# Mavis Camera vs LuxconConnect

The clearest difference is rating: LuxconConnect at 5.0 against Mavis Camera's 4.4. LuxconConnect also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 15) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Mavis Camera's advantage is ratings volume (742 vs 1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mavis Camera sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. LuxconConnect asks for nothing beyond the download.

LuxconConnect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mavis Camera has 742 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Mavis Camera ships an update fortnightly, LuxconConnect every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mavis Camera | LuxconConnect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (742 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mavis-camera-pro-capture/id979227459/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luxconconnect/id6738978192/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **742** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 252 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mavis Broadcast](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458348258) | [Cole Cyccone](https://appshunter.io/developer/1783262057) |

## 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


### LuxconConnect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luxconconnect/id6738978192)

Control your LED lighting setup with this app. Adjust individual LED colors and brightness, save custom presets, and utilize built-in animation effects for dynamic lighting. It offers a tungsten mode for warm lighting and a landscape-optimized interface.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth/USB LED control, Individual color/brightness adjustment, Save/load custom presets, Built-in animation effects, Tungsten mode, Landscape interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mavis Camera free?

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

### Is LuxconConnect free?

LuxconConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Mavis Camera or LuxconConnect?

LuxconConnect is rated higher. Mavis Camera averages 4.4 out of 5 from 742 ratings, while LuxconConnect averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Mavis Camera or LuxconConnect have ads?

Neither Mavis Camera nor LuxconConnect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mavis Camera or LuxconConnect?

Mavis Camera ships an update fortnightly, and LuxconConnect every 6 weeks. Most recently, Mavis Camera was updated on September 24, 2026 and LuxconConnect on June 9, 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.*