DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera vs Micstream
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
Transform your smartphone into a high-quality webcam for your PC or integrate it directly with OBS Studio. Enjoy seamless video and audio streaming over WiFi or USB, with options for HD and UHD resolutions. Ideal for streaming, video calls, and content creation.
- Use phone as PC webcam
- Direct OBS Studio integration
- WiFi and USB connections
- Up to 1080p HD and 4K UHD video
- Sound and picture included
- HW assisted coding
- Remote camera adjustment (Pro)
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FEATURES - Chat using "DroidCam Webcam" on your computer, including sound and picture (more below). - Direct OBS Studio integration with the DroidCam OBS plugin (see below). - Unlimited free usage at standard definition (640x480). - Up to 1080p Full-HD video as a PC Webcam, and up to 4K UHD as an OBS Camera. - Both WiFi and USB connections supported*. - HW assisted coding and multiple video format options. - Simple, efficient, and trusted by millions of users worldwide. PC WEBCAM – droidcam.app Get the DroidCam PC Client to use your phone as a webcam. The client is available for Windows & Linux systems, and works with Zoom, Skype, Discord, and most other programs. → Go to droidcam.app on your computer to download and install the DroidCam Client, and to learn more about usage. OBS CAMERA – droidcam.app/obs Use DroidCam directly in OBS Studio by getting the DroidCam OBS plugin, no need for a separate client! The DroidCam OBS plugin is available for Windows, Mac and Linux (Flatpak) systems, and seamlessly integrates your phone into your setup. → Go to droidcam.app/obs on your computer to download, install, and learn more about usage. Bonus: You can use the 'OBS Virtual Camera' for Zoom/Skype/Discord integration, still no need for extra client software! SIMPLE & EFFICIENT DroidCam is designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind. What you see is what you get. The app is free to use at standard definition with no time limits. You can try HD video, but will need to purchase the pro upgrade to remove watermarks. PRO FEATURES The pro upgrade includes more than just HD video. Use Ultrawide and Telephoto lenses on iPhone 11+, adjust camera remotely from the computer, remove advertising, and more. Check the in-app Upgrade and Settings pages for more. With optimized power usage and low-latency video transfer, DroidCam can replace webcams and capture cards saving you $100s. Use it for remote work, remote learning, teaching, and content creation. --- *USB connection may require additional setup. Consult droidcam.app/help for setup information. Pro Upgrade price may vary by region. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription option automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase. Terms & Privacy: https://www.dev47apps.com/droidcam-terms-privacy.html
Micstream
Transform your phone into a high-quality wireless microphone for your PC. Easily stream audio over Wi-Fi for calls, streaming, or recording without extra hardware. Enjoy clear sound with advanced noise suppression.
- Use phone as wireless PC microphone
- High-quality audio with 48 kHz/32-bit
- AI-powered noise suppression (DeepFilterNet)
- Custom Windows audio driver
- Low-latency Opus codec
- Automatic PC discovery
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Why spend money on a USB microphone? Your phone's microphone already beats most budget USB mics. Micstream makes Windows treat it like a proper hardware microphone — over Wi-Fi, with no cables and no extra hardware. NO WORKING MIC? USE YOUR PHONE Laptop mic sounds bad? Headset broken? Webcam has no sound? Use your phone instead. Micstream turns it into a wireless microphone for your PC. No Bluetooth pairing, no drivers to install on your phone. SETUP IS EASY 1. Download the Windows client from micstream.io 2. In Windows, select Micstream as your audio input device 3. Launch the app and connect to your PC over Wi-Fi 4. Start streaming! Your phone is now a standalone PC microphone — just like one you would buy in the store. WHY MICSTREAM • Save money: no need to buy an expensive standalone microphone — Micstream is free • Ultimate convenience: use your iPhone as a professional-grade PC mic • High-quality audio: crisp, clear sound for podcasts, gaming, video calls, voiceovers, and more • Custom Windows driver: works like a real hardware PC mic in any application (Zoom, Discord, OBS, Teams, games, and more) FEATURES • World-class noise suppression via DeepFilterNet • Custom Windows audio driver • Studio-quality audio — 48 kHz and 32-bit for unmatched clarity and detail • High-quality, low-latency Opus codec • Stereo recording on supported devices • Automatic PC discovery on your Wi-Fi network YOUR PHONE AS A MIC FOR EVERY APP Use your iPhone as a microphone for your PC in Zoom, Discord, Teams, Google Meet, OBS, and any game or recording software. One mic app covers video calls, streaming, podcasts, voice-overs, dictation, and speech-to-text. If it accepts a microphone input, you can stream your phone's mic to your PC. NOISE CANCELLATION BUILT IN Micstream turns your phone into a noise-cancelling microphone. It uses DeepFilterNet, a state-of-the-art AI noise filter that removes background noise like keyboard sounds, fans, and street noise in real time. Your voice stays clear. You can switch noise cancellation on or off from the desktop app. PRICING • Micstream is free — watch a short ad to stream for one hour • Micstream Pro supports the developer and removes ads and limits SUPPORTED DESKTOP SYSTEMS • Windows 10 • Windows 11 • Linux TECHNICAL DETAILS Micstream's desktop client features a tailored Windows audio driver designed for a seamless PC mic experience. 32-bit depth allows a wider dynamic range and more detail in your recordings. Audio is encoded with the Opus codec, whose low algorithmic delay (5–10 ms) makes it a perfect fit for streaming from phone to PC. Networking uses UDP on ports 37718–37720, with automatic client discovery and forward error correction against packet loss. PRIVACY POLICY https://micstream.io/privacy TERMS OF USE https://micstream.io/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Micstream at every 4 days against DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's monthly. Micstream also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 77%). DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's advantage is ratings volume (2.2K vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Micstream sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Micstream holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera has 2.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's written reviews are positive against 100% of Micstream's.
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera ships an update monthly, Micstream every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera | Micstream |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (2.2K ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 77.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | DEV47APPS | StreamDev Technologies |
Customer experience
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
Micstream
Bugs and requests
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
Reported bugs
3 issues- Camera not working or crashing on certain devices
- Connectivity issues between phone and computer
- Unexpected behavior or loss of functionality after updates
Requested features
5 requests- Add support for more advanced camera features (e.g., focus, zoom, exposure)
- Improve compatibility with a wider range of devices and operating systems
- Enhance performance and stability to reduce crashes and connection problems
- Provide more customization options for video settings and output
- Implement a more transparent and fair pricing structure
Micstream
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
- Pro Upgrade$4.991 Year
- Pro Upgrade$12.99
Micstream
- Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Pro Annual$14.991 Year
Questions
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