Comparison

Stream Studio vs Castream

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

Head to head
About

Stream Studio

Features
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Take your live streaming to the next level with Stream Studio, the ultimate tool for content creators, professionals, and streaming enthusiasts. Key Features: • RTMP Compatibility: Seamlessly stream to any platform that supports RTMP. • Quick Setup: Connect your RTMP URL and stream key in seconds. • Intuitive Interface: A sleek, modern user experience designed to maximize your productivity.

About

Castream

This app transforms your phone into a professional live broadcasting studio. Stream to multiple platforms simultaneously with real-time overlays, AI-powered tools, and unified chat. It's designed for easy, high-quality multistreaming.

Highlights
  • Multistreaming to multiple platforms
  • Real-time overlays and Picture-in-Picture
  • Unified live chat with AI insights
  • Scheduled broadcasts and stream recording
  • AI title & description generator
  • Camera filters and voice effects
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Castream makes going live incredibly easy — turning your phone into a complete live broadcasting studio. Whether you're a creator, musician, pastor, journalist, gamer, or anyone with something to share, you can stream to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and any RTMP-compatible platform — including TikTok Live and Instagram Live — simultaneously, straight from your phone. Now with screen capture, real-time overlays, AI-powered tools, and scheduled broadcasts. Perfect for anyone who wants professional multistreaming without the complexity. What’s inside: • Multistreaming — Go live to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, TikTok Live (RTMP), Instagram Live (RTMP), and custom destinations simultaneously • Screen Capture — Broadcast your phone’s screen for gaming, tutorials, presentations, and more • Picture-in-Picture (PIP) — Use front and back camera together and position it on screen • Live Broadcasting Studio — Add overlays, lower thirds, and customize your stream in real time • Live Location Overlay — Show where you’re streaming from or set a custom location • Camera Filters & Voice Effects — Add visual styles and experimental voice filters • Unified Live Chat — View messages from YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch in one feed • Chat Insights (AI) — Get post-stream summaries and insights across platforms • Chat Operator Mode — Separate streaming and chat moderation across devices • AI Title & Description Generator — Instantly improve your stream metadata • Scheduled Video Broadcasts — Upload a video, set a time, and go live automatically • Stream Recording — Every stream is recorded and saved for 30 days • 1080p or 720p — Choose your preferred resolution • Portrait & Landscape Support — Stream in any orientation • Ultra-Low Latency — Smooth, reliable video • Synced Audio & Video — No drift • Auto Bitrate — Adapts to your network automatically • No Watermarks — Clean, professional output • Mobile-First Design — Built for performance on your phone • Public Profile — Share your streams at castream.io/@handler and view insights Free to use. Upgrade only if you need more. Go live everywhere with one tap. By using this app, you agree to Apple’s standard [Terms of Use (EULA)](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/).

Screenshots

Stream Studio4 screens
Castream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Castream at every 3 days against Stream Studio's every 6 months. Castream also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Stream Studio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Castream sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stream Studio ships an update every 6 months, Castream every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Stream Studio versus Castream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStream StudioCastream
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB92 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperLudovic BouguerraPik Technologies LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Stream Studio

Subscriptions2
  • Stream Studio Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Stream Studio Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
4 purchases

Castream

Subscriptions4
  • Creator Plan Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Pro Plan Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Creator Plan Yearly$129.991 Year
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  • Pro Plan Yearly$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Stream Studio free?
Stream Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Castream free?
Castream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Stream Studio or Castream have ads?
Neither Stream Studio nor Castream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stream Studio or Castream?
Stream Studio ships an update every 6 months, and Castream every 3 days. Most recently, Stream Studio was updated on September 9, 2026 and Castream on August 29, 2026.

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