Comparison

NDI Audio vs BEAM

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

Head to head
About

NDI Audio

Monitor low-latency NDI format IP audio streams directly on your iOS device. Discover NDI sources on your local network or add custom IP addresses for broader access. Requires a stable Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet connection for optimal performance.

Highlights
  • Monitor NDI IP audio streams
  • Discover local NDI sources
  • Add custom NDI access IPs
  • Low latency monitoring
  • Supports iOS devices
Features
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NDI Audio Monitor allows monitoring of low latency NDI format IP Audio streams on your iOS device. All NDI sources discovered on your local subnet are presented in a list to select. If you enter additional 'NDI Access' IP Addresses from other subnets into the system prefs panel for NDI Audio, those NDI sources may also be accessed. Notes: A stable WIFI connection, or a wired ethernet connection are required for smooth playback of NDI Audio Streams. Using a directional WIFI antenna and using the sweet spot of your wifi can help. If you experience glitching of audio, the problem is very likely a wifi connection which is insufficiently stable to support smooth NDI Audio to iOS - in this case please try a wired ethernet to lightning adaptor.

About

BEAM

This app offers an interactive live streaming experience where viewers can actively influence content. Streamers gain access to production tools, including multistreaming capabilities. It fosters community engagement and provides a user-friendly interface for diverse content.

Highlights
  • Viewer control for interactive content
  • Multistreaming to over 30 platforms
  • High-quality live viewing
  • Production tools for streamers
  • User-friendly interface
  • Community engagement features
Features
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BEAM: Your Gateway to Interactive Live Streaming! Experience a new dimension of interactivity and entertainment with BEAM. Designed to revolutionize the way you engage with live streams, this cutting-edge application is your one-stop destination for immersive and captivating content. Key Features: - Unprecedented Viewer Control: Take charge of your live stream experience like never before. With BEAM's unique viewer control options, you can actively participate in shaping the content. Interact with streamers in real-time, influence their actions, and even determine the direction of their streams. - Seamless Live Viewing: Enjoy smooth and high-quality live streaming on the go. BEAM ensures that you never miss a moment of your favorite content, providing a seamless viewing experience right at your fingertips. - Production Tools for Streamers: If you're a streamer, BEAM equips you with powerful production tools to elevate your content creation, including multistreaming to over 30 platforms. - User-Friendly Interface: Navigate the app effortlessly with its intuitive and user-friendly interface. Enjoy a seamless and immersive experience as you explore a world of diverse live streams across various categories. - Community Engagement: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your interests. BEAM fosters a vibrant community where viewers and streamers come together to form meaningful connections and share their passions. Get ready to embrace the future of live streaming with BEAM. Whether you're a passionate viewer seeking interactivity or a content creator looking to make an impact, this app promises an unparalleled streaming experience. Join the BEAM community and be part of the next generation of live entertainment! Privacy Policy: https://beamstream.gg/legal/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://beamstream.gg/legal/terms-of-service

Screenshots

NDI Audio1 screens
BEAM3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BEAM at Free against NDI Audio's $4.99. BEAM also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.3). NDI Audio's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, ads 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

BEAM is free to download; NDI Audio costs $4.99 up front. BEAM sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. NDI Audio asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BEAM holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 5 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
NDI Audio versus BEAM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNDI AudioBEAM
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating2.3 (4 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings45 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB12 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMark GilbertMass Luminosity

Customer experience

NDI Audio

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

BEAM

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

NDI Audio

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

BEAM

Subscriptions1
  • BEAM Premium$3.991 Month
One-time7
  • 100 Embers$1.99
  • 350 Embers - Starter Pack$4.99
  • 650 Embers$9.99
Show 4 more
  • 2,000 Embers$29.99
  • 7,000 Embers$99.99
  • 13,500 Embers$179.99
  • 35,000 Embers$449.99

Questions

Is NDI Audio free?
NDI Audio costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BEAM free?
BEAM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NDI Audio or BEAM?
BEAM is rated higher. NDI Audio averages 2.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while BEAM averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do NDI Audio or BEAM have ads?
Neither NDI Audio nor BEAM shows ads.

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