Comparison

UpStream Studio vs OBS HUB

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

Head to head
About

UpStream Studio

This software enables users to create professional-quality video content for direct streaming to popular platforms. It offers scene customization, picture-in-picture capabilities, and audio management for individual inputs. Network and broadcast settings are also manageable within the application.

Highlights
  • Direct streaming to CDN platforms
  • Preview window for selected scenes
  • 8 customizable scenes
  • Picture-in-picture display
  • Audio management for individual inputs
  • Stream broadcast settings management
Features
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IOGEAR UpStream Studio™ Video Production Software FOR USE WITH THE IOGEAR UPSTREAM PRO VIDEO PRODUCTION SWITCH (GUV303) Create flawless, professional-quality content with UpStream Studio - Stream directly to any CDN platform (Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, etc.) -Preview window for selected scene ensures you are never caught off guard by next scene -Easily transition between 8 customizable scenes (text/image overlays, PIP, and layout) -Allows for picture-in picture display -Adjust sound output of individual inputs with Audio Management -Manage network and stream broadcast settings

About

OBS HUB

Features
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OBS Hub — Live Production Controller Take control of your live production from anywhere in the room. OBS Hub is a professional remote control surface for OBS Studio, designed for church AV teams, live event operators, and broadcast technicians who need reliable, responsive control without being tethered to a computer. Scene Control Switch scenes instantly, monitor your program output live, and manage studio mode transitions — all from your phone. PTZ Camera Control Pan, tilt, zoom, and recall presets on your PTZ cameras directly from the app. Save custom positions for quick recall during live events. Audio Management Mute, unmute, and adjust volume levels on any audio source. Monitor filters and manage which sources are visible to keep your workspace clean. Stream & Record Start, stop, and monitor your stream and recording with live timers and status indicators. Built for Real Production Works entirely on your local network — no internet required Connects directly to OBS Studio via WebSocket Per-connection settings for multiple venues Designed for volunteers and professionals alike Requirements OBS Studio with WebSocket Server enabled (Tools → WebSocket Server Settings) Same local network as your OBS machine Port 4455 open (default OBS WebSocket port)

Screenshots

OBS HUB4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: OBS HUB at 3 against UpStream Studio's 1. UpStream Studio's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UpStream Studio ships an update every 3 months, OBS HUB every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
UpStream Studio versus OBS HUB: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUpStream StudioOBS HUB
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size245 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIOGEAR, Inc.Stanley Stradling

In-app purchases

None

UpStream Studio

No in-app purchases

None

OBS HUB

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is UpStream Studio free?
UpStream Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OBS HUB free?
OBS HUB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do UpStream Studio or OBS HUB have ads?
Neither UpStream Studio nor OBS HUB shows ads.
Which is updated more often, UpStream Studio or OBS HUB?
UpStream Studio ships an update every 3 months, and OBS HUB every 2 months. Most recently, UpStream Studio was updated on September 28, 2026 and OBS HUB on October 10, 2026.

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