Comparison

TeamViewer Remote Control vs Camera for OBS Studio

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

Head to head
About

TeamViewer Remote Control

Control your desktop, manage files, and provide support for devices remotely from your mobile device. Offers secure access, file transfer, real-time chat, and augmented reality assistance for visual guidance.

Highlights
  • Full remote control and screen sharing
  • File transfer in both directions
  • Real-time chat
  • Assist AR calls with 3D markers
  • High-quality sound and video transmission
  • Access computers behind firewalls
  • Wake-On-LAN support
Features
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Control your desktop, manage files, and support devices—from anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re on the move, traveling, or in the field, the TeamViewer Remote Control app gives you fast, secure remote access right from your iPhone or iPad. What's inside: • Securely access your devices as if you were right in front of them • Provide instant support or manage unattended devices like servers or digital signage or Point of Sale and virtual machines • Make Assist AR calls for live, visual support with augmented reality — guide users by placing 3D markers in their environment • Use your iPhone and iPad to work on your remote desktop while traveling • Share and transfer files easily between devices — in both directions • Chat in real time for questions, updates, or guidance during a session • Enjoy smooth screen sharing with sound and HD video transmission Key Features: • Full remote control and screen sharing • Intuitive touch gestures and controls • File transfer in both directions • Real-time chat • High-quality sound and video • Effortlessly access computers behind firewalls and proxy servers • Multi-monitor support • Sound and video transmission in real-time • Wake-On-LAN: switch on your computer remotely • Industry-grade security: 256-bit AES encryption • Works across all operating systems. How to get started: 1. Install this app on your iPhone or iPad. 2. On the device you want to connect to, install the TeamViewer QuickSupport app 3. Open both apps, enter the ID or Session code from QuickSupport, and connect Optional Access Permissions: • Camera – To Scan QR codes • Microphone – To transmit audio or record sessions (You can use the app without these permissions; adjust them anytime in Settings) Want to allow remote access to this device instead? Download the TeamViewer QuickSupport app. TeamViewer subscriptions purchased from the app will be charged to your iTunes account and will automatically renew within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period, unless auto-renewal is turned off, after purchase, go to your iTunes account settings. A subscription cannot be cancelled during the active subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://www.teamviewer.com/apps-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.teamviewer.com/eula/

About

Camera for OBS Studio

Transform your mobile device into a high-quality webcam for streaming. Offers both wired USB and wireless WiFi connections for low latency and portability. Control your stream remotely and utilize multiple devices for a professional setup.

Highlights
  • High-quality video input
  • Wired USB and WiFi connections
  • Low latency streaming
  • Front and rear camera support
  • Tap to focus and pinch to zoom
  • Manual camera controls
  • Remote web browser control
Features
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If you've ever wanted to use your iPhone camera as a video & audio input to stream using OBS Studio, we've got you covered. We've tried all the apps that let you do it over WiFi, but they're not fast enough, so we also allow you to use a wired USB connection. The original one. QUALITY VIDEO Your iPhone/iPad camera's are good, really good. In fact, there’s no comparison between the highly recommended streaming webcam, the Logitech C922 HD Pro and the iPhone 6 Camera. Stream Landscape or Portrait video. AUDIO If you don't have a separate mic for your streaming setup, you can now use the microphone on your iOS device to stream audio & video. FRONT CAMERA Stream a selfie with the front camera support. Switch anytime during the stream with the familiar camera switch button. TAP TO FOCUS, PINCH TO ZOOM Controls just like you're used to from the Camera app. MANUAL CONTROLS Take control of the focus, exposure, white balance as you would on a manual DSLR camera. LOW LATENCY Stream video over a wired USB connection. This avoids the issue of delay over wifi, as many other solutions suffer from. This is just as fast as a USB webcam! USB & WIFI Choose the connection type. If you want low latency, use USB, if you'd like portability then use WiFi. WiFi is done using the NewTek™ NDI® protocol, so you can use Camera for OBS Studio with any NewTek™ NDI® compatible receiver. REMOTE CONTROL Control the app from your web browser on your computer. No need to have access to the device anymore to line up that shot perfectly. MULTIPLE DEVICES If you're lucky enough to own multiple iOS devices, use them together and produce a multi-camera stream. MAC AND PC Supports OBS Studio running on macOS and Windows. You will need to install the OBS Studio iOS Camera Plugin from our website, or use an NDI compatible receiver to use this app. For the best possible experience make sure your device is listed on our website https://obs.camera/docs/faqs/#what-ios-hardware-do-i-need MORE Subscriptions will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless automatic renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and automatic renewal status in Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Price may vary by location. Terms & Conditions/EULA: https://obs.camera/docs/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://obs.camera/docs/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

TeamViewer Remote Control4 screens
Camera for OBS Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TeamViewer Remote Control at 4.7 against Camera for OBS Studio's 4.3. TeamViewer Remote Control also leads on ratings volume (45K vs 3.3K). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. TeamViewer Remote Control sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $619.99 per year and Camera for OBS Studio sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TeamViewer Remote Control holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TeamViewer Remote Control has 45K ratings behind it against 3.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of TeamViewer Remote Control's written reviews are positive against 39% of Camera for OBS Studio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TeamViewer Remote Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Camera for OBS Studio every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
TeamViewer Remote Control versus Camera for OBS Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTeamViewer Remote ControlCamera for OBS Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (45K ratings) — better4.3 (3.3K ratings)
Positive reviews45.6% of reviews — better39.3% of reviews
Number of ratings45K — better3.3K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTeamViewer Germany GmbHLoft Labs Interactive Inc

Customer experience

TeamViewer Remote Control

All ratings44,549 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.8%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews2,320 reviews
Positive45.6%
Neutral5.8%
Negative48.6%

Camera for OBS Studio

All ratings3,285 ratings
Positive81.3%
Neutral3.5%
Negative15.3%
Written reviews725 reviews
Positive39.3%
Neutral9.9%
Negative50.8%

User reviews

TeamViewer Remote Control

From 45K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent remote desktop functionality
  • 🔒 Secure and reliable connections
  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
  • 💡 Useful for personal and professional use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and timeouts
  • 💰 Overly aggressive monetization tactics
  • 🤔 Inconsistent detection of commercial vs. personal use
  • 🤯 Frustrating customer support experience

Camera for OBS Studio

From 3.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 High-quality video
  • 👍 Easy to set up
  • 💡 Allows use of iPhone camera
  • 🚀 Seamless integration with OBS
  • 👍 Responsive developer

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔋 Battery drain
  • 💰 Expensive
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems
  • 🐛 Glitches and freezes

Bugs and requests

TeamViewer Remote Control

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues and inability to access accounts
  • Compatibility problems with older devices/OS versions
  • Unreliable remote control and screen sharing

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved multi-tasking support
  • Add search functionality for device list
  • Enhance iPad/tablet usability
  • Provide more affordable personal use plans

Camera for OBS Studio

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incompatible with older iPhones
  • Frequent disconnections
  • Video quality issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Support for iPhone 11 wide-angle lens
  • Ability to use iPhone microphone
  • Virtual webcam functionality

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TeamViewer Remote Control

Subscriptions1
  • Business Yearly Plan$619.991 Year
9 purchases

Camera for OBS Studio

Subscriptions7
  • 1 month$4.991 Month
  • 1 month2 variants$10.991 Month
  • 1 month$11.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • 1 year$18.991 Year
  • 1 year$24.991 Year
  • 1 year$34.991 Year
  • 1 year$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime$69.99
  • Lifetime Premium$99.99

Questions

Is TeamViewer Remote Control free?
TeamViewer Remote Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Camera for OBS Studio free?
Camera for OBS Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TeamViewer Remote Control or Camera for OBS Studio?
TeamViewer Remote Control is rated higher. TeamViewer Remote Control averages 4.7 out of 5 from 45K ratings, while Camera for OBS Studio averages 4.3 from 3.3K ratings.
Do TeamViewer Remote Control or Camera for OBS Studio have ads?
Neither TeamViewer Remote Control nor Camera for OBS Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TeamViewer Remote Control or Camera for OBS Studio?
TeamViewer Remote Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Camera for OBS Studio every 2 weeks. Most recently, TeamViewer Remote Control was updated on September 24, 2026 and Camera for OBS Studio on September 22, 2026.

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