# FidoLED vs NDI HX Camera

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FidoLED at 83% against NDI HX Camera's 11%. FidoLED also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). NDI HX Camera's advantage is price (Free vs $2.99) and ratings volume (507 vs 18). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

NDI HX Camera is free to download; FidoLED costs $2.99 up front. NDI HX Camera sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. FidoLED asks for nothing beyond the download.

FidoLED holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NDI HX Camera has 507 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of FidoLED's written reviews are positive against 11% of NDI HX Camera's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FidoLED | NDI HX Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fidoled/id961615228/reviews)** | [4.4 (507 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ndi-hx-camera-stream-capture/id6502563620/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **507** |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 10.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#193** | — |
| Size | 16 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Darren Alexander](https://appshunter.io/developer/946616105) | [新雨 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559932632) |

## What reviewers say

### FidoLED

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fidoled/id961615228)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This app calculates LED screen specifications including pixel count, dimensions, and power draw. It can generate pixel grids for content mapping and export them as image files or Photoshop scripts. Users can request new LED makes and models to be added to the database.

**Highlights:** LED screen specification calculation, Pixel grid generation for content, Export options (image, Photoshop script), Customizable pixel shift offsets, Request new LED tile additions, Automatic and manual database updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 FidoLED free?

FidoLED costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NDI HX Camera free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FidoLED or NDI HX Camera?

FidoLED is rated higher. FidoLED averages 4.8 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while NDI HX Camera averages 4.4 from 507 ratings.

### Do FidoLED or NDI HX Camera have ads?

Neither FidoLED nor NDI HX Camera shows ads.

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

FidoLED ships an update every 5 months, and NDI HX Camera every 5 months. Most recently, FidoLED was updated on October 10, 2026 and NDI HX Camera on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*