# SlingStudio Console vs DirectorMonitor

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SlingStudio Console at 59% against DirectorMonitor's 0%. SlingStudio Console also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DirectorMonitor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SlingStudio Console asks for nothing beyond the download.

SlingStudio Console ships an update every 2 months, DirectorMonitor every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SlingStudio Console | DirectorMonitor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slingstudio-console/id1079346580/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | — |
| Positive reviews | **58.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 309 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sling Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/309280608) | [Odeon Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/304855629) |

## What reviewers say

### SlingStudio Console

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slingstudio-console/id1079346580)

This app enables multi-camera live video production using a supported iPad and wireless hardware. Easily switch between up to 10 video sources, add graphics, and stream to various platforms in 1080p HD.

**Highlights:** Multi-camera switching, Wireless video source connection, Live streaming to multiple platforms, Add text and graphic overlays, Picture-in-picture composition, Instant replay, Record multiple feeds

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Excellent multi-camera live streaming
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Compact and portable setup
- 👍 Great for church/funeral live streams

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and disconnects
- 🐛 Unreliable camera/video connections
- 🐛 Streaming issues to Facebook and YouTube
- 🐛 Buggy picture-in-picture and split-screen functions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during live streams
- Inability to connect to Facebook or YouTube
- Camera links frequently drop or show poor signal
- Picture-in-picture function not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add more camera inputs
- Improve graphics and lower-third capabilities
- Implement motion graphics and video overlays
- Expand device compatibility beyond Apple products


### DirectorMonitor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/directormonitor/id1542256662)

This app provides comprehensive monitoring and control for BlackMagic Design ATEM Mini video switchers. It allows users to view multi-view, program/preview outputs, and control primary and macro buttons, with advanced customization options for a streamlined workflow.

**Highlights:** Control ATEM Mini primary and macro buttons, View ATEM MultiView, Program/Preview outputs, Control ATEM Mini via MultiView panes, Full HomeKit switch control, Customizable control board, Configure multiple ATEM Minis, Manage ATEM storage and HyperDeck playback

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DirectorMonitor | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SlingStudio Console free?

SlingStudio Console is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is DirectorMonitor free?

DirectorMonitor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do SlingStudio Console or DirectorMonitor have ads?

Neither SlingStudio Console nor DirectorMonitor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SlingStudio Console or DirectorMonitor?

SlingStudio Console ships an update every 2 months, and DirectorMonitor every 5 weeks. Most recently, SlingStudio Console was updated on October 14, 2026 and DirectorMonitor on October 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*
