ChromaCam vs Webcamoid
ChromaCam
chromacam.meWebcamoid
webcamoid.github.ioSide by side
| Figure | ChromaCam | Webcamoid |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Spec score · Webcam Software | 7.6 (#23) | 8.7 (#6) |
| Platforms | The user guide says ChromaCam is available for Windows and Mac computers. | The project describes availability on GNU/Linux, Mac, Windows, Android, and FreeBSD. |
| Support | The shutdown notice says customers with questions about current use or transition can contact Personify for assistance. | Users are directed to the issue tracker to report bugs; paid issue bounties are also mentioned as an option for faster fixes or feature work. |
Plans
Webcamoid
- Free/open-source WebcamoidFree
- WebcamoidFree
- Webcamoid 9.3.0 APK$1.99, paid once
In their own words
Webcamoid
Webcamoid is a camera suite for capturing photos and videos across Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows. It manages multiple webcams with customizable controls and offers more than 60 effects for video and snapshots. Capture sources include local files and custom network streams, and desktop capture can record the screen or individual windows. It can stream to Twitch, YouTube, Kick, and other destinations, including multiple destinations at once. Local Streaming sends audio and video over HTTP to a browser or player on the local network without drivers. The virtual camera can provide enhanced video to other programs on GNU/Linux and Windows, but not Android or Mac. Webcamoid is translated into 68 languages and is free software under the GNU General Public License version 3 or later. Its listed plan is free. The project directs bug reports to its issue tracker and mentions paid bounties for faster fixes or feature work.