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StreamYard alternatives

StreamYard is a browser-based live streaming and recording studio for creators. Here are 24 similar tools on DevHunt, starting with the closest matches.

Quick answerThe best free StreamYard alternative is OBS Studio, for free desktop live streaming. Pick Loom for screen recording and messaging, or Zoom for browser-based live streaming.

At a glance

4 closest to StreamYard
ToolBest forPricingVotesComparison
OBS StudioFree desktop live streamingFree, open source—vs StreamYard →
LoomScreen recording and messagingPaid—vs StreamYard →
ZoomBrowser-based live streamingPaid—vs StreamYard →
KdenliveVideo editingFree, open source—vs StreamYard →

How to choose

  • For free desktop live streaming: OBS Studio (free, open source)
  • For screen recording and messaging: Loom (paid)
  • For browser-based live streaming: Zoom (paid)
  • For video editing: Kdenlive (free, open source)
  • For browser-based multistream live broadcasting: StreamYard itself

Closest alternatives

compared with StreamYard
  • OBS Studio▲ 0 · Free

    OBS Studio is a free open-source desktop app; StreamYard runs fully in the browser with built-in multistream and guest management. StreamYard vs OBS Studio →

  • Loom▲ 0 · Subscription

    Loom focuses on screen recording and video messaging, while StreamYard provides live multistream broadcasting and webinars. StreamYard vs Loom →

  • Zoom▲ 0 · Subscription

    Zoom offers video meetings and webinars with its own client; StreamYard provides browser-based streaming with branding and multistream features. StreamYard vs Zoom →

  • Kdenlive▲ 0 · Free

    Kdenlive is a video editor for post-production, whereas StreamYard is a live streaming and recording studio. StreamYard vs Kdenlive →

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FAQ

What is the best alternative to StreamYard?+

The closest StreamYard alternatives are OBS Studio (free desktop live streaming), Loom (screen recording and messaging) and Zoom (browser-based live streaming). Kdenlive is also close. Each one links to a side-by-side comparison with StreamYard.

What is the best free alternative to StreamYard?+

OBS Studio (free desktop live streaming) is the closest free alternative to StreamYard. Kdenlive (video editing) is free too.

Is there an open source alternative to StreamYard?+

Yes. OBS Studio (free desktop live streaming) and Kdenlive (video editing) are open source.

What is StreamYard used for?+

StreamYard is a browser-based live streaming and recording studio for creators. Common uses: live stream a product launch across Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn, record a podcast with remote guests and get separate high-quality audio files and host a branded webinar with up to 100 viewers and embed it on your site.

Is StreamYard free?+

StreamYard has a free tier and paid plans, with a free trial.