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Ranks 101–136 of 136 tools, best first

36 tools
  1. Best forFree self-hosted protocol streaming server

    A free, protocol-rich self-hosted server for custom live video workflows.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit MistServer
  2. Stream247

    Best forManaged 24/7 Twitch and YouTube channels

    A managed dual-platform service for always-on Twitch and YouTube channels.

    • 24/7 looping
    • Pre-recorded streams
    • Multistreaming
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Stream247
  3. Best forYouTube-focused automated prerecorded broadcasting

    A focused cloud service for scheduled, looping YouTube broadcasts without an always-on computer.

    • 24/7 looping
    • Pre-recorded streams
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Autostreamer
  4. Best forDevelopers needing a lightweight self-hosted RTMP stack

    A focused, open-source RTMP stack for developers running their own streaming infrastructure.

    • Multistreaming
    • Custom RTMP destinations
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit site
  5. Best forEmbedded browser broadcasting at scale

    A developer-focused browser encoder with detailed controls, diagnostics, and recovery.

    Free plan · 7-day trial Our nanoStream Webcaster verdict → Visit nanoStream
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit nanoStream
  6. Best forAxis camera operators needing automation

    A focused streaming app for automating broadcasts from Axis IP cameras.

    • 24/7 looping
    • Multistreaming
    • Custom RTMP destinations
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit CamStreamer
  7. Castloop

    Best forCloud-based 24/7 looping streams

    A practical cloud streamer for continuous loops across major platforms.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Castloop
  8. Best forAffordable relay-based multistreaming

    An affordable relay for encoder-based multistreaming, without a browser studio or scheduler.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit EchoStream
  9. Best forBrands running 24/7 prerecorded channels

    A focused cloud service for brands running prerecorded channels around the clock.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Frontlayer
  10. Best forDesktop operators running scheduled 24/7 streams

    A scheduling-focused desktop broadcaster for continuous prerecorded streams.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Try Livecaster 24×7
  11. YouNow

    Best forCasual mobile and browser broadcasting

    A flexible free starting point for casual broadcasts, chat, guests, and community interaction.

    • Browser-based studio
    • Multistreaming
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit YouNow
  12. Best forSimple low-cost RTMP multistreaming

    A focused web service for low-cost RTMP multistreaming without mandatory subscriptions.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit StreamFlow
  13. YTStream

    Best forYouTube channels running prerecorded streams

    A focused cloud service for continuous prerecorded YouTube streams.

    • 24/7 looping
    • Pre-recorded streams
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit YTStream
  14. Best forSimple automated cloud playout

    A focused web service for scheduled, always-on video channels without dedicated playout hardware.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Cloud Playout
  15. Loola TV

    Best forSimple social multistreaming

    A practical browser-based option for creators who want simple social multistreaming.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Loola TV
  16. Best forOpen-source stations with emergency broadcasting

    A capable self-hosted station platform with scheduling, streaming, graphics, and emergency alerts.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit the site
  17. Best forWindows users needing a traditional encoder

    A traditional Windows encoder for live events that need hardware capture and local recording.

    • Custom RTMP destinations
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit StreamEez-Pro
  18. Icecast

    Best forOperators hosting self-managed audio streams

    A free, open-source server for operators delivering self-managed audio streams.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Icecast
  19. Best forSelf-hosters needing a simple interactive stream

    A focused open-source choice for interactive, self-hosted browser streaming.

    • Browser-based studio
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Viibestream
  20. Best forLow-cost prerecorded YouTube streaming

    A low-cost way to turn MP4 files into continuous YouTube live broadcasts.

    • 24/7 looping
    • Pre-recorded streams
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit StreamAdda
  21. Louper

    Best forCollaborative livestream review rooms

    A focused review room for synchronized, high-resolution post-production collaboration.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Louper
  22. Best forAutomated internet radio stations

    A focused Windows solution for continuous, scheduled internet radio broadcasting.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Spacial
  23. PulseCast

    Best forBasic automated looping video streams

    A focused cloud streamer for continuous prerecorded video on one destination.

    • 24/7 looping
    • Pre-recorded streams
    • Custom RTMP destinations
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit PulseCast
  24. Best forCreators monetizing mobile social livestreams

    A free social streaming service with several built-in creator revenue tools.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Peeks Social
  25. Best forDevelopers needing a free SRT relay server

    A focused, self-hosted SRT relay and recording server for technical teams.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Try SRT Live Server
  26. Best forPodcasters adding simple live video

    A focused browser studio for recording podcast guests and streaming to YouTube or Twitch.

    • Browser-based studio
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Castmorphic
  27. Mirrativ

    Best forMobile gamers streaming smartphone apps

    A free mobile streaming app for gamers and creators who want interactive broadcasts.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Mirrativ
  28. RadioDJ

    Best forWindows users automating internet radio

    A focused free option for Windows-based radio automation and internet broadcasting.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit RadioDJ
  29. Streamup

    Best forMusicians building a free live community

    A free, musician-focused streaming service with community tools but limited platform coverage.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Streamup
  30. Best forOpen-source collaborative live audio sessions

    A focused open-source studio for collaborative live audio, recording, and streaming.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit OpenStudio
  31. Best forCreators making gameplay highlight reels from streams

    A free Streamlabs Desktop feature for turning gameplay moments into edited highlight reels.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Streamlabs
  32. Best forRadio stations needing scheduled internet playout

    A focused Windows playout system for scheduled internet radio broadcasting.

    Free plan · 14-day trial Our PlayIt Live verdict → Visit PlayIt Live
    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit PlayIt Live
  33. Best forWindows users streaming local computer audio

    A focused, free utility for sending Windows audio across a local network.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit SWYH
  34. Rivendell

    Best forRadio stations needing automated audio playout

    A focused Linux system for automated radio audio playout, scheduling, and podcast management.

    3.0/10★★☆☆☆
    Visit Rivendell
  35. Best forViewers seeking live television entertainment

    A consumer live-TV service with strong viewing and DVR features, not broadcasting software.

    • Cloud recording
    1.7/10★☆☆☆☆
    Visit Hulu
  36. ViarLive

    Best forInteractive virtual tours, not live streaming

    A capable virtual-tour platform, but not a live-streaming product.

    0.5/10☆☆☆☆☆
    Visit ViarLive

No tools match those filters.

Compare at a glance

#ToolFree planPaid fromScore
101MistServerYesFree3.0
102Stream247No£149/mo3.0
103AutostreamerNo$12/mo3.0
104nginx-rtmp-moduleYesFree3.0
105nanoStream WebcasterYes$239/mo3.0
106CamStreamer AppNo$299/device one-time3.0
107CastloopNo$290/yr3.0
108EchoStreamNo$9/mo3.0
109Frontlayer PseudoliveNo$49/mo3.0
110Livecaster 24×7No3.0
111YouNowYes3.0
112StreamFlowNo3.0
113YTStreamNo$19/unit/mo3.0
114Cloud PlayoutNo$25/mo3.0
115Loola TVYes3.0
116OpenBroadcasterYesFree3.0
117StreamEez-ProNo$199.90 one-time3.0
118IcecastYesFree3.0
119ViibestreamYesFree3.0
120StreamAddaNo₹1,800/mo3.0
121LouperYes$33/mo3.0
122SAM Broadcaster ProNo$299 one-time3.0
123PulseCastNo$19/mo3.0
124Peeks SocialYesFree3.0
125SRT Live ServerYesFree3.0
126Castmorphic StudioNo3.0
127MirrativYes3.0
128RadioDJYesFree3.0
129StreamupYesFree3.0
130OpenStudioYesFree3.0
131Streamlabs HighlighterYesFree3.0
132PlayIt LiveYes3.0
133Stream What You HearYesFree3.0
134RivendellYesFree3.0
135Hulu + Live TVNo$89.99/mo1.7
136ViarLiveNo$115.10/yr0.5

Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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