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Camo Studio vs Webcamoid
Both stand on virtual camera software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2
Camo Studio supports a wide range of cameras and offers image controls, scene composition, and integrations with more than 40 apps. The free plan is capped at 720p; Pro supports up to 4K and is listed from $9.99/mo.
Visit Camo Studio Free plan Open source AndroidAPILinux+3
Webcamoid covers webcam capture, effects, screen recording, and streaming across several platforms at no listed cost. Its virtual camera support is limited to GNU/Linux and Windows.
Visit WebcamoidThe facts
| Camo Studio | Webcamoid | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Windows | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Camo Pro annual: $49.99 a year | Webcamoid 9.3.0 APK: $1.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 8 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | camo.com | webcamoid.github.io |
| On virtual camera software | #2 of 34 | #1 of 34 |
Camo Studio: what it does well
- Works as a virtual camera in over 40 apps.
- Supports phones, webcams, DSLRs, and other cameras.
- Scene editor combines text, logos, and overlays.
- Free plan has no watermark, ads, or spam.
- Camo says media does not leave users’ devices.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 720p.
- Some features are marked coming soon on Android or Windows.
- Camo Studio requires macOS 12.3 or Windows 10 or later.
Webcamoid: what it does well
- Free software under GPL version 3 or later
- Offers more than 60 effects
- Can stream to multiple destinations at once
- Translated into 68 languages
What to know first
- Virtual camera is unavailable on Android and Mac
- Bug reports are directed to the issue tracker
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