Comparison

Stream to Studio vs TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)

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

Head to head
About

Stream to Studio

Stream live video from your mobile device to any SRT-compatible server. Ideal for remote reporting and studio integration, it offers high-quality streaming with features like two-way communication and professional timecode sync.

Highlights
  • Live stream to SRT-compatible servers
  • Two-way audio & video communication
  • High-quality Full HD & 4K streaming
  • HEVC (H.265) support
  • Flashlight toggle
  • Professional timecode sync
Features
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Live Stream from Anywhere – Professional Mobile Reporting Stream live to any SRT-compatible server (including vMix and other SRT decoders) directly from your iOS device.  Perfect for mobile reporters, remote broadcasts, and seamless integration with your studio production. Key Features: - Easy setup - Two-Way Communication – Full audio & video feedback from the studio to the reporter (requires SRTMiniServer in your studio). - High-Quality Streaming – Supports Full HD & 4K with HEVC (H.265) for efficient bandwidth use. - Flash Button – Instantly toggle the flashlight for better lighting in the field. - Professional Timecode Sync – VITC timecode with NTP synchronization for broadcast accuracy. Perfect for: - Remote reporters & journalists - Live productions with vMix, SRT-enabled decoders, and more - Low-latency, reliable streaming via SRT Note: For two-way communication (audio & video), your studio must run SRTMiniServer.

About

TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)

This app functions as a wireless camera input for another application, allowing users to switch between live camera feeds and local media. It offers instant playback control, speed modification, and supports various resolutions and frame rates for professional video production.

Highlights
  • Wireless camera input
  • Switch between camera and local movie
  • Instant playback and speed control
  • Chroma Key for virtual studio
  • Teleprompter functionality
  • NDI compatibility
  • Support for multiple resolutions and frame rates
Features
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- Used in conjunction with TopDirector App (Download separately) as a wireless camera input - Switch between camera and local movie - Instantly playback the recording camera content or original local movie, instantly change the playback speed, instantly modify - playback in point and out point, best for real-time slow-motion playback of live sports games - Compatible both with NDI, NDI|HX H.264, NDI|HX HEVC, can be used with any other standard NDI products - 720p, 1080p, and 4K resolution. 24, 25, 30, 50, 60fps support - Purchase the Chroma Key option to build an instant virtual studio - Support the TALLY feature to mark the current PGM camera - Seamlessly embed valuable Teleprompter feature - Support local records for backup simultaneously

Screenshots

Stream to Studio2 screens
TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Stream to Studio at 5.0 against TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)'s 4.5. Stream to Studio also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (75% vs 64%). TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)'s advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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. TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Stream to Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stream to Studio holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) has 12 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Stream to Studio's written reviews are positive against 64% of TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stream to Studio ships an update every 6 weeks, TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Stream to Studio versus TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStream to StudioTopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.5 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better63.6% of reviews
Number of ratings212 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.1 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihail GaraninTopDirector Corporation

Customer experience

Stream to Studio

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral8.3%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive63.6%
Neutral9.1%
Negative27.3%

In-app purchases

None

Stream to Studio

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)

One-time6
  • Ads Banner$0.99
  • NDI(Low Latency)+Tally Prompt$4.99
  • Teleprompter$4.99
Show 3 more
  • Screen Mirroring/AirPlay$4.99
  • Movie Playback and Slow Motion$9.99
  • Chroma Key$9.99

Questions

Is Stream to Studio free?
Stream to Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) free?
TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stream to Studio or TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)?
Stream to Studio is rated higher. Stream to Studio averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) averages 4.5 from 12 ratings.
Do Stream to Studio or TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) have ads?
Neither Stream to Studio nor TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stream to Studio or TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)?
Stream to Studio ships an update every 6 weeks, and TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) every 2 months. Most recently, Stream to Studio was updated on November 3, 2026 and TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) on November 3, 2026.

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