Comparison

VSCO Capture vs StreamMe Live

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

Head to head
About

VSCO Capture

Capture photos and videos with over 50 live filters and real-time effects. Offers granular manual controls for exposure, ISO, and more, allowing for precise aesthetic control as you shoot. Supports RAW capture and seamless syncing with a photo editor.

Highlights
  • 50+ live photo filters
  • Real-time video presets
  • Live Bloom and Halation effects
  • Live film grain
  • Manual camera controls (exposure, ISO, white balance, shutter speed)
  • RAW capture support
  • Seamless syncing with VSCO editor
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“VSCO’s Capture app is free and offers plenty of granular controls that will even please the “pro mode” fans among us.” - Digital Trends “The iPhone's camera goes from good to great with the just-released VSCO Capture app.” - PhoneArena “The presets deliver incredible results straight out of camera, and I love that I can adjust the intensity in real time.” - Jaime Angel, Photographer VSCO Capture brings together 50+ live photo filters, real-time effects, and intuitive controls to shape your vision as it comes to life. Perfect for photography enthusiasts and seasoned pros alike, VSCO Capture is designed for those who want to shoot with intention, emotion, and a distinctly personal aesthetic. FREE CAMERA APP VSCO Capture is made for shooting in the moment. Choose from 50+ live presets inspired by retro, contemporary, and vintage film looks. Apply real-time effects as you shoot, and easily toggle between automatic and manual settings. You can even shoot in RAW for more flexibility when editing later in the VSCO app. LIVE CAMERA FILTERS Shoot with over 50 preset filters that let you define your style before you press the shutter. From analog classics and black-and-white to retro film and photographer-inspired looks, each preset is designed to help you see and customize your aesthetic in the moment — no editing required. REAL-TIME PHOTO EFFECTS Shape light as you shoot. Add live Bloom and Halation photo effects to soften highlights, lift glow, and bring a cinematic, film-inspired character to your photos. Dial in intensity, size, and range in real time, so what you see on screen is exactly what you capture. VIDEO WITH LIVE PRESETS Shoot video in your style. Apply your favorite VSCO presets in real time to capture motion with the same look you trust for photos. With 50+ iconic presets, create a consistent aesthetic, frame by frame. LIVE FILM GRAIN Add analog texture in the moment. Apply live, film-inspired Grain to bring depth, character, and a tactile feel to your photos. Customize strength, size, and color as you shoot for an authentic aesthetic that looks and feels like the real thing. EASY MANUAL CONTROLS Dial in your look with intuitive manual controls. Toggle flash modes, adjust exposure, ISO, and white balance, and change your shutter speed with a UI that’s made for in-the-moment shooting. Easily capture long exposures with blur or recreate the look of a disposable camera with a pop of flash. Whether you're going full manual or letting auto do the work, you control your unique aesthetic. EDIT SEAMLESSLY Shoot first, edit later. Sync your photos seamlessly with the VSCO photo and video editor where you can fine tune photos with our full suite powerful tools and 200+ presets. Access all the latest features and support every step of your process with VSCO Pro Membership.

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StreamMe Live

Features
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StreamMe turns your iPhone into a clean, full-screen camera — nothing but live video, edge to edge. Mirror it to your TV and the big screen shows your feed with zero buttons, banners, or clutter. WHY STREAMME • A truly clean feed — the controls auto-hide, so your screen mirror is pure video. • Made for the big screen — start Screen Mirroring from Control Center and your camera fills the TV. • Private by design — set a 6-digit passcode that locks the app and your recordings. • Record when you want — capture video and keep it in your private vault. • No account, no sign-up, no clutter. Open it and go. GREAT FOR • Putting a live view on your TV — a room, a stage, a workspace, a display. • Keeping an eye on a crib, a pet, or the front door on the big screen. • Mirroring yourself for presentations, workouts, or content prep. • Capturing moments to a private library only you can open. CLEAN BY DEFAULT Tap once and the floating controls fade away. While recording, only a tiny dot in the corner remains — so whether you're on your phone or the TV, you see nothing but the camera. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your recordings never leave your device unless you choose to export or share them. They're stored locally and gated behind your passcode. We don't have an account system and we don't upload your video — ever. STREAMME PRO Recording and the private vault are part of StreamMe Pro, an auto-renewable subscription: • Weekly — $3.99/week • Yearly — $24.99/year, with a 3-day free trial Prices may vary by region; the exact price and trial are shown in the app before you subscribe. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://ventiqinator.com/streamme/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://ventiqinator.com/streamme/privacy.html

Screenshots

VSCO Capture4 screens
StreamMe Live3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VSCO Capture at none against StreamMe Live's 2. VSCO Capture also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. StreamMe Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. VSCO Capture asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VSCO Capture ships an update every 11 days, StreamMe Live every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
VSCO Capture versus StreamMe Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVSCO CaptureStreamMe Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (225 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings225 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB13 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperVisual Supply CompanyVentiq LLC

Bugs and requests

VSCO Capture

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Can't switch to 5x lens on iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • Can't select a lens after tapping the lens option button

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add grain, adjust/lock ISO, and adjust/lock white balance
  • Multiple exposures, slow shutter/light trails, and video
  • Consolidated with the main VSCO app

StreamMe Live

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

VSCO Capture

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

StreamMe Live

Subscriptions2
  • StreamMe Pro Weekly$3.997 Days
  • StreamMe Pro Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is VSCO Capture free?
VSCO Capture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StreamMe Live free?
StreamMe Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VSCO Capture or StreamMe Live have ads?
Neither VSCO Capture nor StreamMe Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VSCO Capture or StreamMe Live?
VSCO Capture ships an update every 11 days, and StreamMe Live every 2 months. Most recently, VSCO Capture was updated on October 31, 2026 and StreamMe Live on October 31, 2026.

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