GoStream vs Streamlabs Controller
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GoStream
This tool enables users to broadcast pre-recorded videos as live streams across multiple platforms simultaneously. Save time and resources by recording and editing one video to stream to various social media and e-commerce sites.
- Pre-recorded live streaming
- Simultaneous multi-platform broadcasting
- Supports 20+ platforms
- Time-saving functionality
- Cost-effective broadcasting
- User-friendly interface
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GoStream - The first and only free live streaming software in the world that allows pre-recorded live stream, supports broadcasting simultaneously to 20 different platforms: Facebook, YouTube, Twitch,... or e-commerce platforms: Shopee, Tiki, Lazada,... Our software brings customers 3 GREAT BENEFITS: TIME SAVING You no longer need to invest a lot of time in preparing for live streams which are then broadcasted only once to a single platform. GoStream, with multi-platform live streaming feature using pre-recorded videos, enables you to stream live simultaneously on multiple platforms, saving time for another activities. COST SAVING With the feature to stream pre-recorded video live, you just need to record and edit one single complete video and then use GoStream to broadcast it as live stream, instead of having to invest in each live stream and then use it only once like before. USER-FRIENDLY GoStream live streaming software is designed with an intuitive and easy to use interface, thus you only need to perform some simple steps to stream pre-recorded video live on Facebook, Youtube or any other platforms you want. Don’t hesitate, use GoStream now for the most professional live stream!
Streamlabs Controller
Transform your mobile device into a powerful remote for your desktop live stream. Effortlessly switch scenes, control broadcast settings, manage audio, and view chat in real-time. Eliminate the need for expensive hardware and gain greater control over your content.
- Remote stream control
- Scene switching
- Broadcast control
- Recording start/stop
- Source visibility toggle
- Audio mixer control
- Chat and event viewer
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Control your stream in Streamlab Desktop using your mobile device. Streamlabs Controller is the best hotkey system for when you stream from a computer! No more need for expensive hardware! Use your mobile phone as a remote controller to run your desktop broadcast and put even more power in your hands. Just link your device to Streamlabs Desktop using the same network that you are streaming from on your desktop or laptop and you can instantly: - Switch between scenes and scene collections - Control your broadcast - Start and stop the recording of your live stream - Toggle each and every source visibility - Mute and unmute audio sources - Precisely adjust the sound volume for your audio mixer sources - See your chats and recent events - Share your stream on social media
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Verdict
GoStream and Streamlabs Controller both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of GoStream's written reviews are positive against 27% of Streamlabs Controller's. GoStream also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). Streamlabs Controller's advantage is ratings volume (2.2K vs 606). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. GoStream sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Streamlabs Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for GoStream against 4.6 for Streamlabs Controller. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 606 and 2.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of GoStream's written reviews are positive against 27% of Streamlabs Controller's.
GoStream ships an update monthly, Streamlabs Controller every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GoStream | Streamlabs Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (606 ratings) — better | 4.6 (2.2K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 57.9% of reviews — better | 27.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 606 | 2.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GoDream | Streamlabs |
Customer experience
GoStream
Streamlabs Controller
User reviews
GoStream
From 606 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy to use
- 💡 Useful for online sellers and content creators
- 🎥 Effective livestream functionality when working
- ⭐ Good customer satisfaction when app functions properly
Room to improve
- 💳 Frequent payment and billing issues
- 🐛 Livestream ends automatically mid-stream
- 🔐 Facebook integration problems and content removal
- ❌ App frequently marked as inactive or inaccessible
- ⚠️ Misleading free vs paid features
Streamlabs Controller
From 2.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Useful for single-monitor setups
- 🚀 Seamless scene switching
- 👍 Reliable connection
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Scenes not showing up
- 🐛 Unresponsive buttons
- 🐛 Compatibility problems
Bugs and requests
GoStream
Reported bugs
9 issues- Livestream automatically ends after 1 minute
- Payment deducted but package not renewed
- App shows 'Not active' error preventing Facebook login
- Video processing fails or stops mid-stream
- Watermark appears on paid accounts
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- Unknown error messages during streaming
- App update notifications persist after updating
- Crashes on iPhone 6s and older devices
- Unwanted advertisements appearing on streams
Requested features
4 requests- Increase free livestream duration limit
- Add English language option
- Improve streaming time allowance for free accounts
- Data saving mode option
Streamlabs Controller
Reported bugs
5 issues- QR code scanner not working
- App crashing on launch
- Inability to connect to PC
- Scenes not syncing properly
- Audio controls not functioning
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to edit text on sources
- Option to use without Streamlabs OBS
- Support for more platforms (e.g. Xbox)
- Customizable button layout
- Improved chat integration
In-app purchases
GoStream
- Basic Month$3.99
- Consumable 99$4.99
- Plus Month$8.99
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- Consumable 199$9.99
- 200,000 GOC$11.99
- Pro Month$25.99
- 500,000 GOC$25.99
- Consumable 599$26.99
- 1,000,000 GOC$54.99
- Consumable VIP$299.99
Streamlabs Controller
- Monthly Ultra$34.991 Month
- Yearly Ultra$229.991 Year
Questions
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