Comparison

Icefall vs Webcam for OBS

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

Head to head
About

Icefall

Broadcast audio from your iOS device to an Icecast 2 server. Configure your server and account details, then easily start streaming using your microphone.

Highlights
  • Broadcast audio to Icecast 2
  • Configure server and account info
  • Simple switch to start broadcasting
  • Microphone access for streaming
  • Network usage for broadcasting
Features
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If you deployed an Icecast 2 server, you can broadcast through your iOS device with this app! The function is very simple: configure your server and account information, then open the switch to broadcast! Note: It needs accessing to your microphone and using network.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Dual connection modes (NDI/Cable)
  • Professional camera controls
  • Easy setup with tutorials
  • Front and back camera switching
  • High-quality video streaming
  • Minimal latency
Features
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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/

Screenshots

Icefall1 screens
Webcam for OBS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Icefall at 100% against Webcam for OBS's 11%. Icefall also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Webcam for OBS's advantage is ratings volume (327 vs 3). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Webcam for OBS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Icefall asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Icefall holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Webcam for OBS has 327 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Icefall's written reviews are positive against 11% of Webcam for OBS's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Icefall versus Webcam for OBS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIcefallWebcam for OBS
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.6 (327 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better11.1% of reviews
Number of ratings3327 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer李俊 倪金红 李

Customer experience

Icefall

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Webcam for OBS

All ratings327 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral0.9%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

In-app purchases

None

Icefall

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Webcam for OBS

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited access$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Icefall free?
Icefall is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Webcam for OBS free?
Webcam for OBS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Icefall or Webcam for OBS?
Icefall is rated higher. Icefall averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Webcam for OBS averages 4.6 from 327 ratings.
Do Icefall or Webcam for OBS have ads?
Neither Icefall nor Webcam for OBS shows ads.

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