# NDI HX Camera vs OBS Digital

The clearest difference is rating: NDI HX Camera at 4.4 against OBS Digital's 3.0. NDI HX Camera also leads on ratings volume (507 vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). OBS Digital's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 5 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NDI HX Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and OBS Digital sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NDI HX Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NDI HX Camera has 507 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

NDI HX Camera ships an update every 5 months, OBS Digital daily. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NDI HX Camera | OBS Digital |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (507 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-hx-camera-stream-capture/id6502563620/reviews)** | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obs-digital-studio-camera-app/id6747111341/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **507** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 10.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [新雨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559932632) | [Thien Le Nguyen Anh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817551049) |

## What reviewers say

### 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)


### OBS Digital

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/obs-digital-studio-camera-app/id6747111341)

This utility app provides instant feedback on uploaded photos, offering a mix of thoughtful and playful responses. It runs locally on your device and includes optional passcode protection for privacy.

**Highlights:** Instant photo feedback, Thoughtful and playful responses, Local device processing, Optional passcode protection, Interactive camera content interaction

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Access Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NDI HX Camera free?

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

### Is OBS Digital free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NDI HX Camera or OBS Digital?

NDI HX Camera is rated higher. NDI HX Camera averages 4.4 out of 5 from 507 ratings, while OBS Digital averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do NDI HX Camera or OBS Digital have ads?

Neither NDI HX Camera nor OBS Digital shows ads.

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

NDI HX Camera ships an update every 5 months, and OBS Digital daily. Most recently, NDI HX Camera was updated on September 23, 2026 and OBS Digital on August 19, 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.*