Comparison

SlingStudio Capture vs DirectorMonitor

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

Head to head
About

SlingStudio Capture

Transform your iPhone or iPod into a wireless camera for professional multi-camera video productions. Stream high-quality video up to 1080p to your SlingStudio device, offering flexibility for various live events and content creation needs.

Highlights
  • Wireless camera input
  • 1080p video streaming
  • Front and rear camera support
  • Flash control
  • Auto/manual brightness and focus
  • Zoom controls
  • Manual locks for focus, brightness, zoom
Features
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WHEN ONE CAMERA ANGLE ISN’T ENOUGH, SLINGSTUDIO CAN DELIVER MULTI-CAMERA MAGIC IN MINUTES for a variety of video applications – sports, schools, houses of worship, distance learning, corporate events, weddings, video blogging, broadcast TV, etc. There are all kinds of possibilities. What will you discover? CAPTURE APP: The SlingStudio Capture app allows you to use your iPhone or iPod as a wireless camera for your SlingStudio production. *SlingStudio hardware and a supported iPad with the SlingStudio Console app required.* **For the best performance and to use the newest features, please make sure you download the latest versions of both the Console and Capture apps for all devices you’re using with SlingStudio.** The Capture app wirelessly sends up to 1080p video from your iPhone or iPod’s camera to SlingStudio and supports: • The native flash on your iPhone or iPod • The front and rear cameras • Auto/manual brightness and focus controls • Zoom controls • Manual locks for brightness, focus and zoom COMPATIBLE DEVICES: - iPhone X
 - iPhone 8/8+ - iPhone 7/7+ - iPhone 6/6+/6S/6S+ - iPhone 5SE - iPod touch 6th Gen

About

DirectorMonitor

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
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Introducing DirectorMonitor. The all in one solution for monitoring and controlling your BlackMagic Design ATEM Mini video switcher. Paired with the Accsoon SeeMo video capture terminal or other UVC device including HDMI Capture Cards to view the ATEM's MultiView, Program / Preview out or any HDMI video Source.   Primary features include: - Control of ATEM Mini's primary control buttons. - Control of ATEM Mini's macro buttons. - Viewing any 1080p video source using the Accssoon SeeMo video capture terminal or connect to any HDMI Capture Card - The Video In is configured to recognize the ATEM Mini's MultiView to enable the following push button controls - Tap the MultiView pane to select the current Preview - Tapping the current Preview a second time selects it as the Program - Tapping the Preview pane performs a Cut with the Program - Tapping the Program pane performs an Auto transition with the Preview - Tapping the upper half of the Media pane performs the same Preview and Program actions as the other sources - Tap the lower left or the lower right of the Media pane to select the previous or next images of the Media pool, respectively. - Tapping the Live Stream or Recording Panel toggle each feature on or off. - DirectorMonitor give full access to turning HomeKit switch on and off - Display the Video In source at full screen and access the ATEM, Macro and HomeKit Buttons from a Sliding Panel. - Reorder and / or hide sections of the ATEM Control Buttons - Fully compatible with Split View, Slide Over and Stage Manager to fulfill your Multitasking needs. - Display any two panels in wide screen or a single pane if the App is setup to be taller than it is wide. - Customizable Control board for adding specific ATEM, Macro and HomeKit buttons in the order you wish. This also includes special purpose Action Buttons that can perform multiple operations include ATEM, Macro, HomeKit, Media Pool Selection, Apple Shortcut functions as well as special Application commands. - Configure and select up to three ATEM Minis. Each may have its own Customizable Control Board. - Display the Video In as a system wide Picture in Picture display to multitask with any iPad or iPhone App. - Access The ATEM's Storage to preview videos directly on the iPad or iPhone. Also perform video management by deleting from storage or copying videos to the device's Files App. - Configure up to four BlackMagic Design HyperDeck to control primary playback features in addition to video playback and video management. - Run DirectorMonitor on a Mac. Note for optimal results the additional hardware of an ATEM Mini video switcher and a Accsoon SeeMo video capture terminal are advised. For details on the BlackMagic Design ATEM Mini video switchers https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/atemmini For details on the Accsoon SeeMo https://accsoonusa.com/accsoon-seemob-ios-hdmi-adapter-black/

Screenshots

SlingStudio Capture4 screens
DirectorMonitor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SlingStudio Capture at 43% against DirectorMonitor's 0%. SlingStudio Capture also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.6). DirectorMonitor's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ads, monetization model and device support 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. DirectorMonitor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SlingStudio Capture asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SlingStudio Capture ships an update every 8 months, DirectorMonitor every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SlingStudio Capture versus DirectorMonitor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlingStudio CaptureDirectorMonitor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB102 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSling MediaOdeon Software Inc.

Customer experience

SlingStudio Capture

All ratings5,982 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral21.4%
Negative35.7%

DirectorMonitor

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

SlingStudio Capture

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Capture app not working on iPhone 13 Pro and newer
  • Camlink charging issues due to software limitations
  • Compatibility problems with iOS 14.2 and newer

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for iPhone 11 Pro's wide and zoom lenses
  • Improve camera controls (exposure, white balance, etc.)
  • Integrate with advanced camera apps like FiLMiC Pro
  • Add multi-camera support and graphics capabilities
  • Provide updates and bug fixes regularly

DirectorMonitor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SlingStudio Capture

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

DirectorMonitor

One-time1
  • DirectorMonitor$19.99

Questions

Is SlingStudio Capture free?
SlingStudio Capture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DirectorMonitor free?
DirectorMonitor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SlingStudio Capture or DirectorMonitor have ads?
Neither SlingStudio Capture nor DirectorMonitor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SlingStudio Capture or DirectorMonitor?
SlingStudio Capture ships an update every 8 months, and DirectorMonitor every 5 weeks. Most recently, SlingStudio Capture was updated on October 15, 2026 and DirectorMonitor on October 5, 2026.

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