Comparison

Stream_Vision vs Steiner Cinder

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

Head to head
About

Stream_Vision

Connect your mobile device to Yukon or Pulsar observation equipment. Use your smartphone as a viewfinder, remote control, and data sharing hub for thermal imaging and digital devices. Capture and share photos and videos directly from your observation gear.

Highlights
  • Mobile viewfinder
  • Video and photo recorder
  • Remote control
  • Download tool
  • Sharing platform
Features
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Stream Vision is an application that provides connection of your mobile devices with observation devices of Yukon or Pulsar via integrated WiFi interface. The application provides full control of observation device and its features. With the help of the application the user can connect smartphone to a thermal imaging or any other digital device from Yukon or Pulsar and use smartphone as a mobile viewfinder, data share center or a remote control. APPLICATION FEATURES: • Mobile viewfinder Use your smartphone as a remote viewfinder for a night vision or thermal imaging device. • Video and Photo recorder Make photos and videos with the a tap of an icon and store them on your Yukon Pulsar device. • Remote control Change your device’s settings remotely. Change image settings, adjust device’s interface and control device’s operation. • Download tool Download photos and videos from your night vision or thermal imaging device to your smartphone or tablet. • Sharing platform Stream your videos or share your photos online, show your exciting moments to your friends Note: Certain features of Stream Vision application are available only when an observation device is connected to a smartphone via Wifi.

About

Steiner Cinder

This app enhances a thermal imager by providing real-time video streaming and full remote control. Users can capture photos and videos, adjust color palettes, and transfer waypoints to Google Maps. Content can then be easily viewed and shared on social media.

Highlights
  • Real-time thermal video streaming
  • Remote control of imager functions
  • Capture photos and record videos
  • Adjust color palettes
  • Transfer waypoints to Google Maps
  • View and share media galleries
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Steiner’s Cinder thermal imager is the company’s first product to bring Steiner Quantum Vision™, our premium thermal imaging experience, to the commercial market - with this app playing a key role. The Steiner Cinder app is designed to work exclusively with the Cinder thermal imager from Steiner. After connecting the imager to this phone / tablet, remote control of the Cinder can be achieved. The app enables real time streaming video and control of all Cinder functions, including taking photos, recording videos, and changing color palettes. The app is also used to transfer waypoints to Google Maps. Photo and video galleries may be easily viewed and transferred to social media networks for sharing.

Screenshots

Stream_Vision4 screens
Steiner Cinder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Stream_Vision at 3.9 against Steiner Cinder's 3.0. Stream_Vision also leads on ratings volume (392 vs 1). Steiner Cinder's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stream_Vision holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stream_Vision has 392 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stream_Vision ships an update every 2 months, Steiner Cinder every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and July 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Stream_Vision versus Steiner Cinder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStream_VisionSteiner Cinder
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (392 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews8.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings392 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB75 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperYUKON ADVANCED OPTICS WORLDWIDE UABSteiner-Optik GmbH

Customer experience

Stream_Vision

All ratings392 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral6.1%
Negative21.2%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive8.7%
Neutral2.9%
Negative88.3%

Steiner Cinder

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Stream_Vision

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Firmware update failures
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Inconsistent performance across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved WiFi stability and range
  • Better video/audio synchronization
  • Easier file management and sharing
  • Support for more device models

Steiner Cinder

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Stream_Vision

No in-app purchases

None

Steiner Cinder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stream_Vision free?
Stream_Vision is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Steiner Cinder free?
Steiner Cinder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Stream_Vision or Steiner Cinder?
Stream_Vision is rated higher. Stream_Vision averages 3.9 out of 5 from 392 ratings, while Steiner Cinder averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Stream_Vision or Steiner Cinder have ads?
Neither Stream_Vision nor Steiner Cinder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stream_Vision or Steiner Cinder?
Stream_Vision ships an update every 2 months, and Steiner Cinder every 6 weeks. Most recently, Stream_Vision was updated on July 6, 2026 and Steiner Cinder on July 1, 2026.

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