Comparison

DirectorMonitor vs LiveApp Pro

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

Head to head
About

DirectorMonitor

This app provides comprehensive monitoring and control for BlackMagic Design ATEM Mini video switchers. It allows users to view multi-view, program/preview outputs, and control primary and macro buttons, with advanced customization options for a streamlined workflow.

Highlights
  • Control ATEM Mini primary and macro buttons
  • View ATEM MultiView, Program/Preview outputs
  • Control ATEM Mini via MultiView panes
  • Full HomeKit switch control
  • Customizable control board
  • Configure multiple ATEM Minis
  • Manage ATEM storage and HyperDeck playback
Features
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Introducing DirectorMonitor. The all in one solution for monitoring and controlling your BlackMagic Design ATEM Mini video switcher. Paired with the Accsoon SeeMo video capture terminal or other UVC device including HDMI Capture Cards to view the ATEM's MultiView, Program / Preview out or any HDMI video Source.   Primary features include: - Control of ATEM Mini's primary control buttons. - Control of ATEM Mini's macro buttons. - Viewing any 1080p video source using the Accssoon SeeMo video capture terminal or connect to any HDMI Capture Card - The Video In is configured to recognize the ATEM Mini's MultiView to enable the following push button controls - Tap the MultiView pane to select the current Preview - Tapping the current Preview a second time selects it as the Program - Tapping the Preview pane performs a Cut with the Program - Tapping the Program pane performs an Auto transition with the Preview - Tapping the upper half of the Media pane performs the same Preview and Program actions as the other sources - Tap the lower left or the lower right of the Media pane to select the previous or next images of the Media pool, respectively. - Tapping the Live Stream or Recording Panel toggle each feature on or off. - DirectorMonitor give full access to turning HomeKit switch on and off - Display the Video In source at full screen and access the ATEM, Macro and HomeKit Buttons from a Sliding Panel. - Reorder and / or hide sections of the ATEM Control Buttons - Fully compatible with Split View, Slide Over and Stage Manager to fulfill your Multitasking needs. - Display any two panels in wide screen or a single pane if the App is setup to be taller than it is wide. - Customizable Control board for adding specific ATEM, Macro and HomeKit buttons in the order you wish. This also includes special purpose Action Buttons that can perform multiple operations include ATEM, Macro, HomeKit, Media Pool Selection, Apple Shortcut functions as well as special Application commands. - Configure and select up to three ATEM Minis. Each may have its own Customizable Control Board. - Display the Video In as a system wide Picture in Picture display to multitask with any iPad or iPhone App. - Access The ATEM's Storage to preview videos directly on the iPad or iPhone. Also perform video management by deleting from storage or copying videos to the device's Files App. - Configure up to four BlackMagic Design HyperDeck to control primary playback features in addition to video playback and video management. - Run DirectorMonitor on a Mac. Note for optimal results the additional hardware of an ATEM Mini video switcher and a Accsoon SeeMo video capture terminal are advised. For details on the BlackMagic Design ATEM Mini video switchers https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/atemmini For details on the Accsoon SeeMo https://accsoonusa.com/accsoon-seemob-ios-hdmi-adapter-black/

About

LiveApp Pro

Transform your iPad or Mac into a professional video playback and graphics device for live productions. Create custom playlists, add animated overlays, and even draw directly onto your video output. Seamlessly integrate with ATEM switchers for enhanced control.

Highlights
  • Multicam live video playback
  • Custom video playlists
  • Animated overlays with transparent videos/images
  • Direct drawing on video output
  • ATEM Switcher integration
  • Remote control via API and Companion
Features
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LiveApp turns your iPad or Mac with Apple silicon into a powerful video playback device for multicam live productions. Output clean custom video playlists via HDMI*. Connect LiveApp to an ATEM Switcher** for more integration and Alpha Video Overlays! VIDEOCUE Organize your videos in custom playlists for fullscreen playback via HDMI. If connected to an ATEM Switcher “Autoplay” can be enabled for instant playback when cut to the connected channel. LiveApp cuts back to Preview at the end of the playlist. This makes video playback in your multicam livestream sessions extremely easy. For professional use cases there are a lot of additional powerful features. INBOX SERVER Easily load videos directly into VideoCue over the local network and remotely control playback. To do this, start the Inbox Server in Settings and go to the local LiveApp website with any device on the network. Cross platform, from any web browser. OVERLAYS Set up a button grid with custom transparent videos, pictures or web applications for animated overlays. Different playback modes such as once, loop and split make it easy to generate professional overlays. If connected to an ATEM Switcher LiveApp automatically uses the built in keyer to overlay your animations over the active camera stream. DRAW Use the fantastic drawing capabilities of iPad to draw over the video output. Either scribble over your VideoCue footage or annotate any ATEM input using the keyer technology. When connected to an ATEM a reference frame can be captured to ensure precise drawing results. SWITCHER Connect LiveApp to your ATEM Switcher over the local network and unlock remote control capabilities. Find all inputs organized in separate Program and Preview rows and all essential tools for live switching right at your fingertips. REMOTE CONTROL Create completely custom solutions with the API or use our pre-built integration with Bitfocus Companion. DOCUMENTATION We provide detailed written documentation and video tutorials for every LiveApp feature, please refer to the OSMAKO website and social media channels. UPDATES AND FEEDBACK We continuously work on LiveApp to implement new features and provide the best tool for your productions. Therefore, we are happy to hear your feedback and workflow needs. Feel free to reach out via social media or the dedicated contact form on our website. * additional hardware required, sold separately ** supports the ATEM network protocol (optimized for the ATEM Mini, ATEM Mini Pro and ATEM Mini Extreme family)

Screenshots

DirectorMonitor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LiveApp Pro at 50% against DirectorMonitor's 0%. LiveApp Pro also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). DirectorMonitor's advantage is price (Free vs $49.99) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On 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

DirectorMonitor is free to download; LiveApp Pro costs $49.99 up front. DirectorMonitor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LiveApp Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DirectorMonitor ships an update every 5 weeks, LiveApp Pro every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
DirectorMonitor versus LiveApp Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDirectorMonitorLiveApp Pro
PriceFree — better$49.99
Rating—4.8 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—17 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPad
Requires iOS17.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOdeon Software Inc.Oskar Gerspach-Wolf

Customer experience

DirectorMonitor

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

LiveApp Pro

All ratings17 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative37.5%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

DirectorMonitor

One-time1
  • DirectorMonitor$19.99
None

LiveApp Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DirectorMonitor free?
DirectorMonitor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LiveApp Pro free?
LiveApp Pro costs $49.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do DirectorMonitor or LiveApp Pro have ads?
Neither DirectorMonitor nor LiveApp Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DirectorMonitor or LiveApp Pro?
DirectorMonitor ships an update every 5 weeks, and LiveApp Pro every 4 months. Most recently, DirectorMonitor was updated on October 5, 2026 and LiveApp Pro on October 17, 2026.

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