Comparison

Larix Broadcaster vs SimpleIPCamera

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

SimpleIPCamera

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Absolutely free and simple IP camera. The application provides a network server for MJPEG streaming from the iPhone camera. Usage: 1) Run the application and press the Start Server button. 2) On another device (PC or phone) connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone, enter the displayed address into a web browser. 3) The browser will show a live video feed from your iPhone’s camera. P.S.: It’s free => no support. Enjoy!

Screenshots

Larix Broadcaster3 screens
SimpleIPCamera2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SimpleIPCamera at none against Larix Broadcaster's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. SimpleIPCamera asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Larix Broadcaster versus SimpleIPCamera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLarix BroadcasterSimpleIPCamera
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (131 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews56.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings131 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFurtree Systems, Inc.CIT.CZ

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

SimpleIPCamera

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
None

SimpleIPCamera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Larix Broadcaster free?
Larix Broadcaster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SimpleIPCamera free?
SimpleIPCamera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Larix Broadcaster or SimpleIPCamera have ads?
Neither Larix Broadcaster nor SimpleIPCamera shows ads.

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