Comparison

RealtimeKit vs Webcam for OBS

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

Head to head
About

RealtimeKit

Control your OBS streaming and recording remotely without needing to set up obs-websocket. Manage streaming status, recording status, and switch scenes with ease.

Highlights
  • Remote OBS control
  • Control streaming status
  • Control recording status
  • Switch scenes
  • No obs-websocket setup required
Features
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RealtimeKit allows you to remotely control your OBS, you will be able to control streaming and recording status, switch scenes and more! There is no need to set up obs-websocket!

About

Webcam for OBS

Turn your phone into a high-quality webcam for OBS Studio. Offers dual connection modes, professional controls, and easy setup for streaming, recording, or video conferencing. Elevate your content with the camera you already own.

Highlights
  • Dual connection modes (NDI/Cable)
  • Professional camera controls
  • Easy setup with tutorials
  • Front and back camera switching
  • High-quality video streaming
  • Minimal latency
Features
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DISCLAIMER: This app is not in any way affiliated with OBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software). It's an unofficial third-party application that turns your mobile device into a camera source for OBS Studio streaming. Transform your iPhone into a professional camera source for OBS Studio. Whether you're streaming, recording, or video conferencing, our app delivers high-quality video with minimal latency. Key Features: • Dual Connection Modes: Connect wirelessly via NDI technology or directly through a cable for ultra-low latency • Professional Controls: Adjust zoom, exposure, and more during your stream • Easy Setup: Simple interface with guided tutorials for seamless integration • Front & Back Camera: Switch between cameras with a single tap • High-Quality Video: Stream in high resolution for professional-looking content Perfect for content creators, gamers, teachers, and professionals who need reliable camera solutions for their OBS Studio setup. Elevate your streams, tutorials, and presentations with the camera you already own. No complex equipment needed – just your iPhone and OBS Studio. Download now and start streaming like a pro! Subscription required to access core connection features: 'Wireless NDI Connection' and 'Cable Connection Mode' are available exclusively with a premium subscription. This app is using the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

RealtimeKit1 screens
Webcam for OBS3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Webcam for OBS at 4.6 against RealtimeKit's 3.0. Webcam for OBS also leads on ratings volume (328 vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). RealtimeKit's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, 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. Webcam for OBS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. RealtimeKit asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Webcam for OBS holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Webcam for OBS has 328 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RealtimeKit ships an update every 3 months, Webcam for OBS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
RealtimeKit versus Webcam for OBS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRealtimeKitWebcam for OBS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.6 (328 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—11.1% of reviews
Number of ratings2328 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMuxable, Inc.金红 李

Customer experience

RealtimeKit

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Webcam for OBS

All ratings327 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral0.9%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

In-app purchases

None

RealtimeKit

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Webcam for OBS

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited access$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited access$24.991 Year

Questions

Is RealtimeKit free?
RealtimeKit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Webcam for OBS free?
Webcam for OBS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RealtimeKit or Webcam for OBS?
Webcam for OBS is rated higher. RealtimeKit averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Webcam for OBS averages 4.6 from 328 ratings.
Do RealtimeKit or Webcam for OBS have ads?
Neither RealtimeKit nor Webcam for OBS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RealtimeKit or Webcam for OBS?
RealtimeKit ships an update every 3 months, and Webcam for OBS every 3 weeks. Most recently, RealtimeKit was updated on October 24, 2026 and Webcam for OBS on October 25, 2026.

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