Monitor+ vs StaCam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Monitor+
Transform your phone into a professional camera monitor with live view and remote control capabilities. Access camera content, utilize advanced assist functions, and even record live feeds. A Pro version unlocks even more powerful features for enhanced filmmaking.
- Live View
- Remote Camera Control
- UVC/Capture Card Support
- Camera Content Access
- Assist Functions (False Color, Zebra, etc.)
- Focus Pulling
- Apple Watch Extension
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Currently only Sony a7R V, a7R IV, a9 III, a9 II, a7C, a7C II, a7CR, a7S III, a1, FX3, FX30, ZV-1, ZV-E10, ZV-E1, a7 IV and newer models are supported for wireless connection (Wi-Fi). When use wired connection (USB), previous camera models such as A7 III are also supported, detailed compatible table please refer to the website. Monitor+ turns your phone into a professional camera monitor instantly! Key Features: - Live View - Remote Control (Shutter Speed, Iris, ISO, WB...) - UVC/Capture Card support for iPadOS - Camera content access* - OSD image display* - Touch AF and display focus point* - Record and playback live view feeds* - Assist Functions* (False Color, Zebra, Waveform, Histogram, Vectorscope, Guide, Focus Peaking, Desqueeze, LUTs...) - Chroma Keying and Overlay* - Focus Pulling* - Apple Watch Extension* - Screen Lock* * Available on Pro version Disclaimer: Monitor+ is not affiliated with Sony Corporation in any way and is not a Sony product. “SONY”, “Sony” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
StaCam
This app provides professional video filming tools with a simple interface. It offers automatic and manual camera controls, advanced footage analysis for better image quality, and framing assistance to help you compose your shots effectively. Shoot in high resolutions like 4K 60FPS for professional post-production.
- Auto and Manual Filming Modes
- Footage Analysis Tools (Focus Peaking, Zebra Pattern, False Color)
- Professional Monitoring Tools (Histograms, Scopes)
- Framing Assistance (Ratio Frames, Guides)
- High Resolution Video Recording (up to 4K 60FPS)
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StaCam is a professional app dedicated to video filming with simple yet multifunctional interface and handy operation. The app will brighten up your daily vlogs and can also make your videos more cinematic and mind-blowing! [Filming Mode] Auto Mode: The camera automatically controls the parameters and offers the best image solutions. A great option for newcomers. Manual Mode: Can manually control all the parameters, taking your filmmaking to another level. [Footage Analysis] 1. Five features in footage analysis for better filmmaking: Focus peaking, zebra pattern, false color, highlight clipping, and monochrome. 2. Four professional footage monitoring tools for objective and efficient coloring assistance: luminance histogram, RGB histogram, greyscale scope, and RGB scope. [Framing Assistance] Offers multiple features such as ratio frames, guides, safe frames, etc., getting your subjects to the exact spotlight. [Video Parameters] Offers setting as high as 4K 60FPS for easier video post-production.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Monitor+ at 45% against StaCam's 10%. Monitor+ also leads on rating (3.2 vs 2.9) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Monitor+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and StaCam sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Monitor+ holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monitor+ has 279 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Monitor+'s written reviews are positive against 10% of StaCam's.
Monitor+ ships an update monthly, StaCam every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Monitor+ | StaCam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (279 ratings) — better | 2.9 (34 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 45.3% of reviews — better | 10.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 279 — better | 34 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 116 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HON IN UN | 桂林智神信息技术有限公司 |
Customer experience
Monitor+
StaCam
Bugs and requests
Monitor+
Reported bugs
6 issues- Incompatible with newer camera firmware updates
- Inability to delete photos from the app
- Inconsistent touch focus behavior
- Incorrect exposure and color representation
- Zebra levels not matching camera
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- Inability to set zebra levels below 50%
Requested features
13 requests- Support for more Sony camera models (A7III, A6400, A6600, etc.)
- Wired connection option for iOS
- Audio level monitoring
- Customizable frame guides and overlays
- Onion skin feature
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- Exposure meter display
- Ability to apply LUT during playback
- Vertical mode support for social media
- Pinch-to-zoom on preview image
- Half-press shutter button functionality
- Automatic camera level display
- Timecode support
- Ability to record to external storage
StaCam
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Monitor+
- Pro Upgrade$18.99
StaCam
- 拍摄大会员-月卡$2.99
