Comparison

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) vs Obsbot Start

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

Head to head
About

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)

Control Blackmagic Design ATEM switchers from your iPhone or iPad. Manage switcher settings, audio, media, and create custom layouts. Automate transitions and control keyers with ease.

Highlights
  • Switcher control
  • Macro organization
  • Audio mixing
  • Media pool management
  • Customizable layouts
  • SuperSource transitions
  • Keyer control
Features
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MixEffect is a professional tool for controlling Blackmagic Design ATEM switchers from your iPhone or iPad. MixEffect’s familiar interface gives you quick access to virtually everything you need to run your video productions: switcher control, macros, audio, media, editing palettes, recording and streaming. MixEffect then turns the dial past ten with animated SuperSource transitions, Video Follows Audio, customizable layouts, and Shortcuts support. Manage your live productions confidently with MixEffect! # PRICING MixEffect is a free download from the App Store. Features are limited to creating new switcher connection and streaming service entries, Program/Preview, Fader Bar control, and running the ATEM Simulator. Want more? Try out MixEffect Pro over a generous 30 day period. MixEffect Pro brings full switcher control, SuperSource, Video Follows Audio, macro organization, streaming, recording, editing palettes, custom layouts, and much more! A single In-App purchase unlocks MixEffect Pro -- no subscriptions, ads, or hidden fees. # FEATURES MixEffect is packed full of features to control your ATEM switchers. ## SWITCHER MANAGEMENT Control multiple ATEM switchers. Sync your switcher settings between all of your iCloud-connected devices. ## PANELS / BUTTONS Customize the look of your switcher interface with separate iPhone, Landscape, and iPad-optimized layouts. Choose from 20 panels to include in your layouts. ## SUPERSOURCE Become a SuperSource master on your ATEM Mini Extreme and Mini Extreme ISO. Automatically animate transitions when switching between SuperSource layouts! Use drag and drop to rearrange your boxes. Save your favorite preset layouts and share them with others. ## AUDIO Control audio on ATEM switchers. Adjust each audio source’s input gain, fader gain, frames delay, and pan settings. ## MACROS Give your macros the gift of icons, colors, filtering, and sorting. Choose from three different display layouts: Grid, Buttons, and List. Access all of your macros from the virtual switcher interface. ## MEDIA Upload still images from your Photo Library into your switcher’s Media Pool. ## TRANSITIONS Access all the transitions supported by your switcher such as Mix, Dip, Wipe, and DVE, not just the ones wired to hardware buttons. ## DOWNSTREAM KEYERS Missing that DSK On Air button on your ATEM Mini? It's there in MixEffect! ## UPSTREAM KEYERS Adjust your Luma, Chroma, Pattern, and DVE settings for your upstream keyers. Use touch to easily set the chroma sample and change the position of your DVE frame. ## AUTOMATIONS Control your ATEM switcher with your voice and Shortcuts. Automatically switch inputs, change SuperSource layouts, and run macros when your audio levels rise or fall below a certain threshold. Enjoy extensive keyboard shortcuts throughout the app. ## COLOR GENERATORS Change your color sources without having to dig through palettes. ## HYPERDECK Control up to four HyperDecks from MixEffect. ## AUX Set the sources for all of your auxiliary outputs. ## STREAMING Add streaming services, servers, and profiles without having to know XML. Set a default profile and server for each of your streaming services. Import and export the Streaming.xml files supported by the ATEM Mini Pro, Pro ISO, Mini Extreme, and Mini Extreme ISO line of switchers. ## RECORDING Control your disk recordings from your iPhone or iPad. Switch disks with a tap and see how much time is available for recording. ## SECURITY Prevent unwanted access to MixEffect with Face ID (or device passcode lock). Activate View Only Mode so people can see what’s happening on the switcher without the ability to change anything. ## SWITCHER SETTINGS Set your switcher’s video mode, change the labels of sources, configure Multiview, and save your switcher's startup settings. ## SIMULATOR MixEffect features a simulated ATEM 1 M/E Production 4K switcher for testing purposes.

About

Obsbot Start

This app enhances your OBSBOT camera experience with AI control and one-click streaming to popular platforms. Easily switch between landscape and portrait modes, and customize image parameters on the fly to elevate your video content.

Highlights
  • AI feature control
  • One-click social platform streaming
  • Landscape/portrait mode switching
  • Customizable image parameters
  • Easy-to-use interface
Features
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Mastermind Your OBSBOT Camera Obsbot Start is an exclusive application designed for OBSBOT camera. With its easy-to-use interface and powerful features. Your camera livestreaming experience can be significantly improved with minimal effort. Unleash AI Capabilities Collocating with built-in AI features in OBSBOT camera, Obsbot start can maximize the hidden underlying power of the device and makes the AI features controllable smoothly and conveniently. Start Livestreaming Anywhere Obsbot Start offers internal support for the most popular social livestream platforms. Preset the social accounts, and the livestream signal could instantly starts and be on air within the blinks, with only a tap. Landscape and Portrait in One-Click Obsbot Start is compatible with both landscape and portrait modes. Using the orientation button in the software, you can smoothly switch between landscape/portrait modes to meet different video recording or live streaming needs. Customize Parameters Anytime Say goodbye to immutable image settings. With Obsbot Start, you can customize image parameters whether you're on Air or not, and apply them instantaneously whenever you need. OBSBOT hopes to take you to enjoy the fun of video shooting and livestreaming in a simpler and more energetic way, record and share your life moments on air with dynamic video language and limitless imagination. If you have any suggestions in the process of using OBSBOT, please feel free to write to service@obsbot.com. We value every communication with you.

Screenshots

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)4 screens
Obsbot Start4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) at 78% against Obsbot Start's 19%. MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.4) and ratings volume (131 vs 22). Obsbot Start's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, 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

Both are free to download. MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Obsbot Start asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) has 131 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)'s written reviews are positive against 19% of Obsbot Start's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) ships an update every 2 months, Obsbot Start monthly. Both last shipped on October 22, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) versus Obsbot Start: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)Obsbot Start
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (131 ratings) — better2.4 (22 ratings)
Positive reviews78.5% of reviews — better19.4% of reviews
Number of ratings131 — better22
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size159 MB134 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdam TowRemo Tech Co.,Ltd

Customer experience

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)

All ratings131 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive78.5%
Neutral5.1%
Negative16.5%

Obsbot Start

All ratings22 ratings
Positive31.8%
Neutral9.1%
Negative59.1%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive19.4%
Neutral9.7%
Negative71.0%

Bugs and requests

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App crashes when selecting switcher
  • Trial mode resets after app closure
  • Freezing issues with ATEM hardware
  • Connection recognition failures
  • Macro instability causing hardware malfunction
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  • Pro purchase not restoring after reinstall
  • Trial expiration notification despite Pro purchase
  • Incompatibility with Television Studio HD8
  • Crash on startup after update
  • Inconsistent macro behavior

Requested features

14 requests
  • Color correction for cameras
  • Multi-row button label text support
  • Auto-connect feature like ATEM Software Control
  • SuperSource configuration grouping
  • Title addition for streaming services
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  • More than 4 input boxes
  • H2R graphics integration
  • Custom URL and media playback
  • AirPlay source input and output
  • Advanced audio EQ and volume limiting
  • Live background preview in multiview
  • Remote connection from anywhere
  • Settings backup to cloud services
  • Editable button labels for Keyers

Obsbot Start

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock)

One-time6
  • 30-Day TrialFree
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
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  • Large Tip$4.99
  • Mega Tip$9.99
  • MixEffect Pro$49.99
None

Obsbot Start

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) free?
MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Obsbot Start free?
Obsbot Start is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) or Obsbot Start?
MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) is rated higher. MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 131 ratings, while Obsbot Start averages 2.4 from 22 ratings.
Do MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) or Obsbot Start have ads?
Neither MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) nor Obsbot Start shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) or Obsbot Start?
MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) ships an update every 2 months, and Obsbot Start monthly. Most recently, MixEffect (Trial & Pro Unlock) was updated on October 22, 2026 and Obsbot Start on October 22, 2026.

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