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Head-to-head · Video Surveillance Software

Angelcam vs Agent DVR

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Angelcam #2 in Video Surveillance Software 8.4/10 Free plan · paid from $4/mo · 21-day trial Free plan✓ 1 of 1 features Visit Angelcam
Agent DVR #7 in Video Surveillance Software 7.1/10 Free plan · paid from $7.95/mo Free plan✓ 1 of 1 features Visit Agent DVR

Angelcam leads on 1 check, Agent DVR on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAngelcam · 8.4/10
  • Lowest starting priceAngelcam · $4/mo
  • Free planboth

Angelcam scores higher on our rubric for video surveillance software: 8.4 against 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #7.

Angelcam is cheaper to start at $4/mo against $7.95/mo. On deployment, Agent DVR gives you On-prem where Angelcam offers Cloud. On ai analytics, Agent DVR gives you Advanced where Angelcam offers None.

Angelcam is the better fit for budget-conscious teams needing cloud video monitoring. Agent DVR is the better fit for small operators needing local recording and AI features.

  • Angelcam fits best

    Budget-conscious teams needing cloud video monitoring

  • Agent DVR fits best

    Small operators needing local recording and AI features

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Side by side

Feature Angelcam 8.4/10 Visit ↗ Agent DVR 7.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 7.1
Ranking #2 in Video Surveillance Software #7 in Video Surveillance Software
Best for Budget-conscious teams needing cloud video monitoring Small operators needing local recording and AI features
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $4/mo (best) $7.95/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Self-hosted
Platforms Web, iOS, Android, Linux, Windows, macOS Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Community, Docs Email, Docs
Integrations 200+ integrations 14 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Angelcam 1/1 · Agent DVR 1/1
RTSP/ONVIF support ✓ ✓
Specs
Deployment Cloud On-prem
Camera limit 10 cameras Not published
Video retention Not published Not published
AI analytics None Advanced
Alert channels Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Monitors live feeds, camera health, and offline alerts in web and mobile apps
  • Offers multicamera views, video walls, cloud recording, and alarm verification
  • Connects through RTSP, H.264, ONVIF, API, and webhooks
  • Connects to IP, ONVIF, RTSP, USB, and other supported video sources
  • Offers schedule, motion, alert-triggered, and manual recording
  • Provides AI analytics, PTZ control, alerts, and remote viewing
Cons
  • Cloud-first focus may not suit teams seeking a broader VMS feature set
  • AI analytics are not included
  • Essentials account pricing is separate from recording and broadcasting add-ons
  • Free use is limited to private local use
  • Remote access, mobile apps, and hosted services require a subscription
  • Footage is stored on local hardware unless uploaded to cloud storage
Our verdict

Angelcam is a cloud platform for managing security cameras, DVRs, and NVRs, aimed at homes and organizations that want browser or mobile access to video. It supports live monitoring, cloud recording, multicamera views, camera health…

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Agent DVR runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Docker hosts, or Raspberry Pi and connects to a range of supported camera sources, including IP, ONVIF, RTSP, and USB. It is aimed at personal users and businesses that want to record and manage…

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  1. AngelcamVideo Surveillance Software 8.4Free plan · paid from $4/mo · 21-day trial
  2. Agent DVRVideo Surveillance Software 7.1Free plan · paid from $7.95/mo

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Angelcam — where it wins

    • Monitors live feeds, camera health, and offline alerts in web and mobile apps
    • Offers multicamera views, video walls, cloud recording, and alarm verification
    • Connects through RTSP, H.264, ONVIF, API, and webhooks

    Where it doesn't

    • Cloud-first focus may not suit teams seeking a broader VMS feature set
    • AI analytics are not included
    • Essentials account pricing is separate from recording and broadcasting add-ons

  • Agent DVR — where it wins

    • Connects to IP, ONVIF, RTSP, USB, and other supported video sources
    • Offers schedule, motion, alert-triggered, and manual recording
    • Provides AI analytics, PTZ control, alerts, and remote viewing

    Where it doesn't

    • Free use is limited to private local use
    • Remote access, mobile apps, and hosted services require a subscription
    • Footage is stored on local hardware unless uploaded to cloud storage
  • Angelcam8.4/10 · Free plan · paid from $4/mo · 21-day trial

    A cloud-first camera platform with a free broadcasting tier and paid plans from $4 per month.

    Visit AngelcamFull verdict →
  • Agent DVR7.1/10 · Free plan · paid from $7.95/mo

    A flexible local DVR with a free private tier and paid plans from $7.95 per server monthly.

    Visit Agent DVRFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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