Comparison

OBS vs FieldSync PRO

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

Head to head
About

OBS

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a high-quality webcam for OBS Studio. Connects instantly over your local network with no drivers or complex setup needed. Ideal for streamers, professionals, and presenters seeking stable video.

Highlights
  • Use iPhone/iPad as webcam for OBS
  • High quality, low latency video
  • Instant one-tap connection
  • Simple OBS integration
  • Works on macOS and Windows
  • No login or ads
Features
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Use your iPhone or iPad as a camera for OBS. Camera Studio is built for live streams, recordings, classes, and presentations when you want a stable camera source from the device you already have. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Start a live camera with one tap • Switch front and rear cameras • Adjust focus, exposure, zoom, and torch • Capture microphone audio and mute when needed • Use a grid overlay to frame your shot • Follow the built-in USB setup guide for macOS, Windows, and Linux An In-App Purchase is required before you can use the app. After purchase, connect a USB cable, tap Start Camera, and add your device in OBS as a Video Capture Device. No account and no extra computer driver required. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open Camera Studio, complete Get Started, and unlock the app with an In-App Purchase or Restore Purchases. 2. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer with a genuine Lightning or USB-C cable. 3. Tap Start Camera. Allow Camera and Microphone access when asked. 4. In OBS Studio, add a Video Capture Device source and select your device. Video and audio stay on your device and the computer you connect. This app does not upload your camera feed to a developer server. WHO IT IS FOR Creators, presenters, teachers, and anyone who uses OBS Studio to stream or record and wants a simple wired camera from iPhone or iPad. OBS Studio is independent software from the OBS Project. Camera Studio is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the OBS Project. IN-APP PURCHASES An In-App Purchase is required to use Camera Studio. The camera, USB source, and in-app controls are available only after you unlock Pro. Unlock options: • Auto-renewable weekly, monthly, or yearly subscription • One-time lifetime purchase Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings. Restore Purchases is available in the app. Refunds for App Store purchases are handled by Apple. PRIVACY POLICY https://sites.google.com/view/cam-obs-privacy TERMS OF USE https://sites.google.com/view/cam-obs-terms STANDARD EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Download Camera Studio and use your iPhone or iPad as a wired camera for OBS.

About

FieldSync PRO

Features
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No cloud delays. No email size limits. Just send. Tired of waiting an hour to transfer job site photos to a Windows PC? FieldSync PRO solves that — encrypt, send a URL, done. As we continually improve the app, if there is any discrepancy between this description and the actual behavior, the app's behavior takes precedence. 【3 Simple Steps】 1. Select photos and set a passcode 2. Send the URL by email 3. Recipient opens it in any browser — no app needed 【Security】 Photos are AES-encrypted on your device before upload. The server cannot decrypt your data. All data is automatically deleted 48 hours after sending. 【Key Features】 ・AES-encrypted photo sharing ・No app required to view — opens in any browser ・ZIP download available ・Auto-deleted after 48 hours ・Send history with resend option ・Japanese and English support 【PRO Plan】 ・Send approximately 40 photos per session ・Send to up to 5 recipients at once ・Import contacts directly from your address book 【Free Plan】 ・Up to 2 photos and 1 recipient — free forever Perfect for construction, manufacturing, real estate, medical, and any field work requiring fast, secure photo sharing. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

OBS3 screens
FieldSync PRO2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FieldSync PRO at weekly against OBS's every 7 months. 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. OBS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and FieldSync PRO sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OBS ships an update every 7 months, FieldSync PRO weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
OBS versus FieldSync PRO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOBSFieldSync PRO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (435 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings435 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDREAMEE STUDIO COMPANY LIMITEDMasashi Konno

In-app purchases

4 purchases

OBS

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly camera access$4.997 Days
  • Monthly camera access$9.991 Month
  • Yearly camera access$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime camera access$17.99
1 purchases

FieldSync PRO

Subscriptions1
  • FieldSync PRO Monthly$2.991 Month

Questions

Is OBS free?
OBS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FieldSync PRO free?
FieldSync PRO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OBS or FieldSync PRO have ads?
Neither OBS nor FieldSync PRO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OBS or FieldSync PRO?
OBS ships an update every 7 months, and FieldSync PRO weekly. Most recently, OBS was updated on October 19, 2026 and FieldSync PRO on October 8, 2026.

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