# Raingel vs NDI HX Camera

The clearest difference is rating: NDI HX Camera at 4.4 against Raingel's 2.4. NDI HX Camera also leads on ratings volume (529 vs 25). Raingel's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (36% vs 11%). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NDI HX Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Raingel asks for nothing beyond the download.

NDI HX Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NDI HX Camera has 529 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 36% of Raingel's written reviews are positive against 11% of NDI HX Camera's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Raingel ships an update every 2 months, NDI HX Camera every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Raingel | NDI HX Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.4 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raingel/id1637205833/reviews) | **[4.4 (529 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-hx-camera-stream-capture/id6502563620/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 25 | **529** |
| Positive reviews | **35.7% of reviews** | 10.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [深圳市联芯互联科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1218157897) | [新雨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559932632) |

## What reviewers say

### Raingel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raingel/id1637205833)

Control smart lights with customizable color choices and scenario modes. Set timers for automatic on/off and even sync light color changes with sound. Enjoy wireless remote control up to 15 meters away.

**Highlights:** Customizable color choices, Scenario modes, Timer settings, Sound-activated color change, Long-range remote control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### NDI HX Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-hx-camera-stream-capture/id6502563620)

Transform your smartphone into an HD IP camera for professional video production. Stream high-quality video in real-time to OBS, NDI systems, and other compatible software. Ideal for content creators, journalists, and live event broadcasters seeking a portable and integrated solution.

**Highlights:** Real-time NDI streaming, HD IP camera functionality, OBS and NDI compatibility, High-definition video capture, User-friendly interface, Efficient local network use

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited access | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited access | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and intuitive user interface
- ✅ Easy to use and straightforward
- 🎥 Works well when functioning properly
- 📱 Useful for remote camera capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive paywall - most features locked behind subscription
- 🚫 App doesn't work or sends black screen/no video signal
- ⏱️ Frequent crashes and freezes after 5-20 minutes
- 🔧 Settings and configuration options inaccessible without payment
- ❌ Incompatible with NDI tools, OBS, vMix, and other standard software

**Reported bugs**

- App times out or freezes after 5-20 minutes of use
- Black screen or no video output despite connection
- Settings gear icon doesn't respond to taps
- App crashes and locks up device requiring restart
- Audio not working on iPhone 15 Pro

**Requested features**

- FPS and codec customization options
- Resolution and quality control settings
- Audio transmission support
- Remote zoom control via device remote
- Screen mirroring capability (not just camera)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Raingel free?

Raingel is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NDI HX Camera free?

NDI HX Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Raingel or NDI HX Camera?

NDI HX Camera is rated higher. Raingel averages 2.4 out of 5 from 25 ratings, while NDI HX Camera averages 4.4 from 529 ratings.

### Do Raingel or NDI HX Camera have ads?

Neither Raingel nor NDI HX Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Raingel or NDI HX Camera?

Raingel ships an update every 2 months, and NDI HX Camera every 5 months. Most recently, Raingel was updated on October 24, 2026 and NDI HX Camera on October 27, 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.*