Comparison

Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 vs OSDP Reader

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

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About

Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2

Features
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The Dallmeier Mobile Video Center App permits mobile access to Dallmeier systems (DVR, NVR, server, cameras) using a smartphone or tablet with iOS operating system. Both live video and the corresponding recordings can be conveniently accessed on the go. Special transcoding optimizes the video data for display on the mobile device ensuring a high frame rate at the same time. The Dallmeier App has intuitive operation including multi-touch zoom. For an optimal overview, all cameras are displayed in a list with preview images. The video resolution can be set to QCIF, CIF, 4CIF or HD. A recording and snap shot function is available both in live and playback mode. For a quick and convenient access, a personal favourites list can be created. Features - Access on live images and recordings - Clearly arranged camera list with preview images - Resolutions QCIF, CIF, 4CIF oder HD supported - Intuitive configuration and operation with multi-touch zoom - Recording and snapshot function in live and playback mode - Individual settings for operation in local networks or in the mobile network - Download counter with adjustable limit for cost control in the mobile network - Control of PTZ cameras and switching of relays and contacts - Query of system state from recording systems - User interface in English and German Compatibility - Apple iOS 9 or higher - iPhone 4s, 5, 5c, 5s, SE, 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus - iPad 2, 3, 4, mini, mini 2, mini 3, mini 4, Air, Air 2, Pro 9,7'', Pro 12,9'' Supported Recording Systems - Dallmeier SMAVIA appliances as of version 8.x.6 - Dallmeier SMAVIA appliances as of version 9.x.x Required License (Direct Access, HD video with 1 fps) - DLC - PRemote-HD (not required when accessed via a DMVC server) Required Server (Proxy Access, HD video with up to 25 fps) - DMVC Server as of version 1.0.14 - DMVC Enterprise Server as of version 1.0.14

About

OSDP Reader

This utility app supports the latest OSDP card reader version 2.2. It offers extensive mobile virtual card number settings, including Wiegand and OSDP output formats, keypad settings, and LED light customization.

Highlights
  • OSDP 2.2 support
  • Mobile virtual card number
  • Wiegand output format settings
  • OSDP output format settings
  • Keypad output format settings
  • LED light color customization
  • Backlight setting
Features
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Support the latest version 2.2 of OSDP card reader, support mobile virtual card number, multiple settings for mobile card reader, such as Wiegand output format, OSDP output format, keypad output format, mobile virtual card number setting, LED light color, backlight setting…

Screenshots

Dallmeier Mobile Video Center24 screens
OSDP Reader3 screens

Verdict

The call

Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 and OSDP Reader are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 versus OSDP Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDallmeier Mobile Video Center2OSDP Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.1 — better15
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDallmeier electronic GmbH & Co.KGSebury

In-app purchases

None

Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2

No in-app purchases

None

OSDP Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 free?
Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OSDP Reader free?
OSDP Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 or OSDP Reader have ads?
Neither Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 nor OSDP Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 or OSDP Reader?
Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 ships an update every 2 months, and OSDP Reader every 2 months. Most recently, Dallmeier Mobile Video Center2 was updated on October 26, 2026 and OSDP Reader on October 27, 2026.

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