All-in-One Switchers — Magewell Director vs YoloLiv YoloBox
Multi-camera switching, streaming and recording in one device. Every model compared by inputs, NDI support, battery, 4G, ISO recording and price.
YoloBox Pro
3 HDMI inputs, 8" touchscreen, battery, 4G LTE. Simple enough for untrained volunteers. Multi-platform streaming. Best-value AIO for regular weekly use.
View YoloLiv range →Magewell Director Mini
4 HDMI + IP/NDI sources. No PC. Professional audio mixing, graphics overlay, simultaneous 4 stream destinations. Long-term reliability for permanent deployments. £799 ex-VAT.
View product →YoloBox Mini
2 HDMI + 1 USB. Battery. 4G LTE. Pocket-sized. For small congregations, solo creators and location events where portability matters most.
View YoloLiv range →Magewell Director Plus
4K HDMI 2.0 + 10 IP/NDI sources. 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, 4-channel ISO recording, OLED touchscreen. For the largest venues and highest-spec productions. £1,460 ex-VAT.
View product →Magewell Director vs YoloLiv YoloBox — Key Differences
Magewell Director strengths
- Deeper audio mixing with audio gain per input and EQ
- Accepts IP/NDI sources alongside HDMI — cameras across the building via Ethernet
- More robust professional-grade build for permanent rack/install
- Simultaneous streaming to 4 RTMP/SRT + NDI + local recording
- Director Plus: 4K60, 5G cellular, Wi-Fi 6E, 4-channel ISO recording
- Better for broadcast professionals and large fixed installs
YoloLiv YoloBox strengths
- Built-in battery — no mains required; truly portable
- Built-in touchscreen monitor — no external monitor needed for operator
- Lower entry price — YoloBox Mini is significantly cheaper than Director Mini
- 4G LTE built-in on all models; 5G bonding on Ultra and Extreme
- Instant replay and score overlay built-in on higher models
- Better for location events, sports and worship with volunteer operators
Full Specification Comparison
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| Product | HDMI inputs | NDI/IP inputs | Max output | Codec | Stream dests | Local recording | Battery | 4G/5G built-in | Screen | Price ex-VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magewell Director | ||||||||||
| Director Mini | 4× HDMI 1.4 | ✓ IP/NDI | 1080p60 | H.264/H.265 | 4 | ✓ | — | — | Touchscreen | £799 |
| Director One | 4× HDMI 1.4 | ✓ IP/NDI | 1080p60 | H.264/H.265 | 4 | ✓ | — | — | Larger touchscreen | £1,049 |
| Director Plus | 4× HDMI 2.0 | ✓ 10× IP/NDI | 4K60 | H.264/H.265 | 4 | ✓ 4-ch ISO | — | ✓ 5G + Wi-Fi 6E | OLED touchscreen | £1,460 |
| YoloLiv YoloBox | ||||||||||
| YoloBox Mini | 2× HDMI | — | 1080p60 | H.264 | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ 4G LTE | Built-in screen | POA |
| YoloBox Pro | 3× HDMI | — | 1080p60 | H.264 | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ 4G LTE | 8" touchscreen | POA |
| YoloBox Ultra | 4× HDMI | ✓ NDI | 4K60 H.265 | H.265 | 5 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ 5G bonded | Built-in screen | POA |
| YoloBox Extreme | 8× HDMI + 3× USB | ✓ 6× NDI | 4K ISO recording | H.265 | 5 | ✓ 4K ISO | ✓ | ✓ 5G bonded | 11.2" OLED | POA |
Products in This Comparison
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