The Best Streaming Webcams Under $100

It is small enough to disappear on a monitor. It records 1080p at up to 100fps, or 720p at 150fps, which keeps fast movement smooth. AI framing can switch to a group mode that keeps several people in shot.

Nothing else here matches its 150fps top frame rate; the Tiny SE with tripod comes closest at 120fps. It is the only pick here with an autofocus focus and framing; the Tiny SE has a PTZ AI tracking focus and framing instead. On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper Acer A640 and the pricier Tiny SE, at the time of writing.

It also offers a 120fps top frame rate. Its two-axis gimbal physically follows you, and gesture controls let you change framing without touching the PC. PDAF autofocus and 4x digital zoom keep close-ups sharp.

A mini tripod comes in the box, so it can stand on a desk away from the monitor. On top frame rate it sits mid-pack at 120fps: the Meet SE offers 150fps, and the Acer A640 comes in at 60fps. Its motorized gimbal needs clearance above the monitor to tilt and pan. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the Tiny SE.

It is the low-cost tracking camera here. It records 1080p at up to 100fps and 720p at 150fps, and AI tracking keeps you in frame. It suits streamers who move around.

Its 100fps top frame rate ranks third of 5 here, behind the Meet SE (150fps) and ahead of the Acer A640 (60fps). A PTZ AI tracking focus and framing is unique to it among these picks, while the Meet SE uses an autofocus focus and framing. Its motorized gimbal needs clearance above the monitor to tilt and pan. It was priced above the Meet SE and below the Tiny SE with tripod at the time of writing.

It also offers a 60fps top frame rate. The built-in ring light has three colour temperatures and dims by touch, which helps in a dark room. TOF autofocus and two noise-cancelling mics cover calls without extra gear.

You get a TOF autofocus focus and framing here, which sets it apart from the Acer A640 and its a PDAF focus and framing. You also get stepless dimming. 4K output needs a USB 3 port and an app that accepts 4K; most video-call apps send 1080p or less.

No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Acer A640 was closest. What it gives up: top frame rate of 60fps, behind the Meet SE (150fps); by contrast, the Meet SE offers 150fps.

It was the lowest-priced webcam here at the time of writing. PDAF autofocus locks on quickly without the hunting of contrast autofocus, and a Sony 1/2.8-inch sensor records 4K. It suits streamers who move closer and further from the camera.

It matches the Galyimage ring light on top frame rate (60fps). A PDAF focus and framing is unique to it among these picks, while the Meet SE uses an autofocus focus and framing. It also comes with AI noise cancelling on the microphone and a USB-A to USB-C adapter in the box.

4K output needs a USB 3 port and an app that accepts 4K; most video-call apps send 1080p or less. It was priced above the Galyimage ring light and below the Meet SE at the time of writing. It gives ground on top frame rate, where the Meet SE offers 150fps.