# Streamlabs vs C2 Live

The clearest difference is rating: C2 Live at 4.7 against Streamlabs's 3.9. C2 Live also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 29%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Streamlabs sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and C2 Live sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

C2 Live holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 1.9K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Streamlabs's written reviews are positive against 67% of C2 Live's.

Streamlabs ships an update every 2 weeks, C2 Live fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Streamlabs | C2 Live |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-live-streaming-app/id1294578643/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c2-live-live-streaming/id6520394603/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 29.2% of reviews | **67.1% 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 | #194 | **#137** |
| Size | 105 MB | 315 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Streamlabs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296663686) | [C2 Capital Group, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1755998256) |

## What reviewers say

### Streamlabs

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

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

This app enables creators to broadcast live video from their mobile devices to various platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook. Stream mobile games or your camera feed, customize your stream with themes and widgets, and engage with viewers through alerts. Monetize your content with tips and ensure stream stability with advanced features.

**Highlights:** Stream to multiple platforms, Live stream mobile games, IRL camera streaming, Stream customization with themes, Add alerts and widgets, Collect viewer tips, Disconnect protection

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| 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 | $149.99 | 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


### C2 Live

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/c2-live-live-streaming/id6520394603)

**Currently charting:** #137 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

This platform enables users to broadcast live, connect with a global audience, and earn income through virtual gifts and competitions. It offers features like co-streaming, real-time chat, and community building for creators and fans.

**Highlights:** Go live and share your world, Stream with up to three guests, Connect with a global community, Compete in battles and challenges, Earn through virtual gifts, Join or create an agency

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 500 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Love Bomb | $9.99 | one-time |
| Heart Multiplier 2X | $9.99 | one-time |
| Spotlight | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Love Bomb 500k | $19.99 | one-time |
| Heart Multiplier 5X | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3700 coins | $24.99 | one-time |
| Love Bomb 1M | $29.99 | one-time |
| 16500 coins | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Best Live Streaming Community
- 👍 Fun and Nice People
- 🤩 Awesome App to Network and Date
- 🤩 Potential

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires Email Registration and Collects ID Data
- 🚫 Censors Users Who Don't Spend Money
- 🤬 Fosters Favoritism, Toxicity, and Drama
- 💰 Unfair Policies and Delayed Payouts
- 🚫 Uneven Playing Field for Male Streamers

**Reported bugs**

- Sign-up Error Messages
- Streaming Interferes with Internet Connection

**Requested features**

- Guest Boxes for Streamers to Interact with Viewers
- Ability to See Followed Streamers in One Place
- Ability to See Top Gifters in Live Streams
- Ability to Send Messages to Viewers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Streamlabs free?

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

### Is C2 Live free?

C2 Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Streamlabs or C2 Live?

C2 Live is rated higher. Streamlabs averages 3.9 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while C2 Live averages 4.7 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do Streamlabs or C2 Live have ads?

Streamlabs shows ads; C2 Live does not.

### Which is updated more often, Streamlabs or C2 Live?

Streamlabs ships an update every 2 weeks, and C2 Live fortnightly. Most recently, Streamlabs was updated on September 26, 2026 and C2 Live on September 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Streamlabs or C2 Live?

Streamlabs currently peaks at #194 in the App Store charts, and C2 Live at #137. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*