# vMix Virtual Control Surface — user reviews > 35 indexed App Store user reviews of vMix Virtual Control Surface by Seth Haberman, rated 3.89/5 from 9 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vmix-virtual-control-surface/id978932322/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vmix-virtual-control-surface/id978932322.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 5 · 4★ 2 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 2 ## Newest reviews (11 of 35) ### 4/5 — App crashes *2020-09-25, version 3.0* Maybe with iOS v14, app crashes. I have demo installed and iPad app crashes trying to connect. ### 3/5 — App Keeps Crashing *2020-08-25* Hi, I just purchased this app and it crashes when I click the connect button. Can you help? **Developer response:** Sorry to hear you are having trouble. Have you made your network security set to "private" and not public? Also, be sure to only type in the IP address without the port number or http://. Are you able to connect to the web controller through safari? ### 3/5 — Audio controls *2020-05-17, version 3.0* More control over audio would be nice, to adjust compressor settings etc and also see the Aux C &D. Vid control is fine but it would be nicer to adjust audio more precisely. ### 1/5 — Crashes upon connecting *2020-04-08* Used to work, but now crashes immediately upon connecting. As of 4/9/20. **Developer response:** Sorry to hear you are having trouble. Have you made your network security set to "private" and not public? Also, be sure to only type in the IP address without the port number or http://. Also be sure that there is no user name and password in the web controller settings. Also check the allow access box in the web controller settings. ### 1/5 — Crashes right away on latest iPad air *2020-04-07, version 3.0* Please fix ### 1/5 — Crashing and crashing *2019-11-12* I’m having the same problem it’s just crashing as soon as I put in the IP address plz help **Developer response:** Hi xXspeedfistXxD, I'm sorry you are having a problem with the app. Here are a few things to verify to ensure the app will work for you. 1. The host vMix computer must have its network set to "Home". Setting this to "Work" or "Public" will block vDesk from connecting to vMix. This can be changed by right clicking the network icon on the bottom right of windows and selecting "Open Network and Sharing Center". In the Network and Sharing Center, the network that you are currently connected to will be displayed along with an icon. Under the name should list the current security setting. It will either list "Home", "Work" or "Public". To change this setting, click on the link below the network name and a new window will pop up. In this new window, select "Home Network". 2. If you have a username and password set for the web control panel inside of vMix, the app will not work. If you do have a password, remove the password and the app should work. 3. Are you entering just the IP address of the vMix machine? Do not include the http:// or the :8088 when entering the IP. Only enter the IP. If you need further help, shoot me an email at Seth@thecloudmediagroup.com ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work with new VMix *2019-06-03, version 3.0* Hello - this doesn’t work with the current version of vmix, could you please update to operate with vmix 20.0.0.60 thanks! ### 3/5 — I need help *2019-01-08* Im using an ipad air 16gb and the app closes automatically after i put the ip address and click connect, i would like to know if im doing something wrong. **Developer response:** Hi Gensanti, Sorry you are having an issue with the app. Thank you for your patience. Are you entering just the IP address or are you including the http:// or the :8088? Only type in the IP address and click connect. If you have any other problems, please email me at Seth@thecloudmediagroup.com ### 4/5 — Works Good!!! *2018-08-04* I like the way this app is working, however, I wish it had a preview view in the app. ### 3/5 — Works...but can be frustrating *2018-04-11* The app does work, but every time you kill the app (or even sometimes when you suspend it) you have to re-enter your vMix IP. Tried contacting the developer several times but never heard back. **Developer response:** Hi Bones7151, Sorry to hear you are having a problem. We are adding that to the list of features for the next release. I'm not sure when that will happen but that feature is definitely on the list. What is your email? We normally reply to all our emails. Send me an email at Seth@thecloudmediagroup.com ### 1/5 — This maybe an abandoned app *2017-12-06* I just got it and it doesn’t connect to my vMix. It just shows not connected with a big X. I can connect from the same iPad via chrome browser to the vMix address and it does work using the native vMix interface. I think this might be abandomware as I went to the developers website and there is no mention of this app. I guess I’ll have to request a refund. **Developer response:** Hi Theldol, This app is still active and functional. Sorry you are having trouble connecting the app to vMix. Make sure that you only type in the IP address into the window. Do not include the ":8088" in the address. Press enter and close the keyboard and it should connect. If you still have problems, please email me at Seth@TheCloudMediaGroup.com. Thank you! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Keep closing *2023-11-06* I don’t why but the app keep clossing **Developer response:** I'm sorry to hear you're having a problem with the app closing. Please send an email to Seth@thecloudmediagroup.com and we will help you with this issue! ### 1/5 — It’s become useless *2021-04-19, version 4.0* Previous version was brilliant. I used mostly as an audio desk. Realistic faders which responded instantly to your touch and level meters which accurately replicated the vMix screen. Now there is ridiculous latency in moving the faders, which have taken on the appearance of some DJ toy. The level meters often 'stick', so are next to useless. This is a really bad app now. ### 1/5 — Does not connect to VMix *2021-03-31, version 3.0* The app doesn’t work. I can connect to VMix using any browser but not this app. Truly disappointing! Wasting time and money. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t Work *2021-02-17, version 3.0* Keep trying to connect. vMix Web url is correct but app won’t connect. Useless ### 1/5 — Freezes while connected *2020-11-15* When you’re not actively using is for a few minutes’ it freezes and stops working. And you can’t reconnect while streaming is on going. Such a waste **Developer response:** I'm sorry to hear you are having problems. What iPad version are you using? How reliable is your wifi? ### 1/5 — Crashes! *2020-11-05, version 3.0* Take it down if it doesn’t work! Saw video, looked good. But it doesn’t work! ### 1/5 — Crashes when trying to connect *2020-09-09, version 3.0* Doesn’t work unfortunately ### 1/5 — What a waste of money *2020-08-14, version 3.0* It has not worked from day one and there is no support. ### 1/5 — Windows 10 *2020-05-25* Does not appear to work with Windows 10. 10 combines “home” and “work” networks into “private” so I need a recommendation one he network settings to work with Win10. Network is set to Private. Firewall is allowing connections to vMix as confirmed by the native vMix web controller working. **Developer response:** Can you send an email to Seth@thecloudmediagroup.com and we can help you troubleshoot further? ### 1/5 — DONT BUY *2020-04-30* All the pictures, and some of the videos that you see are great for the use of this app. However when you put in the IP address the app force closes on iPad Pro 12.9” second gen. Leaving this review in hopes that the developer will make contact to help troubleshoot. Happy to update if that happens. Hoping for a refund if it cant work. **Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback. We are submitting a new version today which should make things run more smoothly. Send me an email at Seth@thecloudmediagroup.com. Make sure your network security is set to Private and not Public. Also be sure that you are only typing in the IP address and no http:// or port number ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Useful app with responsive developer *2021-04-29* Updating my review to 5 stars. I had an issue with the app crashing. I emailed their support email and Seth (the developer) called me directly to help troubleshoot. Turns out it was an issue with my configuration in VMix. If you’re having issues, retrace your steps through the tutorial. The app is solid and provides a very responsive and intuitive digital control surface for VMix. I love the audio controls and routings options. **Developer response:** Thanks for the great review! Glad we could get your configuration figured out so we could get the app working. ### 5/5 — Great App for vMix *2021-04-20* I’ve been using this app for more than a year. Takes a lot of vMix complexity and puts it on a simple to use and intuitive graphic interface. The recent upgrade makes it even better than before. Thanks Seth. **Developer response:** Thanks for using the app and for the review! Glad it has been working well for you. ### 5/5 — Solid app *2021-02-11* Works terrific. Wish that more buses were available to view/control **Developer response:** Thanks for the review! The new version allows you to do that! ### 5/5 — Layout *2019-06-19* Love the app. I have fat fingers,so would love to have alternative layout with bigger buttons. Also would be nice to custom button layout in the app itself. Other than that I love it ### 5/5 — Amazing *2019-03-31, version 3.0* Amazing interface for VMix! ### 5/5 — Finally, a developer who REALLY LISTENS to his customers! *2018-08-31* Sometimes you find a product that is nearly there for you; that almost works the way you need it to - but doesn’t. That was the case for we when I found and bought the previous version of VMix Virtual Control Surface. I contacted the developer, Seth Haberman and began a dialogue with him. We discovered that we were of similar minds on this product and when he heard my feature requests (and explanations) he agreed to implement most of them. He even included me in the whole development and review process - it was like we were long time collaborators. Thanks Seth, for turning VCS into a product that I can’t wait to use on my next gig! ### 5/5 — Essential for vMix *2018-03-21, version 2.1* This app is a great addition for anyone who uses xVmix. It lets you or your associates “call the shots” for your vMix production. In fact you can use the app along with your other devices to run your vMix production. I use this app along with x-keys. I mainly use the app’s audio mixer feature. It’s much easier to keep an eye in audio levels with this app because it’s in your iPad. I suggest you search YouTube for the app and you will see a couple of videos showing how it works,p. ...Then get it! ### 5/5 — Nice *2015-07-04, version 1.1* Works great on my mini, won't run on my 2nd gen iPad though. Can't wait to try it with the new full sized coming out. ### 4/5 — Great product, I have a suggestion *2021-10-17* Having all the inputs available is great, I have 57 inputs. On the VMix host I have the inputs categorized with the colored tabs so I can display only the set that I want to see. This functionality would be great on the iPad. I can implement the user button on the iPad to only display the subset that I want to display, but it only changes the host computers display. What I really want to do is restrict which inputs the iPad display (i really don’t want to change what the host computer displays). Although the categories on the host should control which one display. A couple of solution might be; 1. Just color the inputs on the iPad the same as the host (at least quicker to find them) 2. Add buttons that correspond to the tabs in VMix to restrict which inputs display. **Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback! Unfortunately the information that vMix passes through their API doesn't include these input groupings, so there would be no way for our app to know what inputs are in what groups. Thanks for using the app! ### 4/5 — Update is good but needs to stay connected *2021-06-20* Update: i like a lot of new features with the newest update but I hate if I leave the app and go to another, you have to hit the connect button to reconnect. Then there’s a slight delay before being able to control anything. Very frustrating when trying to swap mics quickly. The old version did not make you reconnect each time. I can control vMix from my church pew! I get to sit by my wife in church again. Thank you. Can you please add an update and add the default iPad clock and battery at the top of the page? --- *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 2026-08-16.*