# iCam Pro vs NDI HX Camera

iCam Pro and NDI HX Camera both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 48% of iCam Pro's written reviews are positive against 11% of NDI HX Camera's. iCam Pro also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iCam Pro sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and NDI HX Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for iCam Pro against 4.4 for NDI HX Camera. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 289 and 531 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of iCam Pro's written reviews are positive against 11% of NDI HX Camera's.

iCam Pro ships an update every 3 months, NDI HX Camera every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iCam Pro | NDI HX Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (289 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icam-pro-webcam-streaming/id837194033/reviews) | **[4.4 (531 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-hx-camera-stream-capture/id6502563620/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 289 | **531** |
| Positive reviews | **48.1% of reviews** | 10.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SKJM, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/292563691) | [新雨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559932632) |

## What reviewers say

### iCam Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icam-pro-webcam-streaming/id837194033)

Remotely monitor live video and audio from multiple webcams on your mobile device. Receive motion and sound alerts, record events, and even talk back to your camera source. Cloud backup is available for recorded events.

**Highlights:** Remote multi-cam monitoring, Live audio and video streaming, Motion and sound detection alerts, Record and playback events, Talk back feature, Cloud event backup, Apple Watch notifications

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iCam Pro Service (Subscription) | $0.99 | per month |
| iCam Pro Unlimited Private Proxy Data (Subscription) | $4.99 | per month |
| 5 GB of Cloud Storage | $4.99 | per month |
| 22 GB of Cloud Storage | $19.99 | per month |
| 60 GB of Cloud Storage | $49.99 | per month |
| 25 MB of Private Proxy Data | $0.99 | one-time |
| iCam Pro Service (Lifetime) | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works great
- 🔒 Reliable security monitoring
- 👍 Easy to set up
- 👍 Useful for checking on pets/home
- 👍 Affordable lifetime subscription

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections/crashes
- 🔒 Requires paid subscription for remote access
- 🔒 Difficult to get working outside local network
- 🐛 Poor error handling
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices/OS

**Reported bugs**

- PC software crashes frequently
- Unable to connect cameras on same network
- Paid subscription features not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Automatic motion/sound detection alerts
- Support for higher video resolutions
- Ability to save recorded video locally
- Web-based viewing option
- Easier multi-camera management


### NDI HX Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-hx-camera-stream-capture/id6502563620)

Transform your smartphone into an HD IP camera for professional video production. Stream high-quality video in real-time to OBS, NDI systems, and other compatible software. Ideal for content creators, journalists, and live event broadcasters seeking a portable and integrated solution.

**Highlights:** Real-time NDI streaming, HD IP camera functionality, OBS and NDI compatibility, High-definition video capture, User-friendly interface, Efficient local network use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited access | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited access | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and intuitive user interface
- ✅ Easy to use and straightforward
- 🎥 Works well when functioning properly
- 📱 Useful for remote camera capabilities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Aggressive paywall - most features locked behind subscription
- 🚫 App doesn't work or sends black screen/no video signal
- ⏱️ Frequent crashes and freezes after 5-20 minutes
- 🔧 Settings and configuration options inaccessible without payment
- ❌ Incompatible with NDI tools, OBS, vMix, and other standard software

**Reported bugs**

- App times out or freezes after 5-20 minutes of use
- Black screen or no video output despite connection
- Settings gear icon doesn't respond to taps
- App crashes and locks up device requiring restart
- Audio not working on iPhone 15 Pro

**Requested features**

- FPS and codec customization options
- Resolution and quality control settings
- Audio transmission support
- Remote zoom control via device remote
- Screen mirroring capability (not just camera)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iCam Pro free?

iCam Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NDI HX Camera free?

NDI HX Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iCam Pro or NDI HX Camera?

NDI HX Camera is rated higher. iCam Pro averages 4.3 out of 5 from 289 ratings, while NDI HX Camera averages 4.4 from 531 ratings.

### Do iCam Pro or NDI HX Camera have ads?

Neither iCam Pro nor NDI HX Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iCam Pro or NDI HX Camera?

iCam Pro ships an update every 3 months, and NDI HX Camera every 5 months. Most recently, iCam Pro was updated on November 1, 2026 and NDI HX Camera on November 4, 2026.

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