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Ant Media Server vs Streamster
Both stand on live tv streaming services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneSelf-hosted
Ant Media Server covers low-latency streaming, recording, multistreaming, and varied deployment models. The free edition is limited, while the trial and paid plans provide paths for larger streaming operations.
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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.
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| Ant Media Server | Streamster | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Self-hosted | Android, iPhone, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Hourly License: $0.24 a month | LITE (monthly): $15 a month |
| Plans published | 11 | 19 |
| Maker | Ant Media Server | Not published |
| Website | antmedia.io | streamster.io |
| On live tv streaming services | #21 of 169 | #17 of 169 |
Ant Media Server: what it does well
- Supports many streaming protocols
- Offers browser-based studio and multistreaming
- No fixed connection or viewer limit
- Records to local, remote, or AWS S3 storage
- 14-day trial requires no credit card
What to know first
- Community Edition has limited functions
- Paid pricing starts at $89/mo (annual)
- Many deployment and scaling options may require setup
Streamster: what it does well
- Supports up to four destinations
- Available on web, Windows, iOS, and Android
- Free plan includes two channels
- Paid plans include options up to 4K
What to know first
- No browser-based studio
- Free plan recommends a maximum of 720p
- Monthly plans cost 15.00–$75 a month
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