DroidCam

DroidCam turns an Android or iOS phone into a webcam for computer chat and video production software. It connects by WiFi or USB and describes its video transfer as low latency. Compatible programs named by the service include Zoom, Discord, Microsoft Teams, and OBS Studio. Its OBS plugin connects a phone camera directly to OBS without a separate client. Image controls include exposure, focus, zoom, color adjustments, rotation, flipping, and mirroring, plus custom text, image, or video overlays. The PC webcam supports up to 1080p, while OBS integration supports up to 4K. The free plan provides 480p SD video without a watermark; HD and other Pro features require an upgrade. The listed Pro Upgrade is $4.99 a month, shown by Apple for the US storefront. The privacy policy says the application does not collect personal information and that audio and video streams are normally contained within the local network. It also notes that third-party analytics and advertising tools may collect usage or device-related information.

DroidCam offers phone-camera use with chat and production software, with a direct-to-OBS plugin and a range of image controls. The free plan is limited to 480p SD; HD and other Pro features require an upgrade.

DroidCam suits people who want to use a phone camera with chat or video production software, including OBS users. It supports Android and iOS phones and offers connections over WiFi or USB.

Overview

DroidCam turns an Android or iOS phone into a webcam for computer calls and video production. It is best suited to people who already have a capable phone camera, particularly OBS users who want a direct connection and manual image controls. The free tier is useful for basic, standard-definition calls, but sharper webcam work and advanced production use depend on upgrading.

You can send video over WiFi or USB, with low latency presented as a design goal. The computer-webcam route works with Zoom, Discord, Microsoft Teams, and OBS Studio; the dedicated DroidCam OBS plugin feeds the phone camera into OBS without a separate client. The PC webcam path reaches 1080p, while OBS integration reaches 4K, subject to the plan you choose.

DroidCam also offers exposure, focus, zoom, color, rotation, flipping, mirroring, and custom text, image, or video overlays. It has no background tools, so users seeking background replacement or similar effects should look elsewhere. Browse our Webcam Software directory for more options.

Key features

• WiFi and USB: Two connection methods let you choose between a cable and a local-network setup. That flexibility helps when a desk setup makes one method impractical.
• Chat compatibility: Named support for Zoom, Discord, and Microsoft Teams makes DroidCam a practical phone-camera substitute for meetings and calls, while OBS support extends it to recording and streaming.
• Direct OBS plugin: The plugin brings the camera straight into OBS, avoiding the separate PC client required by the standard webcam route. That is the clearest reason for OBS users to choose DroidCam.
• Manual image controls: Exposure, focus, zoom, color, orientation, mirroring, and flipping give creators more control than a basic virtual camera. Custom text, image, and video overlays are useful for branded or informational scenes.
• Resolution ceiling: The PC webcam supports up to 1080p and OBS integration up to 4K. Those ceilings matter most to paid users; the free plan is limited to 480p SD.
• Virtual camera and effects: DroidCam provides a virtual camera and video effects, but no background features.
• Privacy trade-off: Audio and video streams are normally contained within the local network, and the policy says the application does not collect personal information. Third-party analytics and advertising tools may still collect usage or device-related data, so privacy-sensitive users should weigh that exception.
• Support and compatibility: Email support asks for system details and, for PC Client problems, the latest client log. Ongoing or lifetime support is not guaranteed. The current client requires Windows 10 or later; older Windows users are directed to the classic client. The Windows OBS plugin requires OBS version 32 or later.

Pricing

Free is the sensible choice for occasional calls where 480p is acceptable and a watermark-free SD feed is enough. Pro fits regular streamers, presenters, and anyone who needs HD output or the broader Pro feature set. At $4.99 a month, it is an ongoing subscription rather than a one-time unlock, and the published price is specifically the Apple US storefront price.

Platforms

DroidCam supports Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and Linux. Windows users need Windows 10 or later for the current client, or the classic client on older systems. The OBS plugin's Windows requirement is OBS v32 or later.

Who it's for

Choose DroidCam if you want to repurpose a phone as a webcam, need WiFi or USB connectivity, or build OBS scenes around a phone camera. Its controls and overlay support suit creators who want to tune a shot rather than accept a fixed feed. It is less suitable if you require free HD video, background replacement, guaranteed long-term support, or a privacy policy without third-party analytics and advertising provisions.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Direct OBS integration avoids a separate client and supports up to 4K video.
• Pro: WiFi and USB connections accommodate different setups.
• Pro: Detailed camera controls and custom media overlays support more deliberate production work.
• Con: The free plan stops at 480p SD, making it a poor fit for free HD calls.
• Con: Pro is a $4.99 monthly subscription, not a stated lifetime purchase.
• Con: There are no background tools, and third-party tools may collect usage or device-related information.
• Con: Current Windows and OBS plugin requirements can exclude older installations.

Alternatives

• Animaze is the better pick for animated or avatar-led presentations; its Plus plan is $3.99 a month and adds 60 FPS streaming and removes the watermark.
• xpression camera suits users who want a freemium camera app with a free trial across desktop and mobile platforms.
• Camo Studio is preferable for a free 720p feed without watermark, ads, or spam.
• FineCam fits users who want scene-based tools and a 1 Month Plan at $9.95 a month with 720p/1080p output.
• Iriun Webcam offers a cross-platform free version, while its Pro version removes ads and watermark and adds manual camera controls.
• SplitCam Multistream is a free-forever option focused on multistreaming, scene composition, virtual camera, and AI background features.
• Webcam Effects is a lightweight free choice for live effects and short clips, with a web.camera mark.
• Webcamoid is the alternative for users who specifically want free, open-source software under GPL-3.0 or later.

Verdict

DroidCam is a strong choice for phone-camera owners who stream or record in OBS and value direct integration, manual controls, and flexible connections. The main reason to look elsewhere is the free tier's 480p limit: users who need free HD video, background tools, or a non-subscription upgrade will find a better fit among the alternatives.