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VMagicMirror vs VRL Cam
Both stand on vtuber software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
VMagicMirror combines desktop avatar animation with several input and tracking options, and the free edition provides a way to start. Check the Windows requirements and hardware warnings, and note that some Standard Edition features are restricted.
Visit VMagicMirrorChoose VRL Cam if you need tracked virtual production, VRM avatars, and several camera or video output paths on an Apple mobile device. Its free plan includes the app’s features for eligible personal and non-commercial use. Organizations and creators meeting the stated revenue threshold need the $49.99 a year Pro plan for commercial use.
Visit VRL CamThe facts
| VMagicMirror | VRL Cam | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Full Edition: ¥3,000, paid once | Pro: $49.99 a year |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | akiya64.github.io | vtoku.cam |
| On vtuber software | #14 of 25 | #18 of 25 |
VMagicMirror: what it does well
- Free Standard Edition is available.
- Supports keyboard, mouse, game controllers, and MIDI.
- Includes microphone-based lip sync and webcam head tracking.
- Commercial use is permitted under the license.
- Full Edition includes future updates.
What to know first
- Requires Windows 10 64-bit.
- Older AMD CPUs may crash at startup.
- Older GPUs may fail to load face textures.
- Refunds are unavailable.
VRL Cam: what it does well
- Imports VRM avatars and supports face tracking and VRMA animations.
- Sends camera motion and lens data over VMC/OSC and FreeD simultaneously.
- Supports NDI feeds, SRT streaming, and HDMI output.
- Records composited video with audio to Photos.
- Maker says it has no accounts, ads, analytics, or third-party tracking.
What to know first
- Requires iOS or iPadOS 26 or later and an ARKit-capable device.
- Face tracking requires a TrueDepth camera.
- SRTLA requires an SRTLA server.
- Commercial use requires Pro for organizations and qualifying creators.
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