Side by side
Be.Live vs OpenBroadcaster
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 iPhoneWeb
Be.Live combines multistream distribution, broadcast customization, comment tools, and post-stream editing in a browser service. Check the trial limits, browser support, and plan-based recording retention before choosing it.
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OpenBroadcaster combines broadcast scheduling, playout, media management, streaming, and emergency alerts in one self-hosted system. Its free AGPL3 licensing and broad integration list suit broadcasters managing their own infrastructure.
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| Be.Live | OpenBroadcaster | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Web | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | OpenBroadcaster |
| Website | be.live | openbroadcaster.com |
| On live tv streaming services | #62 of 169 | #66 of 169 |
Be.Live: what it does well
- Streams to Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and 40+ RTMP destinations
- Custom logos, backgrounds, layouts, and intro videos
- AI-assisted comment highlighting in Be.Live Studio
- Web editor trims and repurposes broadcast footage
- Free plan follows the 14-day trial automatically
What to know first
- Trial sessions are limited to 60 minutes
- Trial total is limited to 180 minutes
- Custom RTMP is unavailable during the trial
- Safari has limited features
OpenBroadcaster: what it does well
- Free commercial use under AGPL3
- Radio and television automation tools
- CAP alerts without extra license fee
- Browser access with documented API
- Supports multiple streaming integrations
What to know first
- Self-hosting requires operational responsibility
- Security updates last approximately three or more years
- Large library capacity depends on filesystem inodes
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