Bitmovin Live Encoder vs Restream
Bitmovin Live Encoder
bitmovin.com
Restream
restream.ioSide by side
| Figure | Bitmovin Live Encoder | Restream |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $19/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 3 | 6 |
| Spec score · Live TV streaming services | 8.2 (#51) | 9.4 (#2) |
| Spec score · Live streaming software | 8.1 (#51) | 9.4 (#2) |
| Spec score · Live Streaming Software | 8.1 (#53) | 9.4 (#2) |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
Plans
Bitmovin Live Encoder
- Pay as you goPrice not published
- CustomPrice not published
- Pay as you go — Live EncoderFree
Restream
- Free planFree
- Standard$19 a month
- Professional$49 a month
- Business$239 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
- FreeFree
In their own words
Bitmovin Live Encoder
Bitmovin Live Encoder has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Restream
Restream lets users create videos, livestream across multiple social platforms and interact with viewers. Users can go live from a browser, use the web-based Studio or connect streaming software such as OBS and Zoom. Studio offers graphics, viewer comments and guest invitations; Restream Chat gathers comments from connected platforms in one place. Upload & Stream schedules recorded video to broadcast live, including while the user is offline. Clips can turn moments from streams and videos into short-form content with framing and captions. Restream supports more than 30 destinations, plus custom RTMP channels and integrations including YouTube, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, Kick and Vimeo. Cloud recordings are available online for access and sharing; listed plans allow 6 to 10 hours per stream. The free plan streams to two channels at once and includes Restream branding. Standard costs $19 a month for three channels without branding; Professional costs $49 a month and Business costs $239 a month. Annual pricing saves 20%. Studio screen sharing works in desktop browsers, not mobile browsers.