Comparison

VideoHubControl vs NDI HX Camera

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

Head to head
About

VideoHubControl

Remotely control Blackmagic Smart Videohub, Compact Videohub, Micro Videohub, and other Blackmagic VideoHubs. Save and load custom presets for quick access to your video routing configurations.

Highlights
  • Remote control for Blackmagic VideoHubs
  • Supports Smart, Compact, and Micro models
  • Add and manage multiple Video Hubs
  • Save and load custom presets
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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This app is designed for remote control of matrix video hub Blackmagic Smart Videohub, Compact Videohub, Micro Videohub, and other Blackmagic VideoHub’s. Add your video Hubs, save and load presets

About

NDI HX Camera

Transform your smartphone into an HD IP camera for professional video production. Stream high-quality video in real-time to OBS, NDI systems, and other compatible software. Ideal for content creators, journalists, and live event broadcasters seeking a portable and integrated solution.

Highlights
  • Real-time NDI streaming
  • HD IP camera functionality
  • OBS and NDI compatibility
  • High-definition video capture
  • User-friendly interface
  • Efficient local network use
Features
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Transform your smartphone into a powerful broadcasting tool with our innovative app, designed to seamlessly integrate your mobile device into any professional video production setup. Ideal for journalists, content creators, and live event broadcasters, our app turns your smartphone into an HD IP camera, delivering high-quality video streams directly to OBS, NDI systems, and other NDI-compatible software or hardware. Key Features: Real-Time NDI Streaming: Convert your phone’s camera into a high-quality NDI camera, enabling real-time video streaming over local networks with minimal latency. Versatile Compatibility: Whether you're using OBS Camera for live streaming, incorporating footage into Larix Broadcaster setups, or managing streams with IP Cam Controller, our app ensures compatibility and ease of integration. Advanced Capture Technologies: Experience professional-grade capture NDI with features tailored for both NDI camera systems and standard IP webcam functionalities. High Definition Streaming: Supports HD-IPCam standards and Webcams HD to deliver crystal-clear video content, ensuring your streams look professional on all broadcasting platforms. Efficient Local Network Use: Optimized for IPCam Lite environments and designed to work flawlessly in limited bandwidth scenarios, providing a robust solution for IP camera streaming. User-Friendly Interface: Simple setup and an intuitive user interface allow you to start streaming instantly, turning your device into an IP webcam or a comprehensive IP cam controller with just a few taps. This app is perfect for users looking to extend the capabilities of their mobile devices, offering a portable, high-quality video solution that integrates smoothly with existing broadcasting technologies. Whether it's streaming a live concert, reporting from the field, or creating content from your home studio, our app ensures your video captures are seamless and professional. This app is using the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/ internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

VideoHubControl4 screens
NDI HX Camera3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: NDI HX Camera at Free against VideoHubControl's $9.99. NDI HX Camera also leads on ratings volume (507 vs 33). VideoHubControl's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 11%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

NDI HX Camera is free to download; VideoHubControl costs $9.99 up front. VideoHubControl sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and NDI HX Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VideoHubControl holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NDI HX Camera has 507 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of VideoHubControl's written reviews are positive against 11% of NDI HX Camera's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VideoHubControl ships an update every 2 months, NDI HX Camera every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
VideoHubControl versus NDI HX Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideoHubControlNDI HX Camera
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (33 ratings) — better4.4 (507 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better10.6% of reviews
Number of ratings33507 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander Омelchuk新雨 李

Customer experience

VideoHubControl

All ratings33 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral6.1%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative16.7%

NDI HX Camera

All ratings507 ratings
Positive84.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive10.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative84.8%

Bugs and requests

VideoHubControl

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NDI HX Camera

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App times out or freezes after 5-20 minutes of use
  • Black screen or no video output despite connection
  • Settings gear icon doesn't respond to taps
  • App crashes and locks up device requiring restart
  • Audio not working on iPhone 15 Pro
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  • NDI signal not detected by receiving software
  • Incompatibility with iPad display scaling
  • App frozen on startup with no button response
  • Video stream stalls periodically

Requested features

8 requests
  • FPS and codec customization options
  • Resolution and quality control settings
  • Audio transmission support
  • Remote zoom control via device remote
  • Screen mirroring capability (not just camera)
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  • iPad full-screen support
  • Lower resolution options below 1080p30
  • Better documentation of paid vs free features

In-app purchases

2 purchases

VideoHubControl

One-time2
  • Lock and Unlock Outputs$0.99
  • Saving and loading Presets$1.99
4 purchases

NDI HX Camera

Subscriptions4
  • Unlimited access$4.991 Month
  • Unlimited access$9.993 Months
  • Unlimited access$14.996 Months
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  • Unlimited access$19.991 Year

Questions

Is VideoHubControl free?
VideoHubControl costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is NDI HX Camera free?
NDI HX Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, VideoHubControl or NDI HX Camera?
VideoHubControl is rated higher. VideoHubControl averages 4.6 out of 5 from 33 ratings, while NDI HX Camera averages 4.4 from 507 ratings.
Do VideoHubControl or NDI HX Camera have ads?
Neither VideoHubControl nor NDI HX Camera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VideoHubControl or NDI HX Camera?
VideoHubControl ships an update every 2 months, and NDI HX Camera every 5 months. Most recently, VideoHubControl was updated on October 22, 2026 and NDI HX Camera on October 19, 2026.

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