# RealtimeKit vs Webcam for OBS

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | RealtimeKit | Webcam for OBS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realtimekit/id6443628121/reviews) | **[4.6 (328 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webcam-for-obs-hd-streaming/id6744435835/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **328** |
| Positive reviews | — | 11.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 60 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Muxable, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1558493722) | [金红 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1781133144) |

## What reviewers say

### RealtimeKit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/realtimekit/id6443628121)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Webcam for OBS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webcam-for-obs-hd-streaming/id6744435835)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*