# Streamlabs vs PRISM

The clearest difference is rating: PRISM at 4.6 against Streamlabs's 3.9. PRISM also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (49% vs 29%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Streamlabs sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and PRISM sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PRISM holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 6.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Streamlabs's written reviews are positive against 49% of PRISM's.

Streamlabs ships an update every 2 weeks, PRISM fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Streamlabs | PRISM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-live-streaming-app/id1294578643/reviews) | **[4.6 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prism-live-streaming-app/id1319056339/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **6.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 29.3% of reviews | **49.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#198** |
| Size | 120 MB | 316 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +12 | 12+ |
| Developer | [Streamlabs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296663686) | [NAVER Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/311867731) |

## What reviewers say

### Streamlabs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-live-streaming-app/id1294578643)

This app allows creators to live stream mobile games or their camera feed to platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook. It offers customization options, viewer engagement tools, and the ability to receive tips. Advanced features like multistreaming and disconnect protection are available with a subscription.

**Highlights:** Stream to Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and more, Live stream mobile games, IRL streaming with front/rear cameras, Stream personalization with themes and overlays, Add alerts and widgets for viewer engagement, Receive tips from viewers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Ultra | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Ultra | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Ultra | $18.99 | per month |
| Monthly Ultra | $27.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ultra | $49.99 | per year |
| Monthly Ultra+ | $79.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ultra | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Ultra | $119.99 | per year |
| Yearly Ultra | $189.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable streaming
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Customizable overlays
- 📢 Good for IRL streaming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes/disconnections
- 🔇 Audio issues (sync, mute, quality)
- 📱 Limited mobile functionality (no screen recording, overlays)
- 🤔 Confusing settings/UI

**Reported bugs**

- Attempted to start invalid broadcast session
- Streaming stops unexpectedly
- Overlays not working as expected
- Microphone/audio issues

**Requested features**

- Add screen recording support
- Improve audio settings and quality
- Allow more customization and overlays for mobile
- Provide better tutorials and documentation


### PRISM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prism-live-streaming-app/id1319056339)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

This app enables live streaming from your smartphone, supporting camera, game casting, and VTubing. Enhance broadcasts with effects, media overlays, and real-time viewer interaction. Stream in high quality to multiple platforms simultaneously.

**Highlights:** Multiple live stream modes (camera, screen, VTuber), Screen and gameplay broadcasting, VTubing with custom or provided avatars, Account integration with major platforms, Real-time viewer chat widget, Media and web page overlays, Beauty and animated text effects, High-quality 1080p 60fps streaming

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRISM Credits Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| PRISM Plus - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| PRISM Plus - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| PRISM Plus - Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| PRISM Plus - Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| 10 PRISM Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50 PRISM Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 PRISM Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| 300 PRISM Credits | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Great for mobile streaming
- 🎨 Lots of customization options
- 💯 Reliable and stable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Security and privacy concerns
- 💰 Paid features behind paywall
- 🤔 Confusing UI/UX

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with connecting accounts and signing in
- Streaming cuts out or ends unexpectedly
- Audio desynchronization and quality problems
- Camera and screen sharing not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add support for more streaming platforms (e.g. TikTok, Instagram Live)
- Improve chat integration and visibility
- Allow custom overlays and scene editing on mobile
- Enable 60fps streaming on iOS devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Streamlabs free?

Streamlabs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PRISM free?

PRISM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Streamlabs or PRISM?

PRISM is rated higher. Streamlabs averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while PRISM averages 4.6 from 6.5K ratings.

### Do Streamlabs or PRISM have ads?

Streamlabs shows ads; PRISM does not.

### Which is updated more often, Streamlabs or PRISM?

Streamlabs ships an update every 2 weeks, and PRISM fortnightly. Most recently, Streamlabs was updated on November 11, 2026 and PRISM on November 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*