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obs-websocket vs Moonlight
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
obs-websocket
8.0Remote-control OBS Studio through WebSockets
Moonlight
8.0GameStream client
| Metric | obs-websocket | Moonlight |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Games |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 4 | 988 |
| 90-day Installs | 18 | 2.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 211 | 8.8K |
| Version | 5.0.1 | 6.1.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 4.3K | 16.4K |
| GitHub Forks | 742 | 993 |
| Open Issues | 142 | 511 |
| License | GPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 7, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
obs-websocket
obs-websocket allows remote control of OBS Studio via WebSockets, enabling real-time automation and integration with other applications. It's ideal for streamers, content creators, and developers looking to enhance OBS workflows.
Enables remote control of OBS Studio through WebSockets for automation and integration.
Pros
- + Enables real-time remote control of OBS Studio
- + Efficient WebSockets for low-latency communication
- + Open-source with active community support
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited macOS support details
Moonlight
Moonlight is a GameStream client enabling gamers to stream games from a remote server to their devices. It supports multiple platforms, including macOS, Linux, Windows, and Steam Link, making it ideal for cross-platform gaming experiences.
Streams games from a remote server to your device.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for various devices
- + Active development with regular updates
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some ongoing issues on macOS