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PlayIt Live vs Streamup
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 APIWebWindows
PlayIt Live covers core radio playout at no cost and adds scheduling, remote operation and voice tracking through paid modules. Its browser access, API and hardware integrations suit stations with distributed presenters or studio equipment.
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Streamup connects musicians and audiences through live shows, chat, tipping, and sharing tools. Its free access is balanced by the privacy policy’s data collection and security limitations.
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| PlayIt Live | Streamup | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web, Windows | iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Advanced Scheduling Module: $180 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 11 | 1 |
| Maker | PlayIt Live | Streamup |
| Website | playitsoftware.com | streamup.com |
| On live tv streaming services | #69 of 169 | #73 of 169 |
PlayIt Live: what it does well
- Free core audio playback
- Supports WAV, MP3 and MP4
- Online streaming and metadata sharing
- ASIO and GPIO hardware support
- HTTP control API included
What to know first
- Premium modules require additional purchase
- Voice Tracking uses concurrent-user pricing
- Updates are not applied automatically
- Each station module needs another seat
Streamup: what it does well
- Free plan at no cost
- Available on web and iOS
- Musicians can use their own encoder
- Genre browsing and live chat
- Streams can be embedded
What to know first
- No plan limits stated
- Security of transmitted information is not guaranteed
- Not directed at children under 13
- Collects signup, usage, and log information
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