# DirectorMonitor vs NDI Screen Capture

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NDI Screen Capture at 33% against DirectorMonitor's 0%. DirectorMonitor's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DirectorMonitor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NDI Screen Capture sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DirectorMonitor ships an update every 5 weeks, NDI Screen Capture monthly. The most recent releases landed on July 7, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DirectorMonitor | NDI Screen Capture |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-screen-capture/id6471483473/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **11** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 102 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Odeon Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/304855629) | [TopDirector Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581209934) |

## What reviewers say

### DirectorMonitor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/directormonitor/id1542256662)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DirectorMonitor | $19.99 | one-time |


### NDI Screen Capture

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-screen-capture/id6471483473)

Capture iOS and iPadOS screen content in real-time and stream it as NDI output. Supports NDI HX H.264 and HEVC, with audio and microphone input. Ideal for e-learning and game demonstrations.

**Highlights:** Real-time screen capture, NDI output streaming, NDI HX H.264/HEVC support, Lock screen rotation, Audio and mic input, Easy to use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove One Minute Limit | $4.99 | one-time |
| Enable Partial Screen Capture | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DirectorMonitor free?

DirectorMonitor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NDI Screen Capture free?

NDI Screen Capture is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do DirectorMonitor or NDI Screen Capture have ads?

Neither DirectorMonitor nor NDI Screen Capture shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DirectorMonitor or NDI Screen Capture?

DirectorMonitor ships an update every 5 weeks, and NDI Screen Capture monthly. Most recently, DirectorMonitor was updated on July 7, 2026 and NDI Screen Capture on September 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*