Overview

Rating:
4.60 +15
(1,717)
Version:
6.4.0
Last updated: 2026-05-06
Ranking
#43,305 154
Overall

Features & Capabilities

Defender Empower is a Chrome extension that helps families and small businesses stay connected with their security cameras, offering live check-ins, instant motion alerts, and quick access to footage.

It lets you watch recordings, share moments, and tailor recording schedules to fit your lifestyle, ensuring you stay informed and in control from anywhere.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Empowerment Technologies Inc.
Rating:
4.60
(1,717)
15 new ratings
Version:
6.4.0 Last updated: 2026-05-06
Version code:
885337560
Creation date:
2022-02-02
Compatible devices:
Size:
185.66MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-08-30
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Ranking

Other platforms

Android
Defender Empower (v5.8.2)
31,502 4.34 (766)

Contact the developer

Chrome-Stats does not own this Apple app. Please use these information below to contact the Apple app developer.
Developed by:
Empowerment Technologies Inc.
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/defender-empower/id1607518150
Website:
https://www.defendercameras.com/

User Reviews

Defender Empower is praised for sharp 4K video, easy setup, remote access, and motion alerts, with no mobile app subscription in some reviews. Recurring downsides are unreliable playback, slow/app crashes, hardware reliability issues, inconsistent support, and compatibility gaps across Mac/PC platforms.
Pros
  • High-quality video: 4K clarity with good color and a wide zoom/view range.
  • Easy setup and reliable remote access: quick setup and instant access at home or away.
  • No ongoing subscription for the mobile app: users note free app access and no recurring fees.
  • Alerts/notifications for motion: keeps you informed of activity.
  • Positive anecdotes about customer service in some reviews.
Cons
  • Playback issues: frequent playback failures, crashes, slowdowns, and limited download times.
  • App stability problems: slow loading, crashes, freezes, and navigation/scrolling difficulties.
  • Hardware reliability concerns: cameras failing or breaking early, inconsistent build quality.
  • Poor or inconsistent customer support: slow responses, unhelpful handling of issues and warranties.
  • Cross-platform compatibility problems: Mac/non-functioning support, PC playback limitations, and sparse firmware/app updates.
Recent reviews
Honestly I never write reviews no matter if they are top notch or bad. However defender empower has earned itself a spot in the worst division all on its own. The cameras are pretty easy to install and are decent of its value and then comes the bottom tier software. In order for you to access their library you’ll need to take 5 additional steps just to look the videos you download and if you want to put a video on 2x speed forget it they don’t even have a option. Defender makes you regret not spending the extra bucks for even a working application
by Ac*****, 2026-08-09

I switched from the Ring camera to the Defender because of the reviews I about your product. Well I haven’t had much success with it I am unable to get the camera to stay online or see a live shot of my property
by He*****, 2026-08-09
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