Comparison

IP Camera Pro vs DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

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

Head to head
About

IP Camera Pro

Transform your iOS device into a wireless IP camera for security monitoring. Stream live video and audio, record based on motion detection, and upload recordings to cloud storage. Supports advanced streaming protocols and multi-camera capture.

Highlights
  • Wireless IP camera functionality
  • Bi-directional audio support
  • Motion detection with auto-recording
  • Cloud storage upload (OneDrive, FTP)
  • Live streaming to RTMP/SRT servers
  • Multi-camera capture (front, back, USB)
  • ONVIF and MJPEG viewer
Features
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"IP Camera" can turn your iOS device into a wireless IP Camera via built-in RTSP/RTSPS and HTTP/HTTPS Server for security monitoring WITH Bi-directional audio support, you can use your browser to view, of course, include "IP Camera", it can work with the 'IP Camera for Mac' via AirDrop. It supports auto video recording which based on Motion Detection and the video record can be uploaded to OneDrive or FTP server automatically and notify you via Email! "IP Camera" can push the video and audio to RTMP/SRT live media server (e.g. Push to YouTube, Facebook), and use for network broadcast. It also supports the rtmps security protocol and SRT protocol and it can also push the media to multiple media server at the same time. It also supports HEVC/AV1 over RTMP and can be used for YouTube Live currently. You can turn it on from IP Camera Server. It supports iOS 13 's Multi Cam feature which allows you to capture from front camera, back camera and external USB camera(For iPad Only) simultaneously and process into PIP video then transfer. It supports output video up to 4K UHD resolution and up to 60FPS (The maximum resolution and frame rate are based on your iOS devices). It supports UPnP port forwarding. If you can access your gateway via WAN, and the UPnP on your gateway is opened, you can also use WAN Url from WAN to visit IP Camera Server. It also supports user name and password authentication, default username and password are admin, you can modify from the Settings. "IP Camera" provides full IPv6 support! "IP Camera" is also a ONVIF and MJPEG viewer WITH video recording support! It also supports RTSP and SRT, RTMP protocols to playback! Finally, you can add another device's IP Camera Server quickly with build-in QR Code! Using HEVC for video recording/streaming requires iOS 11 or above, and the device must supports HEVC codec. IP Camera Bridge - A MJPEG video streaming and virtual microphone driver for Windows which can make your Windows applications using IP Camera as WebCam with audio input. https://github.com/shenyaocn/IP-Camera-Bridge

About

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

Transform your smartphone into a high-quality webcam for your PC or integrate it directly with OBS Studio. Enjoy seamless video and audio streaming over WiFi or USB, with options for HD and UHD resolutions. Ideal for streaming, video calls, and content creation.

Highlights
  • Use phone as PC webcam
  • Direct OBS Studio integration
  • WiFi and USB connections
  • Up to 1080p HD and 4K UHD video
  • Sound and picture included
  • HW assisted coding
  • Remote camera adjustment (Pro)
Features
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FEATURES - Chat using "DroidCam Webcam" on your computer, including sound and picture (more below). - Direct OBS Studio integration with the DroidCam OBS plugin (see below). - Unlimited free usage at standard definition (640x480). - Up to 1080p Full-HD video as a PC Webcam, and up to 4K UHD as an OBS Camera. - Both WiFi and USB connections supported*. - HW assisted coding and multiple video format options. - Simple, efficient, and trusted by millions of users worldwide. PC WEBCAM – droidcam.app Get the DroidCam PC Client to use your phone as a webcam. The client is available for Windows & Linux systems, and works with Zoom, Skype, Discord, and most other programs. → Go to droidcam.app on your computer to download and install the DroidCam Client, and to learn more about usage. OBS CAMERA – droidcam.app/obs Use DroidCam directly in OBS Studio by getting the DroidCam OBS plugin, no need for a separate client! The DroidCam OBS plugin is available for Windows, Mac and Linux (Flatpak) systems, and seamlessly integrates your phone into your setup. → Go to droidcam.app/obs on your computer to download, install, and learn more about usage. Bonus: You can use the 'OBS Virtual Camera' for Zoom/Skype/Discord integration, still no need for extra client software! SIMPLE & EFFICIENT DroidCam is designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind. What you see is what you get. The app is free to use at standard definition with no time limits. You can try HD video, but will need to purchase the pro upgrade to remove watermarks. PRO FEATURES The pro upgrade includes more than just HD video. Use Ultrawide and Telephoto lenses on iPhone 11+, adjust camera remotely from the computer, remove advertising, and more. Check the in-app Upgrade and Settings pages for more. With optimized power usage and low-latency video transfer, DroidCam can replace webcams and capture cards saving you $100s. Use it for remote work, remote learning, teaching, and content creation. --- *USB connection may require additional setup. Consult droidcam.app/help for setup information. Pro Upgrade price may vary by region. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription option automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase. Terms & Privacy: https://www.dev47apps.com/droidcam-terms-privacy.html

Screenshots

IP Camera Pro4 screens
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera at Free against IP Camera Pro's $2.99. DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.0) and review sentiment (77% vs 51%). IP Camera Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, device support 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

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera is free to download; IP Camera Pro costs $2.99 up front. DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year. IP Camera Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera has 2.2K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of IP Camera Pro's written reviews are positive against 77% of DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IP Camera Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
IP Camera Pro versus DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIP Camera ProDroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (24 ratings)4.6 (2.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.7% of reviews77.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings242.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#197 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer垚 沈DEV47APPS

Customer experience

IP Camera Pro

All ratings24 ratings
Positive41.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative41.7%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive50.7%
Neutral12.7%
Negative36.6%

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

All ratings2,247 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews470 reviews
Positive77.2%
Neutral4.7%
Negative18.1%

Bugs and requests

IP Camera Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera not working or crashing on certain devices
  • Connectivity issues between phone and computer
  • Unexpected behavior or loss of functionality after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for more advanced camera features (e.g., focus, zoom, exposure)
  • Improve compatibility with a wider range of devices and operating systems
  • Enhance performance and stability to reduce crashes and connection problems
  • Provide more customization options for video settings and output
  • Implement a more transparent and fair pricing structure

In-app purchases

None

IP Camera Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Upgrade$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$12.99

Questions

Is IP Camera Pro free?
IP Camera Pro costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera free?
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, IP Camera Pro or DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera?
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera is rated higher. IP Camera Pro averages 3.0 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera averages 4.6 from 2.2K ratings.
Do IP Camera Pro or DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera have ads?
DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera shows ads; IP Camera Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, IP Camera Pro or DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera?
IP Camera Pro ships an update every 2 weeks, and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera monthly. Most recently, IP Camera Pro was updated on September 22, 2026 and DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera on September 23, 2026.

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