Comparison

Broadcaster from BoxCast vs Streamster

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

Head to head
About

Broadcaster from BoxCast

Stream live video directly from your mobile device. Go live instantly or schedule future broadcasts to platforms like Facebook Live and YouTube. Manage all your streams, track analytics, and even monetize events with ticket pricing.

Highlights
  • Go Live Now feature
  • Schedule broadcasts in advance
  • Stream to Facebook Live, YouTube Live, RTMP
  • Manage all broadcasts
  • Preview broadcast stream
  • Event analytics and replays
  • Charge ticket price for events
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Stream live video from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. With Broadcaster, you can go live instantly with the touch of a button or schedule your broadcasts in advance. Broadcast to Facebook Live, Youtube Live, or any RTMP destination you choose. Features: • Use the Go Live Now feature to begin streaming immediately without having to schedule your broadcast • Receive notifications reminding you of upcoming scheduled broadcasts • Add Facebook Live, YouTube Live, or any generic RTMP as a destination for your broadcast • Manage all of your broadcasts, whether they're from the Broadcaster app, BoxCaster, or BoxCaster Pro • Promote future broadcasts by scheduling them in advance (promote live and past events as well) • Preview your broadcast with a low-latency stream for enhanced troubleshooting • Broadcast using BoxCast Flow, a smarter protocol for transmitting video to the cloud • View event analytics and replay past broadcasts • Use channels to categorize related broadcasts • Charge a ticket price for your events • Easily keep score for games using the built-in scoreboard • Extremely small app size to prioritize the space on your device

About

Streamster

This app provides a comprehensive solution for live streamers to multistream from their mobile devices. It supports both portrait and landscape modes, integrates YouTube comments for audience engagement, and allows remote control of computer-based streams.

Highlights
  • Multistream to multiple platforms
  • Portrait and landscape mode support
  • Integrated YouTube comments
  • Remote control for computer streaming
  • Mobile live streaming solution
Features
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Take control of your live streams with ease and flexibility! Our app offers a complete streaming solution for creators looking to multistream from their mobile devices. Whether you're streaming in portrait or landscape mode, we've got you covered with seamless integration. Key Features: Multistream Capabilities: Stream to multiple platforms simultaneously from your mobile device. Multistreaming to 2 destinations is free. Portrait & Landscape Mode: Switch between modes with ease to suit your streaming style. Integrated YouTube Comments: Engage with your audience directly by reading and responding to YouTube comments in real-time. Remote Control for Computer Streaming: Use your smartphone as a remote control to manage your streams from a connected computer—perfect for adjusting settings without missing a beat on camera. Empower your content creation with a streaming tool that adapts to your needs. Whether you're live streaming on the go or controlling a more complex setup, our app makes it all possible.

Screenshots

Broadcaster from BoxCast4 screens
Streamster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Streamster at 4.2 against Broadcaster from BoxCast's 3.3. Streamster also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 34%) and ads (none vs shown). Broadcaster from BoxCast's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (85 vs 12). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Streamster holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Broadcaster from BoxCast has 85 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Broadcaster from BoxCast's written reviews are positive against 75% of Streamster's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Broadcaster from BoxCast ships an update every 6 weeks, Streamster every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Broadcaster from BoxCast versus Streamster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBroadcaster from BoxCastStreamster
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (85 ratings)4.2 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.1% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings85 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBoxCast, Inc.Streamster OU

Customer experience

Broadcaster from BoxCast

All ratings77 ratings
Positive53.2%
Neutral11.7%
Negative35.1%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive34.1%
Neutral15.9%
Negative50.0%

Streamster

All ratings12 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

Broadcaster from BoxCast

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Search function bombs on first letter
  • App reverts to app screen on Apple TV
  • App no longer stores favorites
  • App has no sound
  • App continually crashes after beginning to stream
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  • Overheating issues
  • Landscape/portrait orientation issues
  • Cannot create an account
  • Google verification doesn't work
  • Always logging me out
  • Crashes on startup
  • Unable to stay logged in
  • Cannot send link in iPad mini version
  • App crashes every time it's opened after an update
  • Latest update freezes before login
  • Cannot stream as advertised
  • Cannot connect to Facebook
  • Password issues on app download

Requested features

10 requests
  • More flexibility in app
  • Show sources consistently
  • Show tech details
  • Option to keep users signed in
  • Add backgrounds in mobile app
Show 5 more
  • Fix broadcast end time issue
  • Allow changing private to public after broadcast
  • Add multichat for live-streams
  • Improve account deletion options
  • Allow adding remote cameras (like Switcher Studio)

Streamster

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Broadcaster from BoxCast

No in-app purchases

None

Streamster

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Broadcaster from BoxCast free?
Broadcaster from BoxCast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Streamster free?
Streamster is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Broadcaster from BoxCast or Streamster?
Streamster is rated higher. Broadcaster from BoxCast averages 3.3 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while Streamster averages 4.2 from 12 ratings.
Do Broadcaster from BoxCast or Streamster have ads?
Broadcaster from BoxCast shows ads; Streamster does not.
Which is updated more often, Broadcaster from BoxCast or Streamster?
Broadcaster from BoxCast ships an update every 6 weeks, and Streamster every 4 months. Most recently, Broadcaster from BoxCast was updated on October 21, 2026 and Streamster on October 14, 2026.

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