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Best RTMP Streaming Services in 2026

RTMP streaming services help send live video to online destinations. This list is for people who need a web service, app, API, or self-hosted option for streaming.

32 apps
Research read 23 Sept 2026
How the order is worked out

1

datarhei Restreamer

Free plan APILinuxMac+3

Restreamer combines self-hosted streaming, multiple input and output protocols, monitoring, and an integration API in free software.

7.6 Free plan Visit site
2

MediaMTX

Free plan APILinuxMac+3

MediaMTX provides broad protocol support, conversion, and disk-based recording in a free server. Users should plan for their own recording storage, since cloud recording is not available.

7.4 Free plan Visit site
3

OneStream Live

Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1

OneStream Live combines live and scheduled video workflows with browser, encoder, and mobile options.

7.3 Free plan · paid from $15/mo Visit site
4

ApexStream

Free plan Web

Choose ApexStream if you need a web workflow for live shows, multiple destinations, and recordings, with a free plan to start.

7.2 Free plan · paid from $25/mo Visit site
5

Restream
by Restream
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

Restream combines multistreaming, a browser-based studio, shared chat, scheduled recorded broadcasts, and clip creation.

7.2 Free plan · paid from $19/mo Visit site
6

Shed

Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

Pick Shed if you want a free, self-hosted studio with browser mixing, remote guests, and simultaneous multi-destination streaming.

7.2 Free plan Visit site
7

Streamlabs Multistream
by Streamlabs Multistream
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2

Streamlabs Multistream combines multi-destination broadcasting with chat, scheduling, and device handoff.

7.1 Free plan · paid from $15.75/mo (annual) Visit site
8

Livepush
by Livepush
Free plan Web

Livepush covers multistream distribution, custom RTMP destinations and recorded or looping video, with a no-card free plan.

7.0 Free plan · paid from $15/mo Visit site
9

Loola TV

Free plan Web

Loola TV offered centralized multistreaming, chat, recording, and RTMP workflows for several social platforms. Its documented features are historical because the service is no longer operating.

7.0 Free plan Visit site
10

Streamster

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb+1

Streamster offers free, monthly, and hourly billed options with different channel and bitrate limits. Compare each plan’s stated limits with your broadcast needs before choosing.

7.0 Free plan · paid from $0.48 Visit site
11

Meld Multi

Free plan Web

Meld Multi offers browser-managed cloud distribution with broad destination support and generous beta limits. Its beta status and requirement for another encoder should shape expectations.

6.9 Free plan Visit site
12

playout.video
by playout.video
Free plan Web

playout.video combines live production tools with scheduled, cloud-based streaming to multiple destinations.

6.8 Free plan · paid from $19/mo (annual) Visit site
13

Upstream

Free plan APIWeb

Choose Upstream if you need browser-based production, multistreaming, scheduled broadcasts, or looping cloud streams.

6.7 Free plan · paid from $30/mo Visit site
14

EchoStream

Free trial AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

EchoStream focuses on encoder-based distribution, cross-platform chat, and destination monitoring. Compare target limits across Starter, Pro, and Ultimate before selecting a plan.

6.5 From $9/mo · 7-day trial Visit site
15

Red5 Pro

Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+5

Red5 Pro offers protocol-rich streaming infrastructure with flexible deployment and plan-based recording, transcoding, and support.

6.1 From $29.99/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
16

Stream Repeater

Free plan WebWindowsMac+3

6.0 Free plan · paid from £3/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
17

Castr
by Castr
Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

Castr combines browser production, broad encoder compatibility, multistreaming, and enterprise-oriented controls.

5.9 From $16.67/mo (annual) · 7-day trial Visit site
18

Switchboard Live
by Switchboard Live
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+3

Switchboard Live centralizes multi-destination streaming with scheduling, analytics, partner access, and encoder compatibility.

5.9 Pricing on request Visit site
19

IN/OUT-SRT

Free plan

5.8 Free plan · paid from $5 Visit site
20

NeverDropLive

Free plan Web

5.8 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
21

Wowza Streaming Engine
by Wowza Streaming Engine
Free trial APILinuxSelf-hosted+2

Wowza Streaming Engine offers configurable streaming infrastructure with extensive protocols, APIs, transcoding, and recording.

5.8 From $195/mo Visit site
22

Google Cloud Live Stream API

Paid APIWeb

5.6 Visit site
23

StreamFlow

Free trial Web

StreamFlow centralizes multistream delivery, client project settings, usage credits, and operational reports in a web service.

5.6 From $15 Visit site
24

StreamNeo
by StreamNeo
Free trial Web

StreamNeo focuses on continuous YouTube broadcasting from uploaded files, with playlists, looping, scheduling, and automatic recovery.

5.5 From $9.99/mo · 1-day trial Visit site
25

Aircast

Paid Web

4.6 14-day trial Visit site

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Compare free-plan limits, trial terms, paid starting prices, destination capacity, SRT ingest, transcoding, recording, API access, and output protocols. If code access matters, check the licence for the tool you choose.

Questions

Are free RTMP streaming services available?

Yes. Services in this category include free plans. Check limits, features, and whether a paid upgrade is needed for your stream.

Do RTMP streaming services offer free trials?

Trial terms vary. Listed examples include a 14-day trial and a 7-day trial. Confirm the trial length and billing terms before starting.

Which platforms can these services run on?

Platform support listed for this category includes web, Windows, API, Android, iOS, and Linux. Check the service page for the platform you need.

What should I check for multi-destination streaming?

Compare the Max destinations field and the output protocols. These show how broadly a service can send your stream and which destinations may work.

Can I use SRT with an RTMP streaming service?

Some services list SRT ingest. Check that field for the service you are considering and confirm it fits your source setup.

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