Larix Broadcaster vs OMTake

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/

OMTake is the first iOS app to stream live video and audio using OMT (Open Media Transport), the open-source protocol developed by vMix/StudioCoast. Use your iPhone as a wireless camera source in vMix, OBS Studio, or any OMT-compatible receiver on your local network. No additional hardware needed. WORKS WITH VMIX AND OBS STUDIO - vMix: OMT is supported natively, just add your iPhone as an input - OBS Studio: install the free OMT plugin (Windows and macOS, OBS 31 or later), add an OMT Source and select your iPhone STREAMING - HD, UHD, and 4K resolution support - 24 to 60 fps depending on resolution - Selectable encoding quality (LQ/MQ/HQ) with live hot-switch - Audio capture with one-tap mute CAMERA - Multi-lens zoom with 0.5x, 1x, 2x presets and smooth pinch zoom - Front and back camera support - Tap to focus and expose - Automatic lens switching via virtual multi-camera devices - Video stabilization: Standard, Cinematic, or Low latency - White balance: Auto, Lock, or Manual with temperature and tint - Exposure compensation from -3 to +3 EV, adjustable while live PRODUCTION - Tally indicator (program/preview) with on-screen border and torch feedback, on receivers that support tally such as vMix - Configurable source name visible on your switcher - Corner brackets framing the 16:9 image area - Icons rotate for landscape use while layout stays locked RELIABILITY - Thermal management with automatic quality downgrade - Auto-stop protection at critical temperature - Bonjour/DNS-SD network discovery OMTake Pro (one-time purchase) removes the watermark for a clean, professional output. Requires a local network connection to an OMT-compatible receiver such as vMix or OBS Studio with the OMT plugin.