Comparison

SmartPTZ vs OMT Camera

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

Head to head
About

SmartPTZ

Transform your iPhone into a professional live production system. Stream high-quality video, control camera settings, and utilize AI tracking for dynamic content creation. Offers both free basic features and advanced subscription options.

Highlights
  • Ultra-low-latency SRT and RTMP streaming
  • Manual camera controls (exposure, white balance, focus)
  • Local recording up to 4K
  • AI-powered subject tracking
  • Remote PTZ control
  • Multi-camera workflow integration
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a professional multi-camera production system. smartPTZ delivers ultra-low-latency SRT and RTMP streaming, precise camera control, and AI-powered tracking—built for real-world live production. Stream via RTMP or SRT, record locally, and dial in your image with manual control over color, exposure, focus, and audio input. Ideal for: • Podcasts and studio setups • Live events and conferences • Performances and stage productions • Remote and multi-location workflows Designed by working multi-camera producers and tested with professional tools like vMix, OBS Studio, and hardware SRT pipelines. Supports USB-C audio devices, including professional wireless systems like the RØDE Wireless GO II. Free Version (Basic) Get started with a complete iPhone production toolkit: • RTMP or SRT streaming up to 1080p • Local recording up to 1080p (HEVC) • Manual camera controls: exposure, white balance, focus • USB-C audio input support • Multi-camera workflow integration (vMix, OBS, and more) No watermarks. Completely free. Pro Subscription – $4.99/month Unlock advanced production capabilities: 4K Streaming & Recording • Stream in 4K via RTMP or SRT • Record 4K HEVC for post-production and ISO workflows • Higher bitrates for premium image quality Remote PTZ Control (requires compatible AI-enabled mount) • Pan, tilt, and zoom from anywhere • Save and recall PTZ presets • Control locally or remotely via browser-based control room AI-Powered Subject Tracking • Automatically track presenters and subjects • Smooth, real-time reframing • Ideal for stages, classrooms, and single-subject setups When you upgrade, smartPTZ generates a secure remote-control URL—giving you instant access from any browser or team member anywhere. Free 30-Day Trial • Full access to all Pro features • Cancel anytime before billing Built for Multi-Camera Production smartPTZ is optimized for multi-camera workflows, supporting four or more iPhones streaming simultaneously into switching systems like vMix. Reliable performance for: • Live events • Sports sidelines • Interviews and podcasts • Remote camera feeds Learn More https://www.smartptz.com/features Built by Producers, for Producers smartPTZ is actively used in professional productions. We welcome feedback from creators looking to push iPhone-based production further. Support & Policies Privacy Policy: https://smartptz.com/privacy EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

OMT Camera

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OMT Camera allows you to use your phone as a camera that supports the Open Media Transport protocol. Simply connect your phone to the same network as your OMT reciever or switcher, such as vMix, and use your phone just as you would any other OMT or NDI supporting camera.

Screenshots

SmartPTZ4 screens
OMT Camera1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OMT Camera at none against SmartPTZ's 1. 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. SmartPTZ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. OMT Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
SmartPTZ versus OMT Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartPTZOMT Camera
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB8 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWilliam HanfordMelissa Zwick

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SmartPTZ

Subscriptions1
  • sPTZ Pro RC6 Months trial$4.991 Month
None

OMT Camera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartPTZ free?
SmartPTZ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OMT Camera free?
OMT Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SmartPTZ or OMT Camera have ads?
Neither SmartPTZ nor OMT Camera shows ads.

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