# Mavis Camera vs OpenOrigins Source

The clearest difference is rating: OpenOrigins Source at 5.0 against Mavis Camera's 4.4. OpenOrigins Source also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 15). Mavis Camera's advantage is ratings volume (742 vs 1) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). 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. OpenOrigins Source asks for nothing beyond the download.

OpenOrigins Source 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, OpenOrigins Source monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mavis Camera | OpenOrigins Source |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/openorigins-source/id6743851020/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **742** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 252 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mavis Broadcast](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458348258) | [OpenOrigins Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617781715) |

## 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


### OpenOrigins Source

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openorigins-source/id6743851020)

Capture photos and videos with built-in tamper-evident proof of creation. Verify media authenticity using share links or QR codes, with a unique 3D depth map to prevent screen captures. Ideal for professionals needing to prove media is genuine.

**Highlights:** Tamper-evident proof of creation, Time and location recording, Device details recorded, Verification via share link or QR code, 3D depth map for authenticity, SDK for developer integration

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mavis Camera free?

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

### Is OpenOrigins Source free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Mavis Camera or OpenOrigins Source?

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

### Do Mavis Camera or OpenOrigins Source have ads?

Neither Mavis Camera nor OpenOrigins Source shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mavis Camera or OpenOrigins Source?

Mavis Camera ships an update fortnightly, and OpenOrigins Source monthly. Most recently, Mavis Camera was updated on September 24, 2026 and OpenOrigins Source on September 3, 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.*