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Head-to-head · Live Stream Scheduling Software

Amagi CLOUDPORT vs Lightcast

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Amagi CLOUDPORT #2 in Live Stream Scheduling Software 9.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 3 features Visit Amagi
Lightcast #5 in Live Stream Scheduling Software 9.0/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Lightcast

Amagi CLOUDPORT leads on 0 checks, Lightcast on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAmagi CLOUDPORT · 9.4/10
  • Most featuresLightcast · 2 of 3

Amagi CLOUDPORT scores higher on our rubric for live stream scheduling software: 9.4 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #5.

Amagi CLOUDPORT is the better fit for enterprise broadcast operations. Lightcast is the better fit for OTT and connected-TV publishers.

  • Amagi CLOUDPORT fits best

    Enterprise broadcast operations

  • Lightcast fits best

    OTT and connected-TV publishers

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Side by side

Feature Amagi CLOUDPORT 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Lightcast 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.0
Ranking #2 in Live Stream Scheduling Software #5 in Live Stream Scheduling Software
Best for Enterprise broadcast operations OTT and connected-TV publishers
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web, iOS, Android
Integrations 5 integrations 30+ integrations
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Amagi CLOUDPORT 1/3 · Lightcast 2/3
Playlist support ✓ ✓
Simulcasting Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Recurring schedules Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Max destinations Not checked yet Not checked yet
Maximum resolution Not checked yet Not checked yet
Video storage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Broadcast-grade playout with playlist and program scheduling
  • Live source switching, graphics, captions, and quality-control alerts
  • Multi-region redundancy with AWS and Google Cloud integrations
  • 24/7 scheduling with VOD-to-live looping and cloud playout
  • Distributes to social, web, mobile, and connected-TV platforms
  • Combines recording, trimming, analytics, media management, and APIs
Cons
  • Contact-sales pricing makes budget comparison less direct
  • Web platform availability may not suit teams needing other deployment options
  • Broadcast-focused workflows may exceed the needs of simple stream schedulers
  • Quote-based pricing makes direct budget comparison less immediate
  • Broad feature coverage may exceed the needs of simple stream schedulers
  • Custom apps and multi-platform distribution can require more planning
Our verdict

Amagi CLOUDPORT is a cloud-based broadcast operations platform for television networks, streaming services, broadcasters, and content owners. It combines media asset ingest and management with playlist scheduling, automated playout, live…

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Lightcast is a cloud-based OTT and live-streaming platform for broadcasters, churches, nonprofits, creators, educators, businesses, and government organizations. It brings media management, live-event scheduling, 24/7 VOD-to-live playout,…

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  1. Amagi CLOUDPORTLive Stream Scheduling Software 9.4Pricing on request
  2. LightcastLive Stream Scheduling Software 9.0Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Amagi CLOUDPORT — where it wins

    • Broadcast-grade playout with playlist and program scheduling
    • Live source switching, graphics, captions, and quality-control alerts
    • Multi-region redundancy with AWS and Google Cloud integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Contact-sales pricing makes budget comparison less direct
    • Web platform availability may not suit teams needing other deployment options
    • Broadcast-focused workflows may exceed the needs of simple stream schedulers

  • Lightcast — where it wins

    • 24/7 scheduling with VOD-to-live looping and cloud playout
    • Distributes to social, web, mobile, and connected-TV platforms
    • Combines recording, trimming, analytics, media management, and APIs

    Where it doesn't

    • Quote-based pricing makes direct budget comparison less immediate
    • Broad feature coverage may exceed the needs of simple stream schedulers
    • Custom apps and multi-platform distribution can require more planning
  • Amagi CLOUDPORT9.4/10 · Pricing on request

    A broadcast-focused cloud platform for scheduling, playout, live control, and channel operations.

    Visit AmagiFull verdict →
  • Lightcast9.0/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad OTT platform for 24/7 channels, live events, simulcasting, and branded apps.

    Visit LightcastFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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