# HDMI Monitor - Video Capture — user reviews > 76 indexed App Store user reviews of HDMI Monitor by European Apps Solutions, rated 3.21/5 from 111 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdmi-monitor-video-capture/id6467666216/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hdmi-monitor-video-capture/id6467666216.md ## What do users think of HDMI Monitor? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - ✅ Works as advertised when properly configured - 🎮 Enables using devices as external monitors - 🚀 Fast and smooth performance - 🔌 Plug and play functionality - 💰 One-time purchase option available (Mac) - 📱 Supports multiple display resolutions - 👍 Good customer support responsiveness **Cons** - 🔊 Audio issues are widespread and persistent - 💸 Aggressive monetization with weekly subscriptions - ❌ Doesn't work reliably across devices - 🖥️ Incompatible with many Mac models - ⚫ Black screen display problems - 🎯 No settings or configuration options - 📵 Intrusive upgrade prompts interrupt usage - 🆓 Free version severely limited with constant ads - 📚 Lack of documentation and user guidance - 🎬 High latency issues for gaming - 🔄 Requires system-level audio configuration workaround **Commonly reported bugs** - Audio doesn't work or produces feedback loops - Black screen display on connection - App crashes during usage - App disconnects when upgrade offer appears - No way to return to splash screen - Incompatibility with iPad Pro M4 and various capture cards - Image stretching and improper centering - App stops working after initial setup - Compatibility issues with MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models - Free version interrupts gameplay with constant ads - High latency when used with gaming consoles **Most requested features** - Audio input/output controls within the app - Free trial or demonstration mode before purchase - In-app settings menu for video and audio adjustment - Image centering and aspect ratio controls - Recording functionality - Screen flip/mirror options - Multiple HDMI input support - Reduce or eliminate upgrade prompts during usage - Comprehensive documentation and help resources - Latency reduction for gaming use cases ## Newest reviews (16 of 76) ### 2/5 — Works but… *2026-01-10, version 1.6* Works but not centering the image, and stretches the 4:3 to 16:9, no settings of any kind ### 1/5 — NO AUDIO *2025-09-11, version 1.6* How can i work on my projects or whatever the case may be if i only get picture but no audio, i already investigated my audio settings from within the computer and within the console yet, i dont have any audio output. I was about to purchase this app but at the moment that i dont see any options on how to manipulate video or audio from the app, which is like a “what in the world” moment for me” Then honestly there is no point purchasing this app. I looked for ORION which is an ios and ipad os app that runs for an external monitor, or it creates your ipad as a monitor thinking this was the same company because of how the app looks! This app looks exactly the same as the ORION app well anyways, if this app can fix its audio settings and outputs also creating at least some filters and resolutions within the window of the app, i would of given a 5 star and buy it with no problems whatsoever but well. This aint my concern. Its the DEVELOPERS CONCERN. So hopefully this review comment helps to improve it and probably i will change my mind. ### 1/5 — Dont get *2025-06-25, version 1.8.8* Yeah I downloaded for 1 minute and saw the OUTRAGEOUS prices and instantly deleted the app ### 1/5 — Silliness *2025-06-24, version 1.8.8* Why does it force you to buy it upon downloading the software? ### 1/5 — Scam *2025-06-04, version 1.8.7* Scam doesn’t work ### 1/5 — Annoying *2025-05-02, version 1.6* I would’ve rated it higher if it didn’t keep asking me to leave a rating. I’m only writing this review so the popup stops bother me. ### 1/5 — No demonstration mode *2025-04-18, version 1.8.7* Developers…how are we supposed to know if this app works without a demonstration mode? So many of these apps on the market don’t work. Paying for something if you don’t know if it works is a gamble most people won’t commit to. ### 3/5 — False advertising *2025-03-30, version 1.6* It don’t work on my MacBook Pro ### 1/5 — Not working *2025-03-05, version 1.6* Upon opening app, I see the splash screen, then screen with some illustrations briefly opens, then only a black screen. I’ve correctly selected the USB sound input, but no signal is seen. This app worked fine when starting up a different partition. That time I chose the “limited” version for free. When downloaded to the main computer, I purchased the app and now it doesn’t work! ### 1/5 — It DOESNT WORK, DIDNT WORK FOR ME1 *2025-02-28, version 1.6* Bought it for a last minute project since I forgot my partner forgot to bring a monitor thinking this was going to work but it didn’t work at all. ### 2/5 — Doesn’t work with iPad Pro m4 *2025-02-20, version 1.8.6* Tried everything. 3 different hdmi cords, 2 different usb hubs with hdmi output. Nothing..i even have the official hdmi/usb-c hub from the apple store. App doesn't work ### 1/5 — doesnt work *2025-02-11, version 1.6* read title ### 3/5 — Not working *2025-02-01, version 1.6* I bought a hdmi to usb-c for this and its not working idk if its just the amazon cdmi cord or the playstation 5, any ways it just didn’t work for me but anyways got me hyped you for the hdmi to usb-c adapter but it just didn’t work but still I didn’t think anybody would make a app like this ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work dont get tricked *2025-01-26, version 1.8.6* Dont get this app ### 1/5 — Cashgrab *2025-01-22, version 1.8.6* Barely works in free version, asks for £7.99 a week after a minute. On app store a lifetime option is offered for £24 which is far more reasonable albeit not reasonable at all. Free alternatives available that work better. ### 4/5 — Works Great But No Audio Control *2025-01-18, version 1.6* Simple, clean, works great. Automatically detected my HDMI input but not the audio. Instead it’s playing my built-in microphone out loud, I get feedback if volume is high enough. There’s no options in the app to change it, only your system prefs. I have multiple audio I/O so I was able to work around, but it’s not ideal. Not sure what it would do if there were more than one HDMI inputs. But it works great! Paired with a $20 OTA HD Receiver stick and $20 HDMI to USB-C dongle and this = TV on my Mac! YAY! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Does not work even after purchasing the pro version *2026-03-07, version 1.8.9* I need a refund because this app does not work at all. ### 1/5 — user12 *2026-02-23, version 1.6* fake app i don’t recommend any one to use it ### 1/5 — NO AUDIO *2026-02-12, version 1.6* Audio doesn’t work on this app, there’s no way to access any sort of settings and once you’re “in” there’s no option to go back to the splash screen. I’ll stick with QuickTime for now. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2026-02-08, version 1.6* Used both video card and hdmi adapter to try connecting my mirrorless camera. It acts as though it’s connected but only shows a black screen. Zero video output ### 1/5 — Don’t waste your time *2026-01-08, version 1.8.9* Does not work at all and waiting for refund DO NOT DOWN LOAD ### 1/5 — unable to try out *2026-01-03, version 1.8.9* many of these apps exist and most have fairly poor quality. There is no way to try this out without giving them money. So. I guess I’ll never know if this is any better than the others. ### 1/5 — Can’t try it *2025-10-11, version 1.8.9* It starts begging you for money the second you start the software. There’s not so much as a free trial to see if it’s even gonna work out for you at all. The amount of money it’s asking for a weekly plan is absolutely outrageous and should be considered criminal. I have no problem paying for software and I’ve done it for so much without hesitation, but not even being able to try it before you purchase it is absolutely stupid. ### 1/5 — I don’t have audio *2025-10-03, version 1.8.9* I download the app and paid for the subscription but I have no audio coming from my iPad while using the device ### 1/5 — Didn’t work *2025-09-22, version 1.6* Unfortunately doesn’t work on my MacBook Air ### 1/5 — Boff .. *2025-09-16, version 1.6* A ouvert une seule foi et ouvre plus … ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Excellent *2026-04-08, version 1.6* Product works as advertised. I recommend this product ### 5/5 — Works as advertised - Adds Huge Flexibility *2025-04-07, version 1.6* The flexibility to use your Mac screen as second monitor is terrific for the Road Warrior - the filmmaker and photographer. ### 5/5 — Get's it done! *2025-02-12, version 1.6* I hooked a blueray player up to my vintage stereo stack to handle music cds. I needed something to be able to see the track list and make changes to the unit. This enabled me to use my laptop as a TV for the rare times when I needed it. ### 5/5 — simple *2025-01-30, version 1.6* simple but effective. i had to adjust my Settings: Camera: Input: USB In to make it work ### 5/5 — Old iMac monitor for Mac mini M4 *2025-01-03, version 1.6* Wow, I was thrilled to be able to use my 2019 iMac 27” as a monitor for my new Mac mini M4. I needed to buy an HDMI capture card adaptor, but they Vidzik did the rest. Sweet! ### 5/5 — Exactly what I needed *2024-08-03, version 1.6* Can view 2nd device output in a window or fullscreen. Supports multiple display resolutions. ### 5/5 — Thanks *2024-07-17, version 1.6* You're alright. ### 5/5 — Works well on the mac *2024-06-27, version 1.6* Tried this on ipad and they are asking 9.99 per week, so I gave it a pass but on the mac works fine and is 24.99 for a one time fee which makes a lot more sense ### 5/5 — Perfect for my use, so far. *2024-05-10, version 1.6* I'm using this on an M1 Mac and coupled it with a video capture card so I can use my Nintendo Switch on my Mac screen while I also do other random things. Probably not the intended use for it, but it works for my own intended use. The only thing I'm a little concerned with is what the actual limitations are. I don't see any that I am affected by, so I'm hoping that something doesn't pop up. ### 5/5 — Works perfectly *2024-02-17, version 1.8.2* Giving five stars for functionality but I do feel that this app is VERY overpriced. After a few months I could purchase a cheap, dedicated HDMI monitor. If someone would design and sell an HDMI capture dongle with a power port bundled with a free download of this app, I would happily pay for it. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-03.*