Best live stream broadcaster apps for Android
Live stream broadcaster apps capture, encode and send video from your phone or a connected camera to streaming platforms, for events, classes or games.
8 apps ranked · How we rank
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A free, well-equipped streaming app for phone-first broadcasters who want overlays, chat and simulcasting without a PC.
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A free, ad-supported app that is the natural home for live streams, chat communities and phone-based broadcasting.
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A focused multicamera streaming app that rewards anyone already invested in Mevo hardware, with the best features behind a Pro subscription.
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A free, phone-first streaming app that suits mobile gamers and IRL creators, with multistreaming and connection protection reserved for Ultra subscribers.
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A free, ad-supported way for clubs and families to stream games and follow players across a season.
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A free, focused control app for Mevo camera owners, with multistreaming gated by subscription and NDI gated by hardware.
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A broad, protocol-rich Android encoder for streamers and production crews, with the most useful professional features behind a $9.99 monthly subscription.
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A specialist $19.99 tool that turns a phone into an NDI source, best for existing NDI production workflows.
About live stream broadcaster apps
They range from quick setups for casual streamers to multi-camera production for professionals, and let you manage scenes and overlays without a computer. They differ in the control they give over video quality, audio mixing and scene transitions, and in how well they cope with unstable connections and network drops. Some prioritize simplicity and direct links to the major platforms, while others add custom bitrate settings and external camera support. Check that an app supports the platforms you stream to and suits your technical comfort.
What to look for
- Check which streaming platforms the app supports directly, since some only work with one service while others let you connect to several.
- Look at the level of control over video and audio settings, such as resolution, bitrate, and separate audio tracks, because this affects stream quality and flexibility.
- Consider how the app handles network interruptions, such as automatic reconnection or adaptive bitrate, to keep your broadcast running when your connection drops.
- Find out if the app is free with ads, free with limited features, or requires a one-time purchase or subscription to unlock advanced tools.
- Check whether the app works offline for local recording or requires a constant internet connection to function.
How we rank
Apps are ranked by their Google Play rating (weighted by how many people rated them), their number of installs, how recently they were updated and how closely they fit the category. Only apps we've reviewed are included.