# Mavis Camera vs USB Camera to NDI

The clearest difference is rating: Mavis Camera at 4.4 against USB Camera to NDI's 3.9. Mavis Camera also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 25%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mavis Camera sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days and USB Camera to NDI sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mavis Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mavis Camera has 746 ratings behind it against 102, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Mavis Camera's written reviews are positive against 25% of USB Camera to NDI's.

Mavis Camera ships an update fortnightly, USB Camera to NDI every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mavis Camera | USB Camera to NDI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (746 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mavis-camera-pro-capture/id979227459/reviews)** | [3.9 (102 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/usb-camera-to-ndi/id6476429895/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **746** | 102 |
| Positive reviews | **59.2% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 253 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mavis Broadcast Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458348258) | [TopDirector Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581209934) |

## What reviewers say

### Mavis Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mavis-camera-pro-capture/id979227459)

This app offers advanced video recording and live streaming capabilities for creators and professionals. It provides manual camera controls, professional monitoring tools, and various output options for seamless integration into modern workflows.

**Highlights:** ProRes, HEVC 10-bit, Open Gate recording, Custom and Filter LUTs for filmic looks, Advanced monitoring tools (focus peaking, zebras), Manual camera controls (focus, exposure, ISO), NDI® HX3 Certified, Camera to Cloud integrations (Frame.io, MediaSilo), Live streaming to YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, Facebook

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mavis C2C | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Pass | $29.99 | per year |
| Mavis C2C | $29.99 | per month |
| Timecode UltraSync BLUE | Free | one-time |
| Timecode | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gimbals | $2.99 | one-time |
| Buy us a coffee | $4.99 | one-time |
| Viewfinder | $5.99 | one-time |
| Formats | $5.99 | one-time |
| Pro Tools | $5.99 | one-time |
| Film Kit | $14.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $17.99 | one-time |
| API | $19.99 | one-time |
| NDI® | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
- 🎥 Excellent video quality and features
- 🔧 Comprehensive manual controls
- 🎨 Useful tools like focus peaking and waveform monitor
- 🔒 Stable and reliable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🚫 Removal of useful features like OpenGate
- 💰 Paywall for essential features like LUT support
- 🤔 Confusing layout and settings navigation
- 🔇 Issues with audio codec and sync

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent video metadata and resolution
- Upside-down video playback after switching cameras
- Inability to lock manual shutter speed and ISO
- Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity with external devices
- Saving videos taking an unusually long time

**Requested features**

- Dolby Vision HDR support
- Log color profile and flat picture settings
- Smooth zoom functionality
- Remote monitoring and control capabilities
- Improved gimbal integration and support


### USB Camera to NDI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/usb-camera-to-ndi/id6476429895)

This app allows you to monitor and convert UVC cameras to NDI streams in real-time. It supports various NDI formats, offers simultaneous recording to Photos, and can extend camera capabilities using HDMI adapters.

**Highlights:** Monitor UVC cameras for free, Switch between multiple UVC cameras, Real-time NDI conversion, Supports FULL NDI, NDI HX H.264, NDI HX HEVC, Record to Photos simultaneously, NDI tally status indicator

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Enable NDI Sending | $4.99 | one-time |
| Enable Recording and Snapshot | $9.99 | one-time |
| HDMI, ScreenMirroring, AirPlay | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mavis Camera free?

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

### Is USB Camera to NDI free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mavis Camera or USB Camera to NDI?

Mavis Camera is rated higher. Mavis Camera averages 4.4 out of 5 from 746 ratings, while USB Camera to NDI averages 3.9 from 102 ratings.

### Do Mavis Camera or USB Camera to NDI have ads?

Neither Mavis Camera nor USB Camera to NDI shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mavis Camera or USB Camera to NDI?

Mavis Camera ships an update fortnightly, and USB Camera to NDI every 5 weeks. Most recently, Mavis Camera was updated on October 24, 2026 and USB Camera to NDI on October 23, 2026.

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