MixEffect Pro vs NDI Player
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MixEffect Pro
Control your ATEM video switchers with a comprehensive remote interface. Manage switcher settings, audio, macros, media, and transitions. Features include animated SuperSource transitions, Video Follows Audio, and customizable layouts.
- Multiple ATEM switcher control
- Animated SuperSource transitions
- Video Follows Audio
- Customizable layouts
- Macro management with icons
- Audio input gain and fader control
- External camera Multiview support
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If you want to try out MixEffect Pro's features for 30-days, please visit the MixEffect app listing here on the App Store and activate the 30-day trial. MixEffect Pro shares the same database as MixEffect, so you have access to the same switchers, SuperSource presets, and streaming services. === MixEffect Pro’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 Pro 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 Pro! # FEATURES MixEffect Pro 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. ## EXTERNAL CAMERA See and interact with the Multiview from your ATEM switcher directly in MixEffect. Change inputs, perform cut and auto transitions, set SuperSource presets, and more. Requires iPadOS 17 and an HDMI/SDI to USB adapter to connect your device with your ATEM switcher to view the Multiview. ## 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. 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. Requires an ATEM switcher that supports SuperSource. ## 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 Pro! ## 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 HyperDecks from MixEffect Pro. ## 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 Pro 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 Pro features a simulated ATEM 1 M/E Production 4K switcher for testing purposes.
NDI Player
This tool transforms your device into a convenient NDI source for live production. Create customized playlists, support multiple NDI formats, and utilize Apple Pencil for annotations. It offers seamless HDMI and AirPlay output with real-time audio monitoring.
- NDI source creation
- Customized playlist
- Screen mirroring/AirPlay output
- Apple Pencil/Finger annotation
- Multi-NDI source support
- Real-time audio VU meter
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- If you are working with NDI, this is your MUST-HAVE tool - Create the most convenient and affordable NDI source instantly - Both landscape and portrait output support - Fully customized playlist, a powerful video player for live production - Supports multitasking on iPad, multiply NDI sources simultaneously - Supports Full NDI, NDI HX H.264, and NDI HX HEVC, display connection tally status - Supports Apple Pencil or Finger markup, drawing, and annotation - Supports full-screen HDMI & ScreenMirroring/AirPlay output - With real-time audio VU meter monitor - No need to register, no subscription fees, one-time purchase for lifetime use
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: NDI Player at Free against MixEffect Pro's $49.99. NDI Player also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). MixEffect Pro's advantage is review sentiment (64% vs 25%) and rating (4.3 vs 3.8). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases 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
NDI Player is free to download; MixEffect Pro costs $49.99 up front. MixEffect Pro sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and NDI Player sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
MixEffect Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 18 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of MixEffect Pro's written reviews are positive against 25% of NDI Player's.
MixEffect Pro ships an update every 2 months, NDI Player fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | MixEffect Pro | NDI Player |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $49.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.3 (15 ratings) — better | 3.8 (18 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 64.3% of reviews — better | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 15 | 18 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #191 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 165 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Adam Tow | TopDirector Corporation |
Customer experience
MixEffect Pro
NDI Player
In-app purchases
MixEffect Pro
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
- Large Tip$4.99
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- Mega Tip$9.99
NDI Player
- Using Apple Pencil or Finger$4.99
- Movie Playback$9.99
- HDMI & ScreenMirroring/AirPlay$9.99
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- List Playback$14.99









