Louper vs YouTube
Louper
louper.io
YouTube
youtube.comSide by side
| Figure | Louper | YouTube |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $33/mo | $1.99/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 8 | 5 |
| Spec score · Live TV streaming services | 8.2 (#59) | 9.0 (#7) |
| Spec score · Live Streaming Software | 8.0 (#69) | 8.9 (#11) |
| Spec score · Live streaming software | 8.0 (#68) | 8.9 (#11) |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Security | Louper states that it is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and undergoes regular vulnerability and penetration testing. | Google says it uses encryption for data in transit and offers security tools including Safe Browsing, Security Checkup, and 2-Step Verification. |
| Support | Louper offers email support for setup help, and Enterprise customers have priority access to Customer Success by live chat and email. | YouTube directs users to its Help Center, Help Community, and TeamYouTube for troubleshooting and updates. |
Plans
Louper
- FreeFree
- Starter$33 a month
- Studio$73 a month
- Free — quarterlyFree
- Starter — quarterlyPrice not published
- Studio — quarterlyPrice not published
- Enterprise — quarterlyPrice not published
- EnterprisePriced on request
YouTube
- Sports + News Plan$49.99 a month
- YouTube TV$59.99 a month
- Sports Plan$64.99 a month
- 4K Plus$9.99 a month
- More premium TV add-ons$1.99 a month
In their own words
Louper
Louper is a livestreaming and collaboration platform for media creators reviewing camera feeds and creative software output, including NLE, DAW, VFX, and grading sessions. Livestreams support frame-accurate video up to 4K, high bitrates, and 48kHz stereo audio. Teams can upload media, watch it together with synchronized playback, and leave comments tied to frames and timestamps. Browser rooms include video chat and on-screen annotations; Review Links and Showcases support asynchronous review and presentation. Native streaming plugins are available for Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer, with additional inputs through NDI, screen capture, and compatible HDMI or SDI hardware. Rooms run in a browser, so clients can join without an app download. Desktop Encoder is available for macOS and Windows; StreamConnect supports viewing on Apple TV, iOS, and macOS. Louper states that it is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and undergoes regular vulnerability and penetration testing. The free plan is free. Starter is $33 a month billed annually; Studio is $73 a month billed annually.
YouTube
YouTube is a service for discovering, watching, and sharing videos and other content, as well as a platform for creators and advertisers. People can browse and search without a Google account, though some features require one. Channel owners can upload videos, comment, and make Shorts and playlists; YouTube Studio is the place to post videos and edit a channel. Shorts are vertical videos of 60 seconds or less, alongside longer videos. Recommendations use signals such as viewing behavior, likes, dislikes, subscriptions, and satisfaction feedback. Users can pause, edit, or delete their search and watch history. Developers can use YouTube APIs to embed playback, search and manage content, review analytics, add subscribe buttons, and manage live streams. Eligible Partner Program creators may access multiple revenue streams, subject to regional availability and program criteria. The free service is listed for Android, iOS, and web, with an API. YouTube Premium adds ad-free viewing on millions of videos, offline downloads, background play, and ad-free music in YouTube Music, though some creator and event promotions may remain. Premium plan options include individual, household family, and annually verified student plans.