Comparison

Larix Broadcaster vs BeNarative

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Larix Broadcaster

This professional streaming camera app enables high-performance live broadcasting from mobile devices. It supports a wide range of protocols including SRT, RTMP, and NDI, offering advanced features for video and audio contribution. Configure multiple streams, add overlays, and record your broadcasts with ease.

Highlights
  • Multiple streaming protocols (SRT, RTMP, NDI, WebRTC, RTSP, RIST)
  • High-performance H.264/HEVC video encoding
  • Configurable connection profiles and multi-destination streaming
  • Overlay features (image, text, HTML, GPS-based)
  • Multi-camera capture and picture-in-picture modes
  • Recording and screenshot capabilities
  • Adaptive bitrate streaming (ABR)
Features
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Stream live from your iPhone or iPad - broadcast-quality video to any server, platform, or production switcher. No encoder box, no desktop setup required. Whether you're streaming IRL to Twitch or Kick, covering breaking news in the field, or feeding a remote production over NDI - Larix Broadcaster gives you the tools professional broadcasters rely on. PROTOCOLS & CODECS Supports SRT, RTMP/RTMPS, WebRTC WHIP, NDI HX2, RTSP, RIST, and Zixi. Video encoding in H.264 and H.265/HEVC. Audio in AAC or Opus depending on protocol. Multiple simultaneous outputs available (Premium). CAMERA & VIDEO Multi-camera capture with picture-in-picture and side-by-side modes. Front and back cameras with live switching, portrait and landscape rotation. UltraHD resolution, Dolby Vision HDR, and adaptive bitrate streaming (ABR). USB camera input on iPadOS 17 and later. Center Stage supported on iPad. OVERLAYS & RECORDING Image, text, HTML, and GPS-based overlays. Assign different overlay sets to live, paused, and stand-by states. Record streams as MP4 to iCloud. SEI/NTP metadata insertion for multi-camera sync. PROFESSIONAL FEATURES Talkback audio return via SRT, RTMP, Icecast, and SLDP. NDI tally light for on-air feedback. Stand-by mode for pre-configured stream launch. Larix Grove for sharing connection settings via QR code or deep link. LARIX PREMIUM - $9.99/month Removes the default watermark. Unlocks multiple simultaneous outputs, Talkback, HEVC encoding, advanced overlays, ABR streaming, and more. Manage licenses and control devices remotely via Larix Tuner. Learn more: https://softvelum.com/larix/premium/ RESOURCES Docs: https://softvelum.com/larix/docs/ Video tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dhj0_QbtfTw Larix Broadcaster uses Apple's Standard License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

BeNarative

Create and edit professional-quality videos directly from your smartphone. Collaborate with friends remotely using multiple devices for multicam filming and live directing. Stream your content to various social media platforms and access your final videos easily.

Highlights
  • Multi-device multicam recording
  • Remote directing capabilities
  • Live streaming to multiple platforms
  • In-app video editing tools
  • Content storage and download
  • Real-time collaboration
Features
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The best app to create and edit your videos from your smartphone. BeNarative is packed with features, very easy to use, to create simple or complex videos: your ideas finally have the tool they deserve! You can record or share your content live on social media, you are the one who decides. VIDEO EDITING: Edit your videos thanks to all the features available in the app: add images, videos, text, easily place your elements with one gesture, add transparency and much more... Once your elements are setup, switch between configurations instantly while filming. FILM ANYWHERE: No need for tons of equipment anymore, everything goes through the BeNarative platform. Film at home or outside, just with the app and an internet connection. MULTICAM FOR EVERYONE: Create content with multiple cameras like pros. You can use multiple devices (iPhone, iPad or computer) to capture video. You can also invite your friends wherever they are to join. They can use whichever device they want, at BeNarative everyone is welcome! DIRECT REMOTELY: What if we told you that your friend or anyone could direct your stream from his home? With BeNarative he can take control of your live, handling the technical side while you can focus on creating the best content possible. MULTISTREAM: Broadcast on one or multiple social networks: Twitch, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok. ACCESS TO YOUR VIDEO WITH ONE CLICK: After filming (live or not), your final video will be stored on our platform and available for download so that you can retrieve it on any device you want. Follow us on social media to keep up to date on our latest tips for the app, next features coming and some of the content produced with BeNarative: Instagram - @narativefr / Twitter - @NarativeFR / Email - contact@narative.io

Screenshots

Larix Broadcaster3 screens
BeNarative4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BeNarative at 4.9 against Larix Broadcaster's 3.6. Larix Broadcaster's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (131 vs 9). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Larix Broadcaster sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and BeNarative sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BeNarative holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Larix Broadcaster has 131 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Larix Broadcaster ships an update every 3 weeks, BeNarative every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Larix Broadcaster versus BeNarative: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLarix BroadcasterBeNarative
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (131 ratings)4.9 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings131 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB180 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFurtree Systems, Inc.Be Narative

Customer experience

Larix Broadcaster

All ratings131 ratings
Positive61.1%
Neutral5.3%
Negative33.6%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive56.1%
Neutral8.1%
Negative35.8%

BeNarative

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Larix Broadcaster

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App crashes frequently after recent updates
  • Overlay rotation bug - upside down in preview mode
  • Audio drops when switching between cameras
  • Auto-focus triggering every other second during streams
  • Audio encoder crashes when changing lenses mid-stream
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  • Bluetooth microphone crashes entire audio stack
  • RTMP connection drops without error messages
  • Web widget add button non-functional on iPhone 15
  • Stream breaks every few seconds on some devices
  • Audio distortion and popping with increasing frequency during long streams
  • Garbled audio during streaming
  • App crashes on iPhone 7 Plus - camera won't display
  • Connection setup issues for RTSP streaming
  • Incompatibility with iPad OS 13.1 causing crashes
  • Audio interface (PreSonus AudioBox iOne) not recognized reliably
  • YouTube streaming no longer works - outdated guide
  • Camera won't show on certain iPhone models despite permissions

Requested features

18 requests
  • Custom resolution and canvas size adjustment
  • External SDI/HDMI source support via USB capture cards
  • Working video stabilization mode
  • In-app feedback mechanism
  • Zoom in/out functionality
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  • Microphone gain/level adjustment for built-in mic
  • Pause screen customization with user-selected images/audio
  • Watermark/overlay icon support
  • Current zoom level indicator
  • Browser overlay for live chat and alerts
  • Screen recording and streaming capability
  • SRTLA protocol support
  • Manual and feature documentation
  • Lower pricing tiers for limited use cases
  • Lifetime license option
  • Disable iPhone image stabilization toggle
  • 60 FPS support
  • Keep stream active when switching apps with audio continuation

BeNarative

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Larix Broadcaster

Subscriptions3
  • Larix Premium$9.991 Month
  • NDI Streaming$19.991 Month
  • Larix Premium One Year$119.001 Year
7 purchases

BeNarative

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly subscription$6.991 Month
  • Narative premium - weekly$7.497 Days
  • Monthly subscription$24.991 Month
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  • Monthly subscription$28.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$44.991 Year
  • Narative premium - yearly$164.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Larix Broadcaster free?
Larix Broadcaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BeNarative free?
BeNarative is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Larix Broadcaster or BeNarative?
BeNarative is rated higher. Larix Broadcaster averages 3.6 out of 5 from 131 ratings, while BeNarative averages 4.9 from 9 ratings.
Do Larix Broadcaster or BeNarative have ads?
BeNarative shows ads; Larix Broadcaster does not.
Which is updated more often, Larix Broadcaster or BeNarative?
Larix Broadcaster ships an update every 3 weeks, and BeNarative every 2 weeks. Most recently, Larix Broadcaster was updated on October 19, 2026 and BeNarative on October 3, 2026.

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