Comparison

Stream to Studio vs CTD Live Mobile

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

CTD Live Mobile

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful remote control for OBS Studio. Manage scenes, control streaming and recording, and automate production workflows with a tactile interface. Supports game controllers and adapts to various screen sizes.

Highlights
  • OBS Studio remote control
  • Live multiview with scene thumbnails
  • Studio mode with preview/program workflow
  • Stream and record start/stop
  • Scene playlist automation
  • Game controller support
  • Adaptive layout for various devices
Features
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CTD Live Mobile turns your iPhone or iPad into a fast, tactile remote control for OBS Studio. It connects to the OBS WebSocket server (obs-websocket 5.x, built into OBS 28 and later) and lets you run a live production from across the room — no extra screen, no clutter on your stream machine. Built for streamers, AV operators, houses of worship, classrooms, esports, and anyone who runs a multi-camera show in OBS. REQUIRES OBS STUDIO CTD Live Mobile is a remote control. It does nothing on its own. You need OBS Studio (free, open source) running on a separate Mac, PC, or Linux machine, with the WebSocket server enabled under Tools → WebSocket Server Settings. Your iPhone or iPad and the OBS machine must be on the same network. CONNECT IN SECONDS • Scan the QR code from OBS (Tools → WebSocket Server Settings → Show Connect Info) with your camera, or • Enter host, port, and password by hand. • Supports obsws://, ws:// (plaintext), and wss:// (TLS) connections. LIVE MULTIVIEW • A grid of live thumbnails for every scene, refreshed over the socket. • Tap a scene to preview it or cut it straight to air. STUDIO MODE, DONE RIGHT • Full preview-to-program workflow with a dedicated TAKE button. • Hold to quick-cut a focused angle directly to air, then release. STREAM & RECORD CONTROL • Start and stop streaming. • Start and stop recording. • Live stream and record timecode and on-air status at a glance. AUTOMATION • Build scene playlists and trigger rules to automate sequences. • Map scenes, cuts, recording, and audio mute/volume to controller buttons. FULL GAME-CONTROLLER SUPPORT • Drive the show with an Xbox, PlayStation, or MFi controller (GameController framework). • Steer a yellow focus ring with the d-pad or stick, then cut or preview with a button. • Custom button bindings and an on-screen controller help map. DESIGNED FOR THE DEVICE • The deck measures your screen and picks a layout shaped for it — a phone upright, a tablet upright, or either of them turned on its side. • On iPad it runs in Split View and Slide Over, so the deck can sit beside your rundown, your chat or a timer. • Ready for folding screens: it reflows as the phone opens and closes. PRIVATE BY DESIGN • No account, no sign-up, no analytics, no ads, no trackers. • Collects no personal data of any kind. • Talks only to the OBS server you configure. Settings and OBS passwords stay on your device. Camera access is used solely to scan the OBS connect-info QR code. Local Network access is used solely to reach your OBS server on the LAN. Note: OBS Studio is a third-party application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by CineTech Digital.

Screenshots

Stream to Studio2 screens
CTD Live Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Stream to Studio at Free against CTD Live Mobile's $1.99. Stream to Studio also leads on iOS requirement (12.1 vs 26.0). CTD Live Mobile's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 75%). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases 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

Stream to Studio is free to download; CTD Live Mobile costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stream to Studio ships an update every 6 weeks, CTD Live Mobile every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Stream to Studio versus CTD Live Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStream to StudioCTD Live Mobile
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.1 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihail GaraninJuan Pena

Customer experience

Stream to Studio

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

CTD Live Mobile

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Stream to Studio

No in-app purchases

None

CTD Live Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stream to Studio free?
Stream to Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CTD Live Mobile free?
CTD Live Mobile costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stream to Studio or CTD Live Mobile have ads?
Neither Stream to Studio nor CTD Live Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stream to Studio or CTD Live Mobile?
Stream to Studio ships an update every 6 weeks, and CTD Live Mobile every 5 weeks. Most recently, Stream to Studio was updated on October 7, 2026 and CTD Live Mobile on October 20, 2026.

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