# CameraFi Live vs CamX

CameraFi Live and CamX both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 68% of CamX's written reviews are positive against 43% of CameraFi Live's. CamX also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). CameraFi Live's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CameraFi Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and CamX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for CameraFi Live against 4.4 for CamX. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 320 and 295 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of CameraFi Live's written reviews are positive against 68% of CamX's.

CameraFi Live ships an update every 2 weeks, CamX every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CameraFi Live | CamX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (320 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camerafi-live/id6448773005/reviews)** | [4.4 (295 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camx-usb-camera/id6453639083/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **320** | 295 |
| Positive reviews | 43.1% of reviews | **68.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 130 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vault Micro, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/492028252) | [Touchbits Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577082996) |

## What reviewers say

### CameraFi Live

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camerafi-live/id6448773005)

This app enables high-quality live streaming and video recording directly from your smartphone. Enhance your broadcasts with real-time editing, overlays, and external camera support. Interact with your audience through chat and monetize your content.

**Highlights:** Live stream to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, Real-time editing and effects, Image and text overlays, Viewer chat interaction, External USB camera connection, Motion effects and scoreboards, Save live videos for highlights

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All-In-One Package (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| All-In-One Package (Annual) | $135.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works like a charm
- 👍 Free to use
- 👍 Efficient battery usage
- 👍 Doesn't overheat phone
- 👍 Good for recording matches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 iOS functionality lacking compared to Android
- 🐛 Web overlay issues on iOS
- 🐛 Difficult to link optical cable
- 🐛 Facebook login issues
- 🐛 Confusing UI/workflow

**Reported bugs**

- Web overlay issues on iOS (zooming/unzooming)
- Facebook login issues
- UI confusion and broken workflow
- VOD orientation glitch (portrait/horizontal)
- Presets and web sites/images not saved

**Requested features**

- Fix web overlay issues for iOS
- Improve iOS functionality to match Android
- Add screen share feature
- Allow streaming of phone apps
- Add screen capture mode


### CamX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camx-usb-camera/id6453639083)

Transform your iPad into a portable monitor or capture device. Streamline content creation and gaming with high-quality recording and customizable settings. Ideal for on-the-go productivity and entertainment.

**Highlights:** Portable display for iPad, High-quality video recording, Gaming mode with picture settings, Videography mode with histograms, User-friendly interface, Internal capture for other devices

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CamX Pro | $2.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nice Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Tip | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CameraFi Live free?

CameraFi Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CamX free?

CamX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CameraFi Live or CamX?

CameraFi Live is rated higher. CameraFi Live averages 4.4 out of 5 from 320 ratings, while CamX averages 4.4 from 295 ratings.

### Do CameraFi Live or CamX have ads?

Neither CameraFi Live nor CamX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CameraFi Live or CamX?

CameraFi Live ships an update every 2 weeks, and CamX every 3 weeks. Most recently, CameraFi Live was updated on October 30, 2026 and CamX on October 30, 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.*