Side by side
Cheese vs DroidCam
Both stand on camera apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
Choose Cheese if you use Linux with GNOME and want a free webcam app with effects, burst mode, and basic camera controls. It also provides fullscreen use and several sharing routes. Look elsewhere if you need a virtual camera or background tools.
Visit Cheese Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2
DroidCam provides phone-camera connections for chat and production software, with a direct OBS option. The free plan is limited to 480p SD, and the listed Pro Upgrade is $4.99 a month for the US Apple storefront.
Visit DroidCamThe facts
| Cheese | DroidCam | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | apps.gnome.org | droidcam.app |
| On camera apps | #2 of 18 | #1 of 18 |
Cheese: what it does well
- Free webcam photo and video capture for Linux.
- Applies effects to photos and videos.
- Burst mode captures a configured number of photos at a configured delay.
- Lets users choose webcams, set resolution, and adjust brightness and contrast.
- Offers fullscreen mode for kiosk settings.
What to know first
- Available on Linux only.
- No virtual camera is available.
- Background tools are not included.
DroidCam: what it does well
- Connects by WiFi or USB
- Compatible programs include Zoom, Teams and OBS Studio
- OBS plugin works without a separate client
- OBS integration supports up to 4K video
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 480p SD video
- HD and other Pro features require an upgrade
- Windows client requires Windows 10 or later
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