Comparison

LM vs Live Multi Studio

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

Head to head
About

LM

This app transforms your mobile device into a high-quality camera source for live streaming and video production. It supports various professional broadcasting protocols and offers advanced features for seamless integration with popular software.

Highlights
  • NDI, SRT, RTMP streaming
  • OBS Studio, vMix, Wirecast compatible
  • Remote control operations
  • Multiple resolutions and frame rates
  • Image and camera settings
  • Background effects
Features
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LM-Cam is an NDI(R) camera app developed by LiveMedia. LM-Cam works with switchers that support NDI(R). * We recommend turning off Bluetooth when using LM-Cam. Supports iPhone 11 or better Supported Broadcasts: OBS Studio, vMix, WireCast, etc. You can stream directly from LM-Cam to platforms such as YouTube. -------- Free Plan Features -Remote Control operations with Pro Plan (Chrome browser recommended) -Video encoding- ・Full NDI ・HX2 (H.264 / HEVC) with Pro Plan HX2 can provide quality streams similar to Full NDI, but at 1/10 the data rate ・SRT (H.264 / HEVC) Caller / Listener / Rendezvous ・RTMP ・HLS ・External outputs(HDMI outputs)with Pro Plan ・Picture with Pro Plan ・Discovery Server ・Front and rear cameras ・Grid ・Presets ・Zoom: Digital zoom, Optical zoom ・Autofocus / Tap to focus ・Tally (Preview and Program Out) ・Resolutions: 4K, 1080, 720, 540, 480 ・FPS: 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 60 ・Image settings: Exposure, Color Temperature, White Balance ・Screen lock ・Timecode ・TalkBack with Pro Plan ・Microphone On/Off ・User-defined camera name ・Recording - with Pro Plan ・Backgrounds(Green / Blue / Blur)- with Pro Plan -------- Pro Plan Monthly:$9.99 Pro Features ・Remote Control ・HX2 (H.264 / HEVC) ・Recording ・Backgrounds (Green / Blue / Blur) ・4K ・Picture ・TalkBack * Free one-month trial for new registered users, after which subscriptions will auto-renew at $9.99 per month. * Subscriptions will auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renewal can be turned off in Account Settings. -------- * We recommend 5GHz when using Wi-Fi. 2.4GHz will expand the range, but may not work as well. * LM-Cam is compatitble with Apple iPhone ethernet adapters. Terms of Use:https://lm-cam.net/termsofuse?lang=en Privacy Policy:https://lm-cam.net/privacypolicy?lang=en

About

Live Multi Studio

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Live Multi Studio(LMS) is a Video, audio, and control signal transmission software which has following features "Japanese TV broadcaster developed" "Low latency" and "Easy connection". With this application, you can easily transmit live video from iPhone camera, receive video from other devices, and receive a tally light. It is useful for live production and confirmation of return video with iPhone. *iPhone 8 and SE can only receive video, audio, and tally light. Features -Japanese TV broadcaster creating its original protocol -Port opening is not necessary despite being over the internet -Protect your data with the latest encryption methods -“low-latency,” and “packet loss retransmission requests” -1:N transmission is possible -LMS can also send control signals For more detailed features, please visit the official website. https://livemulti.jp/studio/

Screenshots

LM4 screens
Live Multi Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Live Multi Studio at none against LM's 1. LM's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. LM sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Live Multi Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LM ships an update every 3 weeks, Live Multi Studio every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
LM versus Live Multi Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLMLive Multi Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLiveMedia CorporationWOWOW ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LM

Subscriptions1
  • LM-Cam Pro (1 month)1 Month trial$9.991 Month
None

Live Multi Studio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LM free?
LM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Live Multi Studio free?
Live Multi Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LM or Live Multi Studio have ads?
Neither LM nor Live Multi Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LM or Live Multi Studio?
LM ships an update every 3 weeks, and Live Multi Studio every 5 months. Most recently, LM was updated on September 21, 2026 and Live Multi Studio on September 22, 2026.

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