account at amcrest.com/cloud, (2) Download the Amcrest Cloud app on iOS or Android, (3) Add your Amcrest camera by entering its serial number, (4) Select a recording plan if you want cloud storage. The camera must be connected to the internet and properly configured on your local network first.
Can I download recordings from Amcrest Cloud?
Yes, Amcrest Cloud allows you to download recorded video clips from the cloud to your local device for offline storage, evidence preservation, or sharing. Downloads are available through both the web interface and mobile apps.
Does Amcrest Cloud record audio?
Amcrest Cloud can record audio along with video if your Amcrest camera model supports audio recording and the feature is enabled in camera settings. Audio recording capability depends on the specific camera hardware and may require enabling the microphone in your camera's configuration.
User Reviews
Bbl123498765
bl123498765
App Store
I hooked up two cameras and the live view works well for monitoring. The multi-camera view is customizable and cloud AI notifications are quite useful for knowing when someone is at the door. The new v4.0 interface is a nice upgrade.
SScott Connolly
Scott Connolly
CCloudSecurityFan
CloudSecurityFan
SSmallBizOwner2025
SmallBizOwner2025
HHomeSecurity_Pro
HomeSecurity_Pro
AAlison Miller
Alison Miller
MMatt Brown
Matt Brown
AA Google user
A Google user
DDavid Chen
David Chen
SSecurityFirst_2024
SecurityFirst_2024
Changelog
v4.0.0 — Mar 6, 2026
New updated UI
Updated filtering menus
Added fast forward for the timeline
Numerous performance and bug fixes
v3.13.0 — Apr 11, 2025
User admin support
Event Explorer improvements
Scheduling fixes and enhancements
v3.11.0 — Mar 18, 2024
Seconds selector for precise timeline navigation
Carousel event viewer
Playback stability fixes
v3.7.1 — Feb 23, 2022
Download improvements
PTZ gesture control fixes
v3.7.0 — Feb 1, 2022
Cloud AI detection (person, vehicle, animal, object)
Pricing InfoFreemium. Free live view for unlimited cameras. Cloud recording plans from ~$6/camera/month (motion, 7-day) to ~$35/camera/month (continuous, 90-day). Optional 4K UltraHD (~$3.60/mo) and AI Detection (~$7.20/mo) add-ons.
It's okay. The cloud recording feature works as advertised and I appreciate that the free plan lets me check my cameras live. Motion recording catches most events. The app interface could be more polished and connection sometimes drops, but it gets the job done for home security.
App Store
Amcrest Cloud AI detection is impressive — it correctly identifies people vs animals vs vehicles and I get far fewer false alerts than with basic motion detection. The Event Explorer makes reviewing footage fast. Worth the subscription for peace of mind.
App Store
Running 4 Amcrest cameras at my retail shop with cloud recording. The health check feature alerted me when one camera went offline — that alone is worth it. Timeline playback with AI filters saves me hours when reviewing overnight footage.
App Store
Good cloud surveillance platform. The 7-day motion recording plan at $6/month per camera is reasonable compared to Ring or Arlo subscriptions. Cross-platform access means I can check from my phone, tablet, or computer. Setup was straightforward.
Google Play
It works now because they send out an update. I added my camera, I followed the directions. The cloud storage is reliable and motion alerts come through quickly. After the latest update the app is much more stable than before.
Google Play
Cameras are nice, better than the standard box set. The software isn't that polished, lot of work to setup. No way to setup push notifications to the phone app — all I can do is email. $6 per camera is a lot for the cloud, others I've used are cheaper for 5 cameras.
Google Play
App was working great. I purchased this camera to keep an eye on pets. Live feed works great but cloud is not storing movement. After contacting customer support, they were able to explain how to correct the problem. Now everything works perfectly.
Google Play
Solid cloud platform for Amcrest cameras. The AI detection upgrade was a game changer — person vs animal detection means I only get notified for what matters. The 30-day plan gives me enough history to review any incidents.
Google Play
I've been using Amcrest Cloud for over a year now across 3 cameras. The continuous recording plan gives me complete peace of mind. Being able to scrub through the full timeline and filter by AI detection type is incredibly useful.
