Comparison

iMic vs CueDeck

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

Head to head
About

iMic

Features
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Turn your phone into a wireless microphone for your computer. iMic streams clear voice over your local Wi-Fi network in under 100 ms โ€” no cables, no cloud, and no account required. iMic creates a virtual microphone input that can be selected by your desktop applications. Use your phone as a high-quality audio source for Zoom, Google Meet, Discord, OBS, QuickTime, and AI-powered applications. Why iMic: - Wireless microphone input with no audio cable - Low latency streaming over local Wi-Fi or peer-to-peer connection - Adaptive jitter buffer, clock drift correction, and automatic reconnect after sleep or network interruptions - Mute directly from your phone with live audio level monitoring - Programmable buttons for desktop shortcuts โ€” push-to-talk, Spotlight, screenshot, recording - Works even when your computer screen is locked - Encrypted device pairing โ€” your voice stays on your local network and is never uploaded Designed for long sessions, iMic is ideal for: - Online meetings - Live streaming - Voice recording - Presentations - Online classes - Remote desktop workflows Requirements: - macOS 14 or later - iOS 17 or later - Both devices connected to the same local Wi-Fi network

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CueDeck

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CueDeck turns your iPhone and iPad into a professional, zero-latency live production switcher and high-performance Stream Deck alternative. Say goodbye to expensive physical macro keys, recurring subscriptions, and desktop bridge software! CueDeck communicates directly with OBS Studio 28+ using the native OBS WebSocket v5 protocol. Simply scan the connection QR code on your monitor and take command in under a second. 1. DYNAMIC SCENE MATRIX AND CONFIDENCE MONITOR - Zero Hardcoding: OBS scenes, names, and sequence are discovered dynamically. - Built-In 16:9 Confidence Monitor: View live program video directly on your device. - Solo Mode (Quick-Switch): Tap any scene to cut live instantly. - Studio Mode Switching: Full Preview (Green Tally) and Program (Red Tally) workflow. - Giant TAKE / CUT Button: Queue up your next shot and cut with tactile confidence. 2. UNIVERSAL AUDIO MIXER AND 60 FPS VU METERS - GPU Peak VU Meters: Powered by Flutter Impeller for silky smooth 60 FPS volume monitoring. - Smooth Faders: Adjust microphones, desktop audio, game sound, and music fluidly. - Instant Mute: Glowing red mute indicators ensure you never speak off-air unmuted. 3. SMART LAYER AND OVERLAY VISIBILITY - Scene-Aware Items: Overlays, facecam frames, and alerts update dynamically. - Quick Eye Toggles: Show or hide any graphic element with a single responsive tap. 4. BROADCASTER SAFETY: SLIDE-TO-CONFIRM - Eliminate Stream Disasters: Slide-to-Confirm switch prevents accidental stream or rec stops. - Live Telemetry and Timers: Track uptime, REC duration badge, dropped frames, and health. - Quick Controls: Accessible broadcast triggers across all workspace tabs. 5. CUSTOMIZABLE MACRO DECK - Multi-Action Chaining: Fire simultaneous actions - switch scene, mute mic, trigger media. - Create specialized profiles for BRB, Starting Soon, or Gaming Climax moments. 3-STEP SETUP IN 1 SECOND 1. Launch OBS Studio 28 or newer on your PC or Mac. 2. Go to Tools, then WebSocket Server Settings and click Show Connect Info. 3. Open CueDeck and scan the QR code. You are immediately connected! 100% FREE CORE VS. CUEDECK PRO LIFETIME - Free Core App: Full live reji switching for 2 scenes, 16:9 confidence live monitor, 60 FPS audio mixer, and slide-to-confirm stream/rec safety controls. - CueDeck Pro Lifetime (0.99 USD): A single symbolic, one-time in-app purchase unlocking 16+ scene banks, smart auto-mute mic matrix, custom macro decks, and lifetime updates. Zero recurring subscriptions! WHY STREAMERS CHOOSE CUEDECK - Free to Start: Core broadcast controls at zero cost with no ads. - No Subscriptions: Pay once (0.99 USD for Pro), own forever. No recurring monthly fees. - Zero Extra Software: Plugs directly into OBS Studio native WebSocket v5 engine. - Ultra-Low Latency: Operates over your local Wi-Fi network (under 8 ms response). - Haptic Confirmation: Hardware vibration gives every tap a physical feel. - 100% Privacy: No accounts, no data collection, no telemetry, no tracking. Elevate your live broadcast on Twitch, Kick, YouTube Gaming, TikTok Live, or Facebook Gaming with CueDeck! DISCLAIMER & TRADEMARKS CueDeck is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed, sponsored, or supported by the OBS Project or OBS Studio. "OBS" and "OBS Studio" are registered trademarks of the OBS Project.

Screenshots

iMic3 screens
CueDeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iMic at none against CueDeck's 1. CueDeck's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. CueDeck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iMic asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 2 level
iMic versus CueDeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriMicCueDeck
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS17.015.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size3 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBingjun LiOnur AKSOY

In-app purchases

None

iMic

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

CueDeck

One-time1
  • CueDeck Pro Lifetime$0.99

Questions

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

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