Comparison

Cascable Studio vs Elgato Capture

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

Head to head
About

Cascable Studio

Control and automate your camera functions directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Transfer photos and videos, trigger the shutter remotely, and utilize built-in automation tools for timelapses and more. Compatible with over 250 camera models.

Highlights
  • Remote camera control
  • Automated timelapses
  • Exposure bracketing
  • Shutter remote control
  • Fast image downloading
  • RAW capture support
  • Unified interface
Features
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Cascable Studio can take a good camera and make it amazing by helping you control and automate its functions right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can even transfer your photos and videos from it, all from one app. Compatible with more than 250 different cameras* from the biggest manufacturers, Cascable Studio connects via WiFi and USB* for super-fast image importing and much more. Whether you're a photography master or an eager hobbyist, Cascable Studio is the app your camera has been missing. Features include: - Full control of your camera's exposure and other settings right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. - Trigger the remote shutter for your camera through the app, whether in a studio, out in the field, or for a group shot. - Support for timelapses, exposure bracketing, and more with built-in automation tools. - Apple Watch support for controlling your camera's shutter — perfect for capturing those group shots! - TV output via both AirPlay and HDMI, making it easier to share your photos with others. - Built-in calculators for exposure and other features – great for astrophotography and more. - Fast and easy downloading of full resolution images (including RAW**) directly to your iPhone or iPad. - RAW capture with ease**. - Powerful drag-and-drop automation for creating complex and unique timelapse sequences and so much more. - Support for flash drives and SSDs for more flexible media storage options. - A zero-tap backup option so you'll never lose a photo again. - A single, unified interface regardless of the camera you use — no more learning curves when you buy a new camera! --- * Available features vary depending on camera model and connection method. When using USB, Cascable can import images from any camera that supports the industry-standard PTP protocol, and can fully remote control and automate Canon EOS, GoPro, Nikon, and Sony cameras. When using WiFi, Cascable supports WiFi or Ethernet equipped cameras from the following model ranges: - Canon EOS, PowerShot and IXUS/ELPH, - Fujifilm X and Finepix, - GoPro HERO 9 Black and newer, - Nikon D, - Olympus OM-D, PEN, and SH, - Panasonic LUMIX, - Phase One IQ4 with the XT or XF camera system, - Sony Alpha, HX, RX, and NEX. ** Fujifilm, GoPro, IXUS/ELPH models and certain older Panasonic/PowerShot models don't support RAW image transfer. See the Cascable Studio website for details. --- Cascable Studio Pro is required to unlock some additional features. Cascable Studio Pro is available as a one-time purchase or subscription – whichever you prefer. If you choose to subscribe to Cascable Studio Pro the purchase will be charged to your App Store account. The subscription will automatically renew 24 hours before it runs out and you can manage it from User Settings in the App Store. Terms and Privacy Policy: http://cascable.se/privacy --- Canon, EOS, PowerShot, IXUS and ELPH are trademarks of Canon Inc. Fujifilm and Finepix are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation. GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. Olympus, Olympus PEN, STYLUS and OM-D are trademarks of Olympus Corporation. Nikon is a trademark of Nikon Corporation. NEX, RX and α are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Uses the Camera Remote API by Sony.

About

Elgato Capture

Record and stream high-quality video from your Elgato capture device directly to your iPad. Control video and audio settings, capture footage, and monitor your feed on the go. Perfect for content creators and gamers who need a portable setup.

Highlights
  • Connect Elgato capture cards and cameras to iPad
  • Customizable video resolution and frame rate
  • Flexible audio input and output control
  • Record footage and take screenshots
  • Store recordings on iPad or external storage
  • Use iPad as a full-screen monitor
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Your Elgato capture card or camera now works with iPad!  Meeting up? Throw your iPad and capture card into your bag. Traveling? Leave your laptop at home. Now you have an ultra-compact yet powerful capture setup that can go anywhere whether you're an aspiring streamer, a content creator, or just want to relive your gaming moments. Connect one of these Elgato devices to your setup and unlock a world of possibilities: - HD60 X: Experience crisp, high-quality game capture with ease. - HD60 S+: Elevate your streaming game with seamless, low-latency recording. - Cam Link 4K: Unleash the potential of 4K video recording. - Facecam and Facecam Pro: Perfect for vlogging – try recording with the integrated iPad microphone or connect an Elgato Wave:3. With Capture, you have complete control over your recording experience: - Custom Video Settings: Choose your preferred video input format, including resolution and frame rate, to ensure your content looks exactly the way you want it. - Audio Management: Choose your preferred audio input from your capture device, or the iPad’s integrated front microphone. Toggle passing the audio to the speakers on and off as needed. An integrated audio meter ensures your audio setup is always on point. - Capture and Store: Record your gaming sessions, take screenshots, and effortlessly store them in your preferred location – Photo Library, Internal Storage, or even External Storage like a USB SSD or SD card. - iPad Monitoring: Utilize your iPad as a dedicated full-screen monitor, so you can game on-the-go. Elevate your content and share your gaming journey with the world like never before. Download Capture today and start capturing your epic moments with your Elgato devices! Compatibility: Works on iPads with native USB-C connector, i.e. iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch, iPad (10th generation and later), iPad Air (4th generation and later), and iPad mini (6th generation and later). Does not work on iPads with Lightning connector.

Screenshots

Cascable Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Elgato Capture at none against Cascable Studio's 8. Elgato Capture also leads on rating (4.2 vs 4.0). Cascable Studio's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (44% vs 33%). On price, ratings volume, ads and iOS requirement 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. Cascable Studio sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Elgato Capture asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Elgato Capture holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 380 and 169 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of Cascable Studio's written reviews are positive against 33% of Elgato Capture's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cascable Studio ships an update monthly, Elgato Capture every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Cascable Studio versus Elgato Capture: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCascable StudioElgato Capture
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (380 ratings)4.2 (169 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.1% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings380 — better169
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCascable ABCorsair Memory, Inc.

Customer experience

Cascable Studio

All ratings379 ratings
Positive71.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative19.0%
Written reviews220 reviews
Positive44.1%
Neutral15.0%
Negative40.9%

Elgato Capture

All ratings169 ratings
Positive80.5%
Neutral3.0%
Negative16.6%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative63.0%

User reviews

Cascable Studio

From 380 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Powerful remote control features
  • 🔍 Excellent camera control and preview
  • 📷 Great for tethered shooting
  • 🕰️ Useful intervalometer and bulb mode
  • 🌄 Helpful for astrophotography

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • ⚠️ Compatibility problems with some cameras
  • 🔍 Limited camera setting control
  • 🔍 Slow photo review and transfer speeds
  • 💰 Expensive for some users

Elgato Capture

From 169 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Turns iPad into PS5 monitor
  • 👍 Captures footage to photos
  • 👍 Functions as intended for capture
  • 👍 Records to external SSD
  • 👍 Great footage quality (M1 iPad Air)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Freezes during calls (Discord)
  • 🐛 No sound from Switch unless call ends
  • 🐛 App stopped working (Neo)
  • 🐛 No signal on new iPad 11th gen
  • 🐛 Not working with iPad

Bugs and requests

Cascable Studio

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when connecting to camera
  • Camera settings not applying correctly
  • Unreliable shutter triggering
  • Geotagging issues in certain regions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Full-screen mode without overlays
  • Ability to rate/sort photos on camera
  • Support for more camera models
  • Improved video recording capabilities
  • Background operation for intervalometer

Elgato Capture

Reported bugs

33 issues
  • App freezes and is unresponsive during calls
  • No sound from console unless call is ended
  • App stopped working with Neo
  • No signal with new iPad 11th gen
  • App crashes with OSStatus error -12743
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  • Recording at 720p takes longer to crash than 1080p
  • Error 12743 when recording
  • Cannot get app to work with iPad
  • App is unstable
  • Cannot record higher resolution than 1080p
  • Software does not detect HD60 S+
  • Does not work with iPad 10th generation
  • Never got a signal with USB-C adapters
  • Does not work on anything
  • Unreliable and loses work
  • Crashing with OSStatus error
  • Saving to Photos, iCloud Drive, or On My iPad crashes
  • Does not work with Xbox Series S (no HDMI IN)
  • Error when recording more than two seconds
  • No audio on recordings
  • Pass-through audio not working
  • Audio input setting not respected
  • 4K60 S+ not compatible
  • App crashes when microphone is in use on other apps
  • Does not recognize any devices
  • HD60 S is not compatible
  • Not stable as an output audio device
  • Ableton Live 11 Suite crashes when recording
  • Dark mode is broken on iPad Mini 6
  • Frame rate under 20fps with Camlink 4k
  • No audio passthrough
  • Setting to 4K shows blank screen with lower resolution input
  • Input needs to be connected and disconnected multiple times

Requested features

6 requests
  • Scale to fit image option
  • Record microphone and Elgato simultaneously
  • Add Chat Link Pro settings to app
  • Record HDR on iPad
  • Reset recording destination automatically
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  • Audio passthrough to speakers/headphones

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Cascable Studio

Subscriptions3
  • Cascable Pro (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Cascable Pro (Quarterly)$12.993 Months
  • Cascable Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time5
  • Complete My Bundle$4.99
  • Complete My Bundle$14.99
  • Cascable 7 Pro Upgrade$29.99
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  • Cascable Pro (Legacy)$99.99
  • Cascable Pro (No Subscription)$99.99
None

Elgato Capture

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cascable Studio free?
Cascable Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Elgato Capture free?
Elgato Capture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cascable Studio or Elgato Capture?
Elgato Capture is rated higher. Cascable Studio averages 4.0 out of 5 from 380 ratings, while Elgato Capture averages 4.2 from 169 ratings.
Do Cascable Studio or Elgato Capture have ads?
Neither Cascable Studio nor Elgato Capture shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cascable Studio or Elgato Capture?
Cascable Studio ships an update monthly, and Elgato Capture every 3 months. Most recently, Cascable Studio was updated on October 20, 2026 and Elgato Capture on October 17, 2026.

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