ApowerMirror vs DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ApowerMirror
Cast your phone's screen to a computer or Smart TV with audio. Control your phone from another device or PC using your mouse and keyboard. Stream up to four devices simultaneously for gaming, presentations, or watching videos on a larger display.
- Mirror phone to computer and vice versa
- Cast phone to TV
- Mirror and control phone from another phone
- Control iPhone/iPad from PC
- Screen sharing between different networks (AirCast)
- Simultaneous streaming of 4 devices
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ApowerMirror is a screen mirroring app that can be used to cast phone to computer or Smart TV (TV box) with audio. It allows you to mirror&control phone from another phone freely, and you can remotely control iPhone&iPad from computer with your mouse and keyboard. Moreover, 4 devices can be streamed simultaneously without delay. ApowerMirror also performs well when streaming videos, photos and documents saved on your phone in a business meeting. ==Key Features== • Mirror Phone to computer and Vice Versa Screen sharing on the computer makes it possible to get a better video experience by watching movies from YouTube and Netflix on a bigger screen. Whether you’re playing PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty Mobile, Free Fire, Clash Royale, Pokemon GO, or any other mobile game, the app makes it easy to share gameplay with your fans during live streaming. Besides, controlling PC from phone is no longer a difficult thing. • Cast Phone to TV ApowerMirror supports screen mirroring or casting a variety of file types (including videos, pictures, and music) from phone to TV or other DLNA device. Save your eyes from the small phone screen and enjoy big screen TV series shows in the family area now. • Mirror&Control Phone from Phone ApowerMirror is also a good screen mirroring app to mirror phone to phone. You can also control the phone from another phone using ApowerMirror to watch videos and movies with your friends and share your files with your audience more efficiently. For classroom set-up, the wireless screen mirroring can introduce new ways for instructors, students, teams, and meeting groups to communicate their ideas and collaborate on projects. • Control iPhone/iPad from PC You can take full control of your iPhone/iPad device, without cables, just need to connect to PC via Bluetooth, to do whatever you want to do on your iPhone/iPad freely, ex, play games, open an app, check the phone status and send messages from WhatsApp. • Screen Sharing Between Different Networks This advanced feature is AirCast! It allows screen mirroring between devices that cannot be connected to the same network. If you use AirCast, even if you are located in different places and on different network connections, you can share the screen with each other. This can be used to mirror phone to phone, cast phone to PC, and stream PC to phone. ==Suitable for Various Screen Mirroring Occasions== * Personal use * Business meeting * Online class /Education * Live streaming from Youtube, Twitch, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok etc * Movies/Sports video mirroring * Presentation * Work from home ...... ==Quick Guide== 1. Connect your phone and computer/TV to the same WiFi network. 2. Install and run this screen casting app( ApowerMirror) on your phone and computer/TV. 3. On your iPhone, open the Control Center and then tap "Screen Mirroring". Select the name of "Apowersoft + your device" and then your phone screen will successfully be mirrored. If you want to mirror the devices from different networks, you can try the USB connection or AirCast. ==Supported Devices== 1. Windows & Mac 2. iPhone & iPad 3. Smart TV: Sony, Sharp, Philips, Hisense, Skyworth, Xiaomi, LG etc. 4. Devices with built-in DLNA or AirPlay protocol. Some projectors and car screens. Start using your favorite mouse and keyboard to take full control of phone from the computer right now! Feedback: 1. Contact us at support@apowersoft.com 2. Send feedback from "Settings" > "Feedback" on the ApowerMirror desktop program. 3. Discord: https://discord.gg/dK7y8Sf3Re
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
Transform your smartphone into a high-quality webcam for your PC or integrate it directly with OBS Studio. Enjoy seamless video and audio streaming over WiFi or USB, with options for HD and UHD resolutions. Ideal for streaming, video calls, and content creation.
- Use phone as PC webcam
- Direct OBS Studio integration
- WiFi and USB connections
- Up to 1080p HD and 4K UHD video
- Sound and picture included
- HW assisted coding
- Remote camera adjustment (Pro)
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FEATURES - Chat using "DroidCam Webcam" on your computer, including sound and picture (more below). - Direct OBS Studio integration with the DroidCam OBS plugin (see below). - Unlimited free usage at standard definition (640x480). - Up to 1080p Full-HD video as a PC Webcam, and up to 4K UHD as an OBS Camera. - Both WiFi and USB connections supported*. - HW assisted coding and multiple video format options. - Simple, efficient, and trusted by millions of users worldwide. PC WEBCAM – droidcam.app Get the DroidCam PC Client to use your phone as a webcam. The client is available for Windows & Linux systems, and works with Zoom, Skype, Discord, and most other programs. → Go to droidcam.app on your computer to download and install the DroidCam Client, and to learn more about usage. OBS CAMERA – droidcam.app/obs Use DroidCam directly in OBS Studio by getting the DroidCam OBS plugin, no need for a separate client! The DroidCam OBS plugin is available for Windows, Mac and Linux (Flatpak) systems, and seamlessly integrates your phone into your setup. → Go to droidcam.app/obs on your computer to download, install, and learn more about usage. Bonus: You can use the 'OBS Virtual Camera' for Zoom/Skype/Discord integration, still no need for extra client software! SIMPLE & EFFICIENT DroidCam is designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind. What you see is what you get. The app is free to use at standard definition with no time limits. You can try HD video, but will need to purchase the pro upgrade to remove watermarks. PRO FEATURES The pro upgrade includes more than just HD video. Use Ultrawide and Telephoto lenses on iPhone 11+, adjust camera remotely from the computer, remove advertising, and more. Check the in-app Upgrade and Settings pages for more. With optimized power usage and low-latency video transfer, DroidCam can replace webcams and capture cards saving you $100s. Use it for remote work, remote learning, teaching, and content creation. --- *USB connection may require additional setup. Consult droidcam.app/help for setup information. Pro Upgrade price may vary by region. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription option automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase. Terms & Privacy: https://www.dev47apps.com/droidcam-terms-privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera at 4.6 against ApowerMirror's 2.8. DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 40%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). ApowerMirror's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. ApowerMirror sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.1K and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of ApowerMirror's written reviews are positive against 77% of DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's.
ApowerMirror ships an update every 6 weeks, DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ApowerMirror | DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (2.1K ratings) | 4.6 (2.3K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 40.3% of reviews | 77.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2.1K | 2.3K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 123 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Apowersoft Limited | DEV47APPS |
Customer experience
ApowerMirror
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
User reviews
ApowerMirror
From 2.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Instant mirroring
- 💡 Versatile screen mirroring capabilities
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Good for presentations and demos
- 👍 Works well for recording mobile content
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with accessing user data
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
From 2.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ✨ Works as intended
- 🔍 Clear, concise, and accurate camera
- 💻 Easy to set up and use
- 🎥 Good quality video and image
- 🤝 Affordable and worth the price
Room to improve
- 💰 Unexpected pricing changes
- 🐛 Crashes, freezes, and connection issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🚫 Incompatibility with certain devices/OS
- 🔍 Limited camera controls and features
Bugs and requests
ApowerMirror
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes on launch
- Mirroring freezes or stops working
- Incompatibility with certain devices/OSes
Requested features
4 requests- Landscape mode support
- Ability to control mobile device from PC
- Improved audio sync
- Longer free trial period
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
Reported bugs
3 issues- Camera not working or crashing on certain devices
- Connectivity issues between phone and computer
- Unexpected behavior or loss of functionality after updates
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for more advanced camera features (e.g., focus, zoom, exposure)
- Improve compatibility with a wider range of devices and operating systems
- Enhance performance and stability to reduce crashes and connection problems
- Provide more customization options for video settings and output
- Implement a more transparent and fair pricing structure
In-app purchases
ApowerMirror
- ApowerMirror Personal(Monthly)$19.991 Month
- 傲软投屏个人版(季度订阅)$29.993 Months
- ApowerMirror Personal (Yearly)$39.991 Year
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- Personal 2 Years (Buy 1 get 1)$49.991 Year
- 360 minutes$3.99
- Quarterly VIP$8.99
- Yearly VIP$12.99
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- 900 minutes$12.99
- 1800 minutes$20.99
- Monthly VIP$29.99
- Yearly VIP$40.99
- Buy 3yr membership, get 3 free$59.99
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
- Pro Upgrade$4.991 Year
- Pro Upgrade$12.99
Questions
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