# YI Smart

> Utilities

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6473766241](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6473766241)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6473766241`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ZKCam Technology Limited
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 1.80 / 5 (72 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-15
- **First published:** 2023-12-20
- **Size:** 373 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/yi-smart/id6473766241)
- **Website:** [https://kamihome.com/](https://kamihome.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.kamihome.com/privacy-policy](https://www.kamihome.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

YI Smart connects your family with real-time video and audio, enabling a quick two-way conversation with a tap. The app provides panoramic viewing by panning your phone and uses gyroscope integration to keep the view oriented, so you can see every corner from anywhere.

Subscriptions are handled via Apple iTunes with multiple monthly and annual plans for YI Cloud. Auto-renew can be managed in your Apple ID settings; renewal reminders and trial terms are provided, along with links to the terms of use and privacy policy.

## Rankings

- #217,616 — Overall

## Review summary

User feedback highlights strong camera hardware and local SD storage as positives, but widespread, multi-review concerns focus on aggressive ads, paid subscriptions, and reliability problems after app updates. Recurrent issues include failed connections with cameras (especially older models), sign-in/QR errors, and poor support. The hardware remains solid, but monetization and app reliability issues drive many users to seek alternatives.

### Pros

- Solid camera hardware quality and reliability praised by multiple reviewers.
- Local SD card storage works without a cloud subscription (reported in several reviews).
- Yi cameras were considered dependable and served well for years before app changes.

### Cons

- Intrusive, full-page ads and a mandatory/premium subscription model that degrade usability.
- Connectivity and compatibility issues after app updates, including older models and sign-in/QR problems.
- Increased cloud subscription pricing and bait-and-switch perceptions.
- Poor customer support and difficulty contacting or getting timely assistance.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6473766241)