Comparison

Streambox App vs Capture One

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

Head to head
About

Streambox App

Stream professional-quality video from your mobile device using cellular networks and Wi-Fi. Share live and archived content easily, with options for custom presets and offline recording.

Highlights
  • Professional quality video streaming
  • Bonded 3G/4G LTE and Wi-Fi support
  • Sub-second latency
  • Social media sharing
  • Create custom video channels
  • Offline video recording
Features
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The Streambox App equips individuals and video-centric organizations to stream and share professional quality video using only iPhone 5, 4S or iPad 2/3/4/Mini directly to a Streambox Media Player, Streambox Decoder, Enterprise Server or the Streambox Live Service. This mobile encoder allows users to take advantage of bonded 3G/4G LTE cellular networks and Wi-Fi to send up to 2 Mbps professional quality video with sub 2-second latency. Streambox exclusive reliable protocol LDMP maximizes reliable video transmission, allowing users to capture video at 720x400 resolution, up to 30 frames per second, with Advanced Audio Coding (AAC). The Streambox App is equipped with advanced features for social media sharing via the Streambox Live Service. Users can easily share live and archived video with others via email, Facebook, or Twitter as a fast way to communicate and collaborate. The New Streambox Live Service allows users to create their own "Channel" to publish and share live video streams. Archived video can also be shared for others to view and select for playout on desktop or mobile devices. Live video will be published automatically on the user's "Channel" and can be shared using the channel's URL. For users with "Broadcast" and "Enterprise" level Streambox Live accounts, using the Streambox App in Advanced Mode allows users to select from presets or to create custom presets. Automated one-click streaming offers multiple presets to choose from, allowing non-technical users to easily operate the mobile encoder. In the event of a network loss, users will be able to record a high quality video file up to 2.0 Mbps for transmission at a later time.

About

Capture One

Edit and organize RAW photos directly on your mobile device. Tether your camera for real-time shooting, apply edits instantly, and collaborate with clients through shared feedback and ratings. Seamlessly transition your work to desktop for final touches.

Highlights
  • Tether camera directly to mobile
  • Real-time shooting and review
  • RAW photo editing on the go
  • Instant style and look application
  • Client collaboration with feedback
  • External storage support
  • Supports 550+ camera models
Features
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GREAT IMPROVEMENTS TO MOBILE * With Retouch Faces, you can complete your post-work on the fly and deliver your images on location. * Sessions Support enables you to stay organized with nested folders and track your selections. * Work and backup as you please with External Storage, so you’re not limited by your mobile storage. SHOOT INTO MOBILE & SHOWCASE YOUR STYLE Forget the heavy laptop. Tether your camera directly to your iPhone or iPad, wired or wirelessly. Shoot, review, and showcase your images in real time. Impress clients and make sure you get the perfect shot on the spot. SHARE, RATE, COLLABORATE Share shots instantly with teams and clients, get comments, star ratings, and color tags, and keep all feedback in one place, no matter where everyone is. APPLY EDITS AS YOU SHOOT Turn RAWs into near-final images instantly. Make quick edits and auto-apply the same look as you shoot for faster, clearer client feedback during the session. INCREDIBLE COLOR QUALITY Get our renowned RAW conversion and hand-calibrated colors right on your mobile screen, for true-to-life tones and perfect skin every time. STYLE & EDIT ON THE FLY AirDrop your favorite presets and Styles, or create your own. Apply them in a tap, auto-create complex masks, correct perspective, straighten shots, and edit freely on the go. DELIVER ANYWHERE Export to an external SSD, or send your work to Capture One Pro with all edits and ratings intact, so you can start on mobile and finish on desktop seamlessly. WORK WITH ANY CAMERA Supports 550+ cameras from Canon, Sony, Nikon, FUJIFILM, Leica, and more. Control your camera, fire the shutter, and adjust settings right from your device. PRICING & PLANS Start with a 7-day free trial of Capture One Mobile. Continue with a mobile subscription, or go All in One to get: * Capture One Pro (desktop) * Capture One Mobile * Capture One Live Unlimited * Priority support Upgrade to All in One and get the complete photo workflow, from capture to delivery.

Screenshots

Streambox App1 screens
Capture One4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Streambox App at 4.5 against Capture One's 3.5. Streambox App also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). Capture One's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (331 vs 4). 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. Capture One sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Streambox App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Streambox App holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Capture One has 331 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Streambox App ships an update every 3 months, Capture One fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Streambox App versus Capture One: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStreambox AppCapture One
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4 ratings) — better3.5 (331 ratings)
Positive reviews—18.1% of reviews
Number of ratings4331 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB1.4 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStreambox Inc.Capture One A/S

Customer experience

Streambox App

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

Capture One

All ratings331 ratings
Positive58.6%
Neutral5.1%
Negative36.3%
Written reviews459 reviews
Positive18.1%
Neutral14.6%
Negative67.3%

Bugs and requests

Streambox App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Capture One

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to log in due to keyboard not appearing
  • Inconsistent behavior when importing and exporting photos
  • Crashes when attempting to use certain editing features
  • Issues with wireless tethering and connection stability

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add layers, masks, curves, and other advanced editing tools
  • Enable direct import from camera/SD card, not just cloud sync
  • Allow opening and editing desktop Capture One sessions/catalogs
  • Improve tethering functionality with live view and camera control
  • Provide option to purchase app outright instead of subscription

In-app purchases

None

Streambox App

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Capture One

Subscriptions4
  • Capture One mobile7 Days trial$10.991 Month
  • All in One7 Days trial$39.991 Month
  • Capture One mobile7 Days trial$109.001 Year
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  • All in One7 Days trial$294.991 Year

Questions

Is Streambox App free?
Streambox App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Capture One free?
Capture One is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Streambox App or Capture One?
Streambox App is rated higher. Streambox App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Capture One averages 3.5 from 331 ratings.
Do Streambox App or Capture One have ads?
Neither Streambox App nor Capture One shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Streambox App or Capture One?
Streambox App ships an update every 3 months, and Capture One fortnightly. Most recently, Streambox App was updated on October 23, 2026 and Capture One on October 30, 2026.

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