Larix Screencaster vs Webcam for OBS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Larix Screencaster
This app enables live streaming of your device's screen content to various platforms and media servers. It supports multiple protocols like RTMP, SRT, and WebRTC, with advanced features for adaptive bitrate and multiple simultaneous connections.
- RTMP/RTMPS streaming
- SRT streaming (Caller, Listener, Rendezvous)
- WebRTC via WHIP signaling
- HEVC over RTMP
- Zixi protocol support
- Multiple simultaneous connections
- Adaptive bitrate streaming
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Stream your iPhone or iPad screen live - to any platform, server, or production switcher. No capture card, no desktop, no external hardware required. Stream mobile gameplay to Twitch or Kick, share your screen during live sessions, or feed a remote production via SRT or Zixi - Larix Screencaster turns your screen into a live broadcast source. PROTOCOLS SRT (Caller, Listener, Rendezvous modes), RTMP/RTMPS, WebRTC/WHIP, Zixi, RTSP/RTSPS, and RIST. Stream to any media server or platform that accepts these inputs. VIDEO ENCODING H.264/AVC and H.265/HEVC encoding. HEVC over RTMP via Enhanced RTMP spec. Adaptive bitrate streaming (ABR) with logarithmic descent and ladder ascent modes. Variable FPS option for bandwidth-constrained networks. MULTISTREAM Stream to up to 3 destinations simultaneously - Twitch, YouTube, Nimble Streamer, Wowza, or any custom server. Multiple connection profiles supported. PLATFORMS AND SERVERS Works with Twitch, Kick, YouTube Live, Facebook Live, and any RTMP-capable platform. Server support includes Nimble Streamer, Wowza, Red5, Flussonic, Dacast, Akamai, and Limelight CDN. LARIX PREMIUM - $9.99/month Removes the 5-minute time limit. Full unlimited streaming to any destination. Also activatable via Larix Tuner license. Learn more: https://softvelum.com/larix/premium/ RESOURCES Documentation: https://softvelum.com/larix/docs/ Setup video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-A4yspoaBQ Larix Screencaster uses Apple's Standard License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Webcam for OBS
Turn your phone into a high-quality webcam for OBS Studio. Offers dual connection modes, professional controls, and easy setup for streaming, recording, or video conferencing. Elevate your content with the camera you already own.
- Dual connection modes (NDI/Cable)
- Professional camera controls
- Easy setup with tutorials
- Front and back camera switching
- High-quality video streaming
- Minimal latency
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DISCLAIMER: This app is not in any way affiliated with OBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software). It's an unofficial third-party application that turns your mobile device into a camera source for OBS Studio streaming. Transform your iPhone into a professional camera source for OBS Studio. Whether you're streaming, recording, or video conferencing, our app delivers high-quality video with minimal latency. Key Features: • Dual Connection Modes: Connect wirelessly via NDI technology or directly through a cable for ultra-low latency • Professional Controls: Adjust zoom, exposure, and more during your stream • Easy Setup: Simple interface with guided tutorials for seamless integration • Front & Back Camera: Switch between cameras with a single tap • High-Quality Video: Stream in high resolution for professional-looking content Perfect for content creators, gamers, teachers, and professionals who need reliable camera solutions for their OBS Studio setup. Elevate your streams, tutorials, and presentations with the camera you already own. No complex equipment needed – just your iPhone and OBS Studio. Download now and start streaming like a pro! Subscription required to access core connection features: 'Wireless NDI Connection' and 'Cable Connection Mode' are available exclusively with a premium subscription. This app is using the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Webcam for OBS at 4.6 against Larix Screencaster's 2.8. Webcam for OBS also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (328 vs 18). Larix Screencaster's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (25% vs 11%). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Larix Screencaster sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Webcam for OBS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Webcam for OBS holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Webcam for OBS has 328 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of Larix Screencaster's written reviews are positive against 11% of Webcam for OBS's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Larix Screencaster ships an update every 2 months, Webcam for OBS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Larix Screencaster | Webcam for OBS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (18 ratings) | 4.6 (328 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews — better | 11.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 18 | 328 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Furtree Systems, Inc. | 金红 李 |
Customer experience
Larix Screencaster
Webcam for OBS
In-app purchases
Larix Screencaster
- Screencaster Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- Screencaster Premium Yearly$119.001 Year
Webcam for OBS
- Unlimited access$4.997 Days
- Unlimited access$24.991 Year
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