# vMix Virtual Control Surface vs TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)

The clearest difference is price: TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) at Free against vMix Virtual Control Surface's $19.99. TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (64% vs 40%). vMix Virtual Control Surface's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) is free to download; vMix Virtual Control Surface costs $19.99 up front. TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. vMix Virtual Control Surface asks for nothing beyond the download.

TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of vMix Virtual Control Surface's written reviews are positive against 64% of TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)'s.

vMix Virtual Control Surface ships an update every 4 months, TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | vMix Virtual Control Surface | TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $19.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.9 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vmix-virtual-control-surface/id978932322/reviews) | **[4.5 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topdirectorcamndisrt-camera/id1581278019/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **12** |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **63.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Seth Haberman](https://appshunter.io/developer/978932321) | [TopDirector Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581209934) |

## What reviewers say

### vMix Virtual Control Surface

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vmix-virtual-control-surface/id978932322)

This app provides a virtual control surface for the vMix video switching software. It allows users to control vMix functions remotely over a network, mimicking the feel of a hardware switcher with numerous programmable buttons and faders.

**Highlights:** 512 preview buttons, 512 program buttons, 512 audio input faders, Audio channel control, Clip playback control, Transition and DSK buttons, Programmable user buttons

**In-app purchases:** none


### TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topdirectorcamndisrt-camera/id1581278019)

This app functions as a wireless camera input for another application, allowing users to switch between live camera feeds and local media. It offers instant playback control, speed modification, and supports various resolutions and frame rates for professional video production.

**Highlights:** Wireless camera input, Switch between camera and local movie, Instant playback and speed control, Chroma Key for virtual studio, Teleprompter functionality, NDI compatibility, Support for multiple resolutions and frame rates

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ads Banner | $0.99 | one-time |
| NDI(Low Latency)+Tally Prompt | $4.99 | one-time |
| Teleprompter | $4.99 | one-time |
| Screen Mirroring/AirPlay | $4.99 | one-time |
| Movie Playback and Slow Motion | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chroma Key | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is vMix Virtual Control Surface free?

vMix Virtual Control Surface costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) free?

TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, vMix Virtual Control Surface or TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)?

TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) is rated higher. vMix Virtual Control Surface averages 3.9 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) averages 4.5 from 12 ratings.

### Do vMix Virtual Control Surface or TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) have ads?

Neither vMix Virtual Control Surface nor TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, vMix Virtual Control Surface or TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera)?

vMix Virtual Control Surface ships an update every 4 months, and TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) every 2 months. Most recently, vMix Virtual Control Surface was updated on October 17, 2026 and TopDirectorCam(NDI/SRT Camera) on October 14, 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.*