VidiU vs RTMP Broadcaster
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VidiU
This app enables remote monitoring and configuration of a live video encoder over WiFi. Stream high-definition video directly to the web without a PC, choosing your preferred CDN. It supports various connection methods and offers real-time encoding with audio inputs.
- Remote monitoring and configuration
- PC-free live HD video streaming
- API integration with Ustream/Livestream
- Supports various CDNs (RTMP)
- Multiple connection options (WiFi, Ethernet, 3G/4G)
- Real-time H.264 encoding
- Bandwidth sharing via ShareLink
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The VidiU iOS application allows users to remotely monitor and configure their Teradek VidiU encoder over WiFi. The Teradek VidiU gives you the freedom to broadcast live high definition video directly to the Web without a PC. Whether you’re streaming out of a video switcher or wirelessly from your camera, VidiU allows you to go live when you want, where you want. VidiU offers API level integration with the Ustream and new Livestream platforms, which makes streaming to your channel as easy as logging into your account. VidiU also allows you to choose the CDN that is right for you. VidiU's generic RTMP interface allows you to stream your live video content to a Wowza server or the platform of your choice at any time. VidiU streams over dual band MIMO WiFi, Ethernet, or via a single 3G/4G USB modem. For events that require you to be completely wireless, VidiU’s rechargeable Li-Ion battery lets you roam cable-free for up to 60 minutes. VidiU offers a free application for iOS that allows you to stream a second video feed to your mobile device for monitoring your live broadcast. Since VidiU acts as its own dual band Access Point, you can choose to connect your iPad or iPhone directly to the device or to your local network. Connect your HDMI video source to VidiU and stream at resolutions up to 1080p (see Technical S). VidiU encodes video in real-time using high profile H.264 compression and AAC audio at up to 5Mbps. Embedded HDMI audio, headphone output, and a mic/line input are supported. Use ShareLink to share your bandwidth (up to 4 iPhones/iPads) for increased bandwidth to stream live broadcasts, and our new backgrounding system for ShareLink allows you to share your bandwidth even while the app isn't running, provided you share your location. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
RTMP Broadcaster
Broadcast live video from your iPhone to various platforms and media servers using multiple protocols. Offers HD streaming, camera control, custom watermarks, and low latency.
- HD video and AAC audio encoding
- Support for RTMP, RTMPS, RTSP, RTSPS, and SRT protocols
- Low latency streaming
- Front and back camera support with live switching
- Customizable logo watermark
- White-label streaming option
- Bluetooth microphone support
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Stream live from your iPhone to any RTMP, RTMPS, SRT media server! Broadcast to platforms like Facebook Live, YouTube Live, Twitch, Wowza, Nimble Streamer, Red5, Flussonic, and many others — in just a few taps. # Main Features • Supports SD, HD, and Full HD streaming • Select between Ultra Wide, Wide, and Telephoto cameras • Real-time H.264 video and AAC audio encoding • RTMP, RTMPS, RTSP, RTSPS, and SRT protocol support • Extremely low latency streaming • Use front or back camera with live switching • Auto-focus lock — long press anywhere to lock, tap to unlock • Add your own logo watermark or custom video frames • Three video stability modes (Off, Standard, Cinematic) • Bluetooth microphone support • Turn preview playback on or off • White-label — no watermark or branding on your stream • Compatible with Facebook Live, YouTube, Twitch, and any custom RTMP server # Subscription For the Pro subscription, subscriptions will be billed monthly or annually for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions can be managed by the user and automatic renewal can be turned off by accessing the user’s account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Terms of Use: https://warthoglab.com/terms-of-use Privacy: https://warthoglab.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: RTMP Broadcaster at 4.7 against VidiU's 2.4. RTMP Broadcaster also leads on review sentiment (57% vs 16%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). VidiU's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.2 vs 17.2). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. RTMP Broadcaster sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days. VidiU asks for nothing beyond the download.
RTMP Broadcaster holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 26 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of VidiU's written reviews are positive against 57% of RTMP Broadcaster's.
VidiU ships an update every 6 weeks, RTMP Broadcaster every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 8, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VidiU | RTMP Broadcaster |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.4 (28 ratings) | 4.7 (26 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 16.1% of reviews | 57.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 28 — better | 26 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.2 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 71 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Teradek | WarthogLab |
Customer experience
VidiU
RTMP Broadcaster
In-app purchases
VidiU
No in-app purchases
RTMP Broadcaster
- Weekly Pro Subscription$12.997 Days
- Yearly Pro Subscription3 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Pro Subscription Lifetime$79.99
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