# TouchDirector Mini vs DirectorMonitor

The clearest difference is price: DirectorMonitor at Free against TouchDirector Mini's $30.99. TouchDirector Mini's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On review sentiment, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

DirectorMonitor is free to download; TouchDirector Mini costs $30.99 up front. DirectorMonitor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. TouchDirector Mini asks for nothing beyond the download.

TouchDirector Mini ships an update monthly, DirectorMonitor every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TouchDirector Mini | DirectorMonitor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $30.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchdirector-mini/id1501018263/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **3** | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 72 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LiveSkills Menssen & Ebelt GbR](https://appshunter.io/developer/1142401065) | [Odeon Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/304855629) |

## What reviewers say

### TouchDirector Mini

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchdirector-mini/id1501018263)

Control your ATEM switcher with a broadcast panel-style interface. Manage audio, playback, auxiliary outputs, DVEs, and more. Create and animate complex multi-PIP compositions with real-time macro generation for smooth visual effects.

**Highlights:** Broadcast panel-style ATEM control, Audio and HyperDeck playback control, Auxiliary output management, SuperSource/DVEK animation with real-time macros, Multi-PIP composition saving and loading, Streaming setup and data rate monitoring, Macro management and execution

**In-app purchases:** none


### DirectorMonitor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/directormonitor/id1542256662)

This app provides comprehensive monitoring and control for BlackMagic Design ATEM Mini video switchers. It allows users to view multi-view, program/preview outputs, and control primary and macro buttons, with advanced customization options for a streamlined workflow.

**Highlights:** Control ATEM Mini primary and macro buttons, View ATEM MultiView, Program/Preview outputs, Control ATEM Mini via MultiView panes, Full HomeKit switch control, Customizable control board, Configure multiple ATEM Minis, Manage ATEM storage and HyperDeck playback

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DirectorMonitor | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TouchDirector Mini free?

TouchDirector Mini costs $30.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is DirectorMonitor free?

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

### Do TouchDirector Mini or DirectorMonitor have ads?

Neither TouchDirector Mini nor DirectorMonitor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TouchDirector Mini or DirectorMonitor?

TouchDirector Mini ships an update monthly, and DirectorMonitor every 5 weeks. Most recently, TouchDirector Mini was updated on October 3, 2026 and DirectorMonitor on October 5, 2026.

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