Comparison

Stream to Studio vs OMTake

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

OMTake

Features
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OMTake is the first iOS app to stream live video and audio using the OMT (Open Media Transport) protocol — the open-source alternative to NDI developed by vMix/StudioCoast. Connect your iPhone as a wireless camera source to vMix or any OMT-compatible receiver on your local network. No additional hardware needed. STREAMING - HD, UHD, and 4K resolution support - 24 to 60 fps depending on resolution - Selectable encoding quality (LQ/MQ/HQ) with live hot-switch - Audio capture with one-tap mute CAMERA - Multi-lens zoom with 0.5x, 1x, 2x presets and smooth pinch zoom - Front and back camera support - Tap to focus and expose - Automatic lens switching via virtual multi-camera devices PRODUCTION - Tally indicator (program/preview) with on-screen border and torch feedback - Configurable source name visible on your switcher - Corner brackets framing the 16:9 image area - Icons rotate for landscape use while layout stays locked RELIABILITY - Thermal management with automatic quality downgrade - Auto-stop protection at critical temperature - Bonjour/DNS-SD network discovery OMTake Pro (one-time purchase) removes the watermark for a clean, professional output. Requires a local network connection to an OMT-compatible receiver such as vMix.

Screenshots

Stream to Studio2 screens
OMTake4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stream to Studio at none against OMTake's 1. Stream to Studio also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 16.6). OMTake's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price and ads 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. OMTake sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Stream to Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stream to Studio ships an update every 6 weeks, OMTake fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Stream to Studio versus OMTake: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStream to StudioOMTake
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.1 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihail GaraninXavier Carpentier

In-app purchases

None

Stream to Studio

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

OMTake

One-time1
  • OMTake Pro$8.99

Questions

Is Stream to Studio free?
Stream to Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OMTake free?
OMTake is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Stream to Studio or OMTake have ads?
Neither Stream to Studio nor OMTake shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stream to Studio or OMTake?
Stream to Studio ships an update every 6 weeks, and OMTake fortnightly. Most recently, Stream to Studio was updated on October 7, 2026 and OMTake on September 26, 2026.

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