Comparison

V vs Obsbot Live

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

Head to head
About

V

Control your Roland V-1HD video switcher remotely. Adjust video and audio switching, effects, volume, and save presets without touching the unit.

Highlights
  • Remote video and audio switching
  • Effect assignment and adjustment
  • Volume level control
  • Save and recall preset memories
  • Output video adjustment
  • System settings management
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V-1HD Remote is an application for remotely controlling the Roland V-1HD video switcher. Instead of making settings on the unit or taking up the preview monitor, you can control the following functions in real-time with the V-1HD Remote. •switching video and audio •specifying the effect assigned to each video bus •changing volume levels •adjusting the degree of effects applied •saving and recalling eight preset memories •adjusting the output video •making system settings etc. Notes: *The V-1HD you are connecting to must be running at the latest version (Ver.2.00 or later). *The combination of Remote App Ver.1.0.0 and V-1HD Ver.2.00 or the combination of Remote App Ver.2.0.0 and V-1 HD Ver.1.0x may cause unexpected operation. *To connect an iPad to the V-1HD, you need to prepare a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (no need for iPad Pro with USB-C) and a USB cable. *For the settings on the V-1HD itself, please refer to the V-1HD User's Manual.

About

Obsbot Live

Stream live video using multiple cameras with intuitive controls. Manage PTZ functions, AI features, and image parameters for up to three devices simultaneously. Supports mainstream social platforms and offers customizable canvas layouts for dynamic content creation.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous multi-camera connection (up to 3)
  • PTZ control and AI features
  • Image parameter adjustment
  • Mainstream social platform support
  • Customizable canvas layouts
  • Integrated audio mixer
  • Landscape and portrait view support
Features
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"Experience brand new multi-cam live streaming with the innovative OBSBOT Live Easy and Fast Control of Multiple OBSBOT Cameras Supports simultaneous connection to up to three OBSBOT camera devices via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for PTZ control, AI Features, image parameter adjustment, and multi-camera recording control. Start Multi-camera Live Streaming Anytime, Anywhere The software supports mainstream social live-streaming platforms. After logging in and authorizing the corresponding accounts and connecting multiple OBSBOT cameras, you can start multi-camera video recording/live streaming anytime, anywhere. Landscape and Portrait View Obsbot Live has been adapted for landscape and portrait views. Users can choose the orientation that meets their current needs for live streaming and video recording based on personal habits and usage scenarios. Convenient Canvas Switching After detecting the video stream, the software can automatically recognize and fill in the video content and overlay it on the built-in canvas features. Users can also manually adjust the canvas content and customize their multi-camera live streaming canvas. Clear Audio Mixer With our advanced built-in audio mixer panel, users can monitor and manage the audio status of the currently connected devices, achieving integrated management of audio and video to ensure a high-quality multi-cam live streaming experience. Perfectly matched with Tail Air Smart Remote Controller With Tail Air Smart Remote Controller, your multi-camera control experience will be taken to the next level. Its easy-to-understand operation logic allows you to immediately experience device switching, more realistic button control, or futuristic Motion Control of the PTZ! OBSBOT aims to provide a simpler and more energetic way to enjoy video shooting and live streaming. Record and share your life moments on air with dynamic video language and limitless imagination. If you have any suggestions while using OBSBOT, feel free to write to service@obsbot.com. We value every communication with you."

Screenshots

Obsbot Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: V at 100% against Obsbot Live's 20%. V also leads on rating (4.3 vs 1.9) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). Obsbot Live's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 56 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, 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

V holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of V's written reviews are positive against 20% of Obsbot Live's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

V ships an update every 56 months, Obsbot Live every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
V versus Obsbot Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVObsbot Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings) — better1.9 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings410 — better
Update frequencyEvery 56 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB356 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoland CorporationRemo Tech Co.,Ltd

Customer experience

V

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Obsbot Live

All ratings10 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

None

V

No in-app purchases

None

Obsbot Live

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is V free?
V is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Obsbot Live free?
Obsbot Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, V or Obsbot Live?
V is rated higher. V averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Obsbot Live averages 1.9 from 10 ratings.
Do V or Obsbot Live have ads?
Neither V nor Obsbot Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, V or Obsbot Live?
V ships an update every 56 months, and Obsbot Live every 3 weeks. Most recently, V was updated on September 21, 2026 and Obsbot Live on September 23, 2026.

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