Bamboo Cloud vs Flowplayer
Bamboo Cloud
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flowplayer.comSide by side
| Figure | Bamboo Cloud | Flowplayer |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $25/mo | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Spec score · Video Hosting Platforms | 8.5 (#9) | 8.6 (#8) |
| Company history | Bamboo Cloud says it was founded in 2012. | Flowplayer says its first version was released as an open-source project in 2004. |
| Founded | 2012 | 2004 |
| Live streaming | Live streams support up to 1080p, can be delivered through an embedded player or HLS link, and are automatically recorded as VOD clips. | The platform supports live streams, scheduled streams, 24/7 streams, and simulated-live playlists. |
| Monetization | The platform lists advertising, subscriptions, pay-per-view, and transaction-based video as monetization options. | Advertising features include client-side and server-side ad insertion, advertising pods, header bidding, and advertising analytics. |
| Product | Bamboo Cloud combines video hosting, branded OTT apps, live streams, FAST channels, and monetization in one video platform. | Flowplayer offers an online video player and platform for hosting and delivering on-demand, live, and simulated-live video. |
| Support | The terms provide basic support at no additional charge and state commercially reasonable efforts to make the service available 24/7, with listed exceptions. | The pricing page lists a self-service knowledge base, email support, dedicated SLA and support plans, and a customer success manager among support options. |
Plans
Bamboo Cloud
- Bamboo FreeFree
- Bamboo Basic$25 a month
- Bamboo Pro$75 a month
- Bamboo BusinessPriced on request
Flowplayer
- Video Platform Growth Plan$99, paid once
- Player Only PlanPriced on request
- Video Platform EnterprisePriced on request
In their own words
Bamboo Cloud
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Flowplayer
Flowplayer has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.