Comparison

RtmpServer vs Rexstream

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

Head to head
About

RtmpServer

Transform your iOS device into a portable RTMP server for live streaming and monitoring. Stream directly from your phone or tablet without external servers, ideal for developers, broadcasters, and creators.

Highlights
  • Built-in RTMP server on iOS devices
  • Portable and lightweight, no external servers needed
  • Easy integration with OBS, Larix, VLC
  • Stream over Wi-Fi, hotspot, or local networks
  • Supports IP cameras for surveillance
  • Instant setup with minimal configuration
Features
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# Turn Your iPhone or iPad into a Complete RTMP Server Experience live streaming freedom with no external servers or complicated setups. This app transforms your iOS device into a fully functional RTMP server, empowering developers, broadcasters, testers, and creators to stream directly from their iPhone or iPad—anytime, anywhere. Whether you're experimenting with streaming workflows, testing video delivery, or broadcasting content in real time, this app gives you the flexibility to host and manage RTMP streams locally on your iOS device. # Key Features Built-in RTMP Server – Host an RTMP server directly on your iPhone or iPad. Portable & Lightweight – No external servers or computers required. Easy Integration – Works with popular broadcasting apps like OBS Studio and Larix Broadcaster, and RTMP players such as VLC and ffplay. Network Flexibility – Stream over Wi-Fi, personal hotspot, or local networks. Event-Ready – Ideal for live streaming at meetups, workshops, or on the go. Surveillance Support – Connect IP cameras or compatible apps for remote monitoring. Instant Setup – Launch the server with minimal configuration. # Why Use a Mobile RTMP Server? Traditional streaming setups require dedicated servers or cloud infrastructure. With this app, that barrier is removed. You can now: Run live video experiments without renting cloud servers. Test broadcasting software against a real RTMP endpoint. Share video streams in small groups without complex networking. Carry a complete streaming server in your pocket. # Use Cases Broadcasters – Stream live events using your iOS device as both broadcaster and server. Educators & Trainers – Demonstrate RTMP workflows in classrooms or workshops. Personal Streaming – Host private streams for friends, family, or communities. Monitoring & Surveillance – Use your iPhone or iPad to collect live feeds from IP cameras and share them securely over your local network. # Compatibility Supports the standard RTMP protocol for seamless operation with popular broadcasting tools and cameras. # Designed for iOS Mobility Optimized for on-device performance, this app is lightweight and efficient—perfect for fieldwork, travel, or situations where cloud servers aren’t available. It minimizes battery and resource usage while delivering stable streaming performance. # Benefits Independence – No internet hosting or third-party cloud RTMP needed. Cost-Efficient – Avoid hosting or subscription fees. Instant Setup – Launch a server in seconds. Flexibility – Stream from or to any RTMP-compatible app or camera. Security – Keep sensitive video streams on your own network. # Start Streaming & Monitoring Today With this app, your iPhone or iPad becomes more than just a phone – it becomes a portable streaming and surveillance hub. Whether you are streaming content, testing your latest application, or monitoring spaces in real time, you can rely on this app to provide a fast, stable, and portable RTMP server right in your pocket. No complicated setup, no expensive hosting – just install, configure, and start streaming.

About

Rexstream

Features
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Go live on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, and Kick at the same time, straight from your phone. Stream your screen, your camera or a pre-recorded video, and Rexstream delivers it to every platform in HD. TOP FEATURES - Multistream to every platform at once: YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, Kick, Instagram and any RTMP server - Share your phone screen live, with microphone commentary, even while you use other apps - Portrait and landscape from one broadcast: 9:16 for TikTok and Instagram, 16:9 for YouTube and Twitch - Stream pre-recorded videos as live, on loop or 24/7 - Schedule streams to start on their own, with reminders - Your watermark and title overlay on every platform ONE STREAM, EVERY PLATFORM Connect YouTube, Twitch and Facebook with a tap, then add TikTok, Kick, Instagram or your own server as RTMP destinations. Your phone sends a single stream and our servers deliver it everywhere, so your data plan is never split between platforms. SHARE YOUR SCREEN, LIVE Tap Go Live, accept the screen-capture prompt, and you are on air. Switch to any app: your game, a walkthrough, a presentation. The stream keeps running in the background with your voice on top. Made for mobile gamers, app tutorials, live reactions, market commentary, tech reviews and teaching from your phone. PORTRAIT AND LANDSCAPE TOGETHER Send a vertical feed to TikTok and Instagram and a horizontal feed to YouTube and Twitch from the same broadcast. Rexstream encodes both, so you never have to choose. GO LIVE FROM YOUR CAMERA Front or back camera, live in seconds. Ideal for vlogs, events, Q&As, and behind-the-scenes. PRE-RECORDED VIDEOS AS LIVE Upload a video and broadcast it as a live stream, once or on loop. Keep your channel active while you sleep, or run a 24/7 channel. SCHEDULE IT AND FORGET IT Pick a date and time. Rexstream starts your stream for you and reminds you before it begins. STREAM FROM OBS OR ANY ENCODER Create a custom RTMP channel, paste the key into OBS, Streamlabs, vMix or your hardware encoder, and we relay it to every platform you have connected. YOUR BRAND ON EVERY STREAM Add your own watermark and title overlay. They are rendered on our servers, so every platform shows them exactly the same. EMBED PLAYER FOR YOUR WEBSITE Put your live channel on your own site with a share link or embed code. It starts playing automatically when you go live. BUILT FOR TEAMS Invite team members to run streams on your account, and protect it with two-factor authentication. QUALITY YOU CONTROL Choose 720p HD or 1080p Full HD on paid plans. The app adapts its upload to your connection, so streaming on mobile data works too. ALSO INCLUDED - Cloud media storage for your videos - Live dashboard synced with the web panel at panel.rexstream.net - Available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Portuguese, and German Start for free. Upgrade anytime for HD quality, more platforms, your own watermark, scheduling and longer streams. Terms of Service: https://www.rexstream.net/tos/ Privacy Policy: https://www.rexstream.net/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

RtmpServer3 screens
Rexstream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RtmpServer at none against Rexstream's 6. Rexstream's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads 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. Rexstream sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. RtmpServer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RtmpServer ships an update every 3 months, Rexstream every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RtmpServer versus Rexstream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRtmpServerRexstream
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB70 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKUO HAI CHENTech Avenue Labs

In-app purchases

None

RtmpServer

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Rexstream

Subscriptions6
  • Rexstream Basic Monthly$10.001 Month
  • Rexstream Pro Monthly$20.001 Month
  • Rexstream Enterprise Monthly$30.001 Month
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  • Rexstream Basic Yearly$102.991 Year
  • Rexstream Pro Yearly$204.991 Year
  • Rexstream Enterprise Yearly$309.001 Year

Questions

Is RtmpServer free?
RtmpServer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rexstream free?
Rexstream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RtmpServer or Rexstream have ads?
Neither RtmpServer nor Rexstream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RtmpServer or Rexstream?
RtmpServer ships an update every 3 months, and Rexstream every 3 days. Most recently, RtmpServer was updated on October 7, 2026 and Rexstream on October 12, 2026.

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