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HIVIDEO - IPC Geek
Score Overview
4.3
Overall Rating
4.7
App Store
3.8
Google Play
10K+Google Play Downloads
HIVIDEO
Guangzhou Hivideo Technology Co., Ltd.Free
HIVIDEO — Free CCTV camera app by Guangzhou Hivideo Technology for remote live view, playback and device management of HIVIDEO IP cameras, NVRs and XVRs. P2P connection, multi-language and multi-platform surveillance on iOS, Android, Mac and Vision Pro.
Real-Time Remote Live View — Stream HD video from HIVIDEO IP cameras, NVRs and XVRs over Wi-Fi or 4G/5G, anywhere in the world
Multi-Channel Grid Display — Watch 4, 9 or 16 cameras simultaneously for multi-location retail, warehouse or home monitoring
Timeline Playback — Scrub recorded footage on the device HDD or SD card with a colour-coded motion-event timeline
P2P Quick Connect — Scan a QR code or enter the device UID to add a camera with zero router configuration
ONVIF & RTSP Protocol Support — Compatible with standard third-party IP cameras using ONVIF Profile S and RTSP
Two-Way Audio — Speak and listen through compatible HIVIDEO cameras with built-in microphone and speaker
PTZ Pan-Tilt-Zoom Control — Drive speed-dome cameras remotely from your phone
Motion & Humanoid Push Alerts — Instant notifications when motion or a human figure is detected on AI-capable models
Unlimited Multi-Device Management — Add any number of HIVIDEO cameras, NVRs and XVRs under a single free account
Snapshot & Local Recording — Save stills and short clips directly to your phone's gallery
19-Language Interface — English, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Arabic and more
Apple Vision Pro & Mac Native — Run the same HIVIDEO app on visionOS and Apple silicon Macs
Introduction
Watching over your shop, warehouse, factory or home from anywhere in the world should not require a separate monitor or a paid cloud plan. HIVIDEO is the official free CCTV companion app from Guangzhou Hivideo Technology Co., Ltd., a surveillance brand that has been designing network cameras, NVRs and XVRs since 2013 and shipping products to more than 50 countries and regions. The HIVIDEO app turns any compatible HIVIDEO IP camera, network video recorder or hybrid recorder into a pocket-sized monitoring station, with real-time live view, timeline playback, push alarms and multi-device management from your iPhone, Android phone, Mac or Apple Vision Pro.
What Is the HIVIDEO App?
HIVIDEO is the mobile client for the HIVIDEO CCTV ecosystem. On Google Play it is published under package com.hivideo.mykj in the Tools category with 10K+ downloads, while on the Apple App Store it is listed as version 1.2.7 under Lifestyle, supporting iPhone, iPod touch, Mac with Apple silicon, and Apple Vision Pro (visionOS 1.0+). The app connects to HIVIDEO cameras and recorders using the same P2P, RTSP and ONVIF protocols documented on the official hivideocctv.com product pages, so you do not need a static IP, port forwarding or a dedicated VMS computer to view your cameras remotely.
Unlike subscription-first security apps, HIVIDEO is 100% free — no monthly cloud fee, no locked features, no paywall on playback. You buy the HIVIDEO hardware once and the app simply works alongside it. The company's technical support page even publishes both the iOS and Android downloads directly, confirming that the mobile app is the official, supported way to view HIVIDEO devices on a phone.
Key Features of HIVIDEO
The HIVIDEO app is intentionally simple, but it covers every task a small business owner, homeowner or installer needs for day-to-day CCTV monitoring:
Real-Time Remote Live View — Watch HD streams from HIVIDEO IP cameras, NVRs and XVRs over Wi-Fi or 4G/5G, anywhere in the world
Multi-Channel Grid Display — View 4, 9 or 16 cameras at once on a single screen, perfect for multi-location retail and warehouse monitoring
HIVIDEO is a free mobile CCTV app used to remotely view, play back and manage HIVIDEO IP cameras, NVRs and XVRs. It works over P2P, RTSP and ONVIF, so you do not need a static IP or port forwarding to watch your cameras from anywhere.
Is HIVIDEO free to use?
Yes. HIVIDEO is 100% free on both the App Store and Google Play. There is no monthly cloud subscription, no feature paywall and no advertising — you just need compatible HIVIDEO hardware.
Which devices work with the HIVIDEO app?
HIVIDEO is designed for HIVIDEO-branded IP cameras, NVRs and XVRs, including AI cameras with humanoid detection. It also supports standard third-party IP cameras that speak ONVIF Profile S or RTSP.
How do I add a camera to HIVIDEO?
Open the HIVIDEO app, tap the '+' button, scan the QR code on the camera or NVR, enter the device password you configured on the recorder, and the camera will appear in your live view grid.
Does HIVIDEO work on iPad, Mac or Apple Vision Pro?
Yes. The App Store listing for HIVIDEO (id1584625237) officially supports iPhone, iPod touch, Mac with Apple silicon (macOS 11+), and Apple Vision Pro running visionOS 1.0 or later.
Why does my HIVIDEO app sometimes crash during playback?
A known issue reported on the App Store is that iPhone playback can crash when scrubbing through motion events highlighted on the timeline. The Android version handles the same content without crashing. Updating to the latest HIVIDEO version usually resolves it.
What languages does HIVIDEO support?
HIVIDEO supports 19 languages including English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Thai, Turkish, Polish, Finnish, Indonesian, Ukrainian and Vietnamese.
Where can I get HIVIDEO technical support?
You can contact HIVIDEO support at [email protected] or visit the official technical-support page at hivideocctv.com/technical-support, which links to both the iOS and Android downloads.
User Reviews
Bbobi1909
bobi1909
App Store
In playback mode the places where movement is registered are marked with yellow on the timeline, but sometimes they are marked with black. When it is, iPhone crashes while trying to enter playback mode — Android handles it ok. Live view itself is stable and fast.
CCCTVInstallerEU
CCTVInstallerEU
VVisionProUser
VisionProUser
RRetailOwnerHK
RetailOwnerHK
MMacUser2025
MacUser2025
AAhmad_SA
Ahmad_SA
IInstallerBR
InstallerBR
WWarehouseManager
WarehouseManager
HHomeSecDIY
HomeSecDIY
GGlobalTraderRU
GlobalTraderRU
Changelog
Version 1.2.7 — Jan 28, 2026
Update contains several improvements and bug fixes
Version 1.2.5 — Jul 31, 2025
Update contains several improvements and bug fixes
Version 1.2.4 — Jul 09, 2025
Update contains several improvements and bug fixes
Version 1.2.3 — Jun 03, 2025
Update contains several improvements and bug fixes
Version 1.2.2 — Apr 22, 2025
Update contains several improvements and bug fixes
Pricing InfoCompletely free to download and use. No cloud subscription, no feature paywall, no advertising. All you need is compatible HIVIDEO hardware.
Used for a small supermarket with a 16-channel HIVIDEO NVR. P2P connects quickly, multi-channel grid is responsive, and push alarms arrive within seconds. Free with no cloud subscription is a big plus for clients.
App Store
One of the few CCTV apps that actually launches on Apple Vision Pro. Large-screen live view of my HIVIDEO cameras is surprisingly useful — I can watch my shop while working on something else.
App Store
App does the basics well — live view and playback work on my XVR. Interface looks a bit dated, and the onboarding could be clearer for non-technical users. Would love to see a dark mode.
App Store
Runs fine on my M2 MacBook Air via the iPad app. Great to have a single HIVIDEO client on phone, Mac and Vision Pro. Timeline scrubbing is smooth once recordings load.
Google Play
Works perfectly with my HIVIDEO 8-channel NVR at home. P2P connection is quick even over 4G, and the Arabic interface is a nice touch. Two-way audio quality is decent.
Google Play
Good free option for HIVIDEO equipment. Motion push alerts work reliably. The app could use a UI refresh and better tablet layout, but for basic CCTV monitoring it gets the job done.
Google Play
Monitoring four warehouse cameras across three cities. Quad view loads quickly and the timeline playback is usable for daily review. Very grateful this is completely free with no subscription.
Google Play
Added my third-party ONVIF camera and it connected on the first try. Live stream stable, snapshot works. Occasionally the app takes a moment to reconnect after the phone wakes from sleep.
Google Play
Been using HIVIDEO with my 16-channel NVR for two years. Multi-language support is excellent — switches between Russian and English on demand. Stable live streaming even over mobile data abroad.
4.3
Google Play Downloads10K+
Version1.2.7
Size81.3 MB
Last Updated2026/01/28
Age Rating4+
Supported DevicesHIVIDEO IP cameras (bullet, dome, PTZ, turret), HIVIDEO 4/8/16/32-channel NVRs, HIVIDEO hybrid XVRs, HIVIDEO AI cameras with humanoid detection, and any third-party IP camera supporting ONVIF Profile S or RTSP
Timeline Playback — Scrub through recorded footage on the device HDD or SD card with a colour-coded timeline that highlights motion events
P2P Quick Connect — Scan the QR code or enter the device UID to add a camera — no router configuration, no DDNS, no port forwarding
ONVIF / RTSP Protocol Support — Compatible with standard third-party IP cameras using ONVIF Profile S and RTSP live streams
Two-Way Audio — Speak and listen through compatible HIVIDEO cameras with built-in microphone and speaker
PTZ Control — Pan, tilt and zoom supported PTZ speed-dome cameras directly from your phone
Motion Push Alarm — Receive instant notifications when the camera or NVR detects motion or a humanoid figure (on AI-capable models)
Multi-Device Management — Add unlimited HIVIDEO cameras, NVRs and XVRs under a single account
Snapshot & Local Recording — Capture stills and short clips directly to your phone's gallery
Full Multi-Language UI — 19 languages including English, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean and Arabic
Apple Vision Pro & Mac Support — Run the same mobile app on visionOS and Apple silicon Macs for a larger-screen surveillance experience
How to Set Up the HIVIDEO App
Download HIVIDEO from the App Store (id1584625237) or Google Play (com.hivideo.mykj)
Create a free account or sign in — no subscription required
Power on your HIVIDEO camera, NVR or XVR and connect it to the same router
Tap "+" → Scan QR code printed on the device, or enter the UID manually
Set the device password (the one configured on the recorder or camera)
Tap Live View — your HIVIDEO cameras appear in the grid, ready for playback, PTZ and alarms
Tip: The HIVIDEO app supports both LAN and remote P2P access. For the smoothest remote connection, make sure your recorder's P2P service is enabled in the device web UI.
Compatible HIVIDEO Hardware
The HIVIDEO mobile app is designed to work across the full HIVIDEO surveillance lineup documented on hivideocctv.com, including:
HIVIDEO IP Cameras — Bullet, dome, PTZ and turret network cameras with H.264/H.265 encoding
HIVIDEO NVRs — 4-, 8-, 16- and 32-channel network video recorders
HIVIDEO XVRs — Hybrid recorders supporting both analog and IP cameras
HIVIDEO AI Cameras — Models with humanoid detection, AI coding and smart alarms
Third-party ONVIF cameras — Any ONVIF Profile S / RTSP compatible IP camera
All devices talk to the app via P2P, ONVIF, RTSP and HIVIDEO's own cloud protocol, with encrypted tunneling for remote access.
Who Is HIVIDEO For?
🏪 Small business owners monitoring shops, restaurants and petrol stations
🏭 Factory and warehouse managers watching multiple camera zones remotely
🏠 Homeowners checking in on family, pets and deliveries
🧰 CCTV installers commissioning HIVIDEO NVR/XVR systems on-site
🌍 International customers in the 50+ countries where HIVIDEO hardware is sold
Developer & Brand Background
The HIVIDEO app is published by Guangzhou Hivideo Technology Co., Ltd. (广州步视科技有限公司), a surveillance manufacturer founded in 2013 and headquartered in Guangzhou, China. HIVIDEO produces network cameras, NVRs, XVRs and VMS software under its own brand, with regional sales contacts covering Europe, Africa, Asia, Russia, North America, Azerbaijan and Georgia. The HIVIDEO support desk can be reached at [email protected] or via the official website at hivideocctv.com.
