Comparison

Camera for OBS Studio vs Mobile PA

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

Head to head
About

Camera for OBS Studio

Transform your mobile device into a high-quality webcam for streaming. Offers both wired USB and wireless WiFi connections for low latency and portability. Control your stream remotely and utilize multiple devices for a professional setup.

Highlights
  • High-quality video input
  • Wired USB and WiFi connections
  • Low latency streaming
  • Front and rear camera support
  • Tap to focus and pinch to zoom
  • Manual camera controls
  • Remote web browser control
Features
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If you've ever wanted to use your iPhone camera as a video & audio input to stream using OBS Studio, we've got you covered. We've tried all the apps that let you do it over WiFi, but they're not fast enough, so we also allow you to use a wired USB connection. The original one. QUALITY VIDEO Your iPhone/iPad camera's are good, really good. In fact, there’s no comparison between the highly recommended streaming webcam, the Logitech C922 HD Pro and the iPhone 6 Camera. Stream Landscape or Portrait video. AUDIO If you don't have a separate mic for your streaming setup, you can now use the microphone on your iOS device to stream audio & video. FRONT CAMERA Stream a selfie with the front camera support. Switch anytime during the stream with the familiar camera switch button. TAP TO FOCUS, PINCH TO ZOOM Controls just like you're used to from the Camera app. MANUAL CONTROLS Take control of the focus, exposure, white balance as you would on a manual DSLR camera. LOW LATENCY Stream video over a wired USB connection. This avoids the issue of delay over wifi, as many other solutions suffer from. This is just as fast as a USB webcam! USB & WIFI Choose the connection type. If you want low latency, use USB, if you'd like portability then use WiFi. WiFi is done using the NewTek™ NDI® protocol, so you can use Camera for OBS Studio with any NewTek™ NDI® compatible receiver. REMOTE CONTROL Control the app from your web browser on your computer. No need to have access to the device anymore to line up that shot perfectly. MULTIPLE DEVICES If you're lucky enough to own multiple iOS devices, use them together and produce a multi-camera stream. MAC AND PC Supports OBS Studio running on macOS and Windows. You will need to install the OBS Studio iOS Camera Plugin from our website, or use an NDI compatible receiver to use this app. For the best possible experience make sure your device is listed on our website https://obs.camera/docs/faqs/#what-ios-hardware-do-i-need MORE Subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless automatic renewal 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 your subscriptions and automatic renewal status in Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Price may vary by location. Terms & Conditions/EULA: https://obs.camera/docs/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://obs.camera/docs/privacy-policy/

About

Mobile PA

Features
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Welcome to Mobile PA – your essential tool for managing client information and financial plans with ease. With Mobile PA, you can: 1. Quickly access client details: Personalize your services by having all your clients' information at your fingertips. 2. Stay organized with reminders: Keep track of important dates such as plan expirations, birthdays, and other key events, ensuring you never miss an opportunity to connect. 3. Boost productivity and efficiency: Streamline your workflow and focus on what matters most – building and maintaining strong client relationships. 4. Integrate data seamlessly: Combine information from over 20 platforms into one convenient mobile application. Experience a new level of productivity and client care with Mobile PA. Mobile PA application is fully powered by Sphere Sync, your premier destination for comprehensive data compiling solutions. At Sphere Sync, we specialize in gathering, analyzing, and harnessing data to empower your business decisions. With a keen focus on accuracy, efficiency, and innovation, we pride ourselves on delivering tailored data collection services to meet the unique needs of our clients. Utilizing cutting-edge technology and advanced methodologies, we ensure the highest quality data collection across various industries and domains. Experience unparalleled reliability, accuracy, and efficiency in data collection, tailored specifically to your requirements. Together, let's embark on a journey towards maximizing the value of your data and achieving your business objectives.

Screenshots

Camera for OBS Studio4 screens
Mobile PA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mobile PA at none against Camera for OBS Studio's 10. Camera for OBS Studio's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 13 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Camera for OBS Studio sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Mobile PA asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Camera for OBS Studio ships an update every 2 weeks, Mobile PA every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Camera for OBS Studio versus Mobile PA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamera for OBS StudioMobile PA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews39.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB33 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperLoft Labs Interactive IncSphere Sync Sdn Bhd

Bugs and requests

Camera for OBS Studio

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incompatible with older iPhones
  • Frequent disconnections
  • Video quality issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for iPhone 11 wide-angle lens
  • Ability to use iPhone microphone
  • Virtual webcam functionality

Mobile PA

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Camera for OBS Studio

Subscriptions7
  • 1 month$4.991 Month
  • 1 month2 variants$10.991 Month
  • 1 month$11.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • 1 year$18.991 Year
  • 1 year$24.991 Year
  • 1 year$34.991 Year
  • 1 year$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$69.99
  • Lifetime Premium$99.99
None

Mobile PA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Camera for OBS Studio free?
Camera for OBS Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mobile PA free?
Mobile PA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Camera for OBS Studio or Mobile PA have ads?
Neither Camera for OBS Studio nor Mobile PA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Camera for OBS Studio or Mobile PA?
Camera for OBS Studio ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mobile PA every 13 months. Most recently, Camera for OBS Studio was updated on October 18, 2026 and Mobile PA on October 2, 2026.

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