# Streamlabs Controller vs StreamCot

The clearest difference is rating: Streamlabs Controller at 4.6 against StreamCot's 3.0. Streamlabs Controller also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (28% vs 0%). StreamCot's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Streamlabs Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month and StreamCot sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Streamlabs Controller holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Streamlabs Controller has 2.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Streamlabs Controller's written reviews are positive against 0% of StreamCot's.

Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, StreamCot every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Streamlabs Controller | StreamCot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-controller/id1476615877/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamcot-live-streaming-app/id1643296988/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **28.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 72 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.1.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Streamlabs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296663686) | [CodeCornerApps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1643296990) |

## What reviewers say

### Streamlabs Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlabs-controller/id1476615877)

Transform your mobile device into a powerful remote for your desktop live stream. Effortlessly switch scenes, control broadcast settings, manage audio, and view chat in real-time. Eliminate the need for expensive hardware and gain greater control over your content.

**Highlights:** Remote stream control, Scene switching, Broadcast control, Recording start/stop, Source visibility toggle, Audio mixer control, Chat and event viewer

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Ultra | $34.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ultra | $229.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote control
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Useful for single-monitor setups
- 🚀 Seamless scene switching
- 👍 Reliable connection

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Scenes not showing up
- 🐛 Unresponsive buttons
- 🐛 Compatibility problems

**Reported bugs**

- QR code scanner not working
- App crashing on launch
- Inability to connect to PC
- Scenes not syncing properly
- Audio controls not functioning

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit text on sources
- Option to use without Streamlabs OBS
- Support for more platforms (e.g. Xbox)
- Customizable button layout
- Improved chat integration


### StreamCot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamcot-live-streaming-app/id1643296988)

This app allows users to broadcast high-quality live streams in 4K to platforms like YouTube and Facebook. It offers features like Picture-in-Picture, custom overlays, and adaptive networking to enhance engagement and brand growth. It also includes a failsafe stream backup and in-app live chat for seamless broadcasting.

**Highlights:** 4K live streaming to YouTube and Facebook, Picture-in-Picture for enhanced engagement, Customizable overlays for branding, Failsafe stream backup with StreamCot Relay, In-app live chat integration, Adaptive networking for stable streams, Advanced camera controls and stabilization

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium | $29.99 | per month |
| Elite | $39.99 | per month |
| Basic | $199.99 | per year |
| Premium | $299.99 | per year |
| Elite | $399.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Streamlabs Controller free?

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

### Is StreamCot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Streamlabs Controller or StreamCot?

Streamlabs Controller is rated higher. Streamlabs Controller averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while StreamCot averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Streamlabs Controller or StreamCot have ads?

StreamCot shows ads; Streamlabs Controller does not.

### Which is updated more often, Streamlabs Controller or StreamCot?

Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, and StreamCot every 8 days. Most recently, Streamlabs Controller was updated on October 1, 2026 and StreamCot on September 29, 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.*