Comparison

Streamlabs Controller vs BeerReal!

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

Head to head
About

Streamlabs Controller

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
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Control your stream in Streamlab Desktop using your mobile device. Streamlabs Controller is the best hotkey system for when you stream from a computer! No more need for expensive hardware! Use your mobile phone as a remote controller to run your desktop broadcast and put even more power in your hands. Just link your device to Streamlabs Desktop using the same network that you are streaming from on your desktop or laptop and you can instantly: - Switch between scenes and scene collections - Control your broadcast - Start and stop the recording of your live stream - Toggle each and every source visibility - Mute and unmute audio sources - Precisely adjust the sound volume for your audio mixer sources - See your chats and recent events - Share your stream on social media

About

BeerReal!

Features
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BeerReal is the social app for going out. Snap a photo, log your drinks, and share your night, all in one place. Post your night Capture dual-camera photos (front and back) at bars, clubs, and restaurants Track your drinks Log beers, cocktails, shots, wine, and more as the night goes on Contribution grid See your nightlife activity over the past year at a glance Social feed Add friends, react with emojis, and comment on posts Group outings Plan bar crawls and track stops with your crew Weekly recaps Relive your best moments from the week Share your stats Show off your nights out with easy sharing Your nights out, remembered.

Screenshots

Streamlabs Controller4 screens
BeerReal!4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BeerReal! at none against Streamlabs Controller's 2. BeerReal! also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 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. Streamlabs Controller sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month. BeerReal! asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, BeerReal! every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Streamlabs Controller versus BeerReal!: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStreamlabs ControllerBeerReal!
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB31 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperStreamlabsAsray Gopa

Bugs and requests

Streamlabs Controller

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

BeerReal!

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Streamlabs Controller

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Ultra$34.991 Month
  • Yearly Ultra$229.991 Year
None

BeerReal!

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Streamlabs Controller free?
Streamlabs Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BeerReal! free?
BeerReal! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Streamlabs Controller or BeerReal! have ads?
Neither Streamlabs Controller nor BeerReal! shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Streamlabs Controller or BeerReal!?
Streamlabs Controller ships an update every 2 months, and BeerReal! every 2 days. Most recently, Streamlabs Controller was updated on September 22, 2026 and BeerReal! on September 11, 2026.

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