Great-er is a free IP camera monitoring mobile application designed for home and office security surveillance. Developed by SHIX ZHAO (瑶 朱 / Yao Zhu), Great-er enables users to remotely monitor network cameras and smart devices — including phones, computers, set-top boxes, and smart TVs — from anywhere with an internet connection. The app provides real-time live video streaming, snapshot capture, video recording and playback, remote camera configuration, two-way audio and video calls, and push alarm notifications for security events.
Available on both iOS and Android, Great-er supports 17 languages and is part of the broader SHIX ZHAO developer ecosystem that includes related apps such as MW365 and 365Cam. According to the developer's privacy disclosures, Great-er does not collect any user data.
What Is Great-er?
Great-er is a companion app for IP cameras compatible with the Great-er platform. It serves as the primary interface between users and their surveillance hardware, handling everything from initial camera setup and Wi-Fi pairing to daily live monitoring, video recording, and remote configuration.
The app is completely free to download and use, with no subscription fees or in-app purchases required. It targets budget-conscious users who want a straightforward way to monitor their homes or offices remotely without recurring costs.
How Great-er Works
Setting up Great-er is straightforward:
- Download the Great-er app from the App Store or Google Play
- Create an account or log in with existing credentials
- Add your camera by following the in-app pairing process
- Connect via Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz) — the app guides you through each step
Once connected, cameras appear on your dashboard. Tap any camera to enter live view with recording options, snapshot capture, and two-way communication.
