MotionCaster
MotionCaster: A capable one-time-purchase desktop suite for multi-camera 4K live production. Ranked #31 of 70 in Live Streaming Encoders by our editors (6.3/10); pricing: Paid; best for one-time-purchase 4K desktop production.
At a glance
- Editor score6.3 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best forOne-time-purchase 4K desktop production
- Free planNo
- Paid from$190 one-time
- Encoder typeDesktop
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports switching, graphics, audio mixing, effects and virtual studios
- Accepts capture cards, SDI, NDI and RTMP sources on Windows and macOS
- 4K Pro supports up to 6 streams and 6 simultaneous recordings
Where it doesn't
- No no-cost plan; perpetual licenses start at $190
- Advanced 4K production requires the $490 or $690 tier
- Plan limits vary for camera inputs, streams and recordings
Our verdict on MotionCaster
MotionCaster is desktop live production software from Softworks Inc. for broadcasters and event producers working on Windows or macOS. It combines live video switching and transitions with titles, scoreboards, picture-in-picture, virtual-studio graphics, audio mixing, chroma key and image effects. Production teams can bring in local and network sources, including capture cards, SDI, NDI and RTMP, then stream to multiple destinations while recording video locally in MP4, MOV or MKV.
The published plans use one-time pricing rather than subscriptions. HD Home costs $190 and includes up to 3 camera inputs, HD 1080p60, 3 simultaneous streams, local recording and a built-in title maker. HD Pro costs $290, raises the input limit to 4 cameras and adds 2 simultaneous recordings. 4K Home costs $490 and supports up to 5 camera inputs, 4K 2160p60, 3 simultaneous streams, 3 simultaneous recordings and a built-in macro. At $690, 4K Pro supports up to 6 camera inputs, 6 simultaneous streams, 6 simultaneous recordings, a built-in macro and a PTZ controller.
Its strongest fit is a desktop production workflow that needs more than basic encoding: overlays, audio controls, effects, external and ISO playout, and simultaneous recording are included across the feature set. Integrations include YouTube Live, Facebook Live, Twitch, Dailymotion and Hitbox. The software also supports multi-destination streaming and runs across Windows and macOS. MotionCaster suits producers seeking a one-time purchase for multi-camera HD or 4K work. Buyers needing only simple streaming may not need its broader production controls, while 4K users should choose between the Home and Pro tiers based on camera, stream and recording requirements.
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MotionCaster fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $190 one-time |
| Encoder type | Desktop |
| Output protocols | RTMP, NDI, SDI |
| Maximum resolution | 4k |
| Simultaneous outputs | 3 |
| Local recording | Yes |
| Remote guest sources | Not verified |
| Money-back guarantee | 14 days |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: YouTube Live, Facebook Live, Twitch, Dailymotion, Hitbox |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | motioncaster.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
MotionCaster integrations
MotionCaster lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- YouTube Live
- Facebook Live
- Twitch
- Dailymotion
- Hitbox
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- Bitmovin Live EncoderA broad live-encoding stack for platforms, broadcasters, and streaming service providers.9.3
- Google Cloud Live Stream APIA cloud API for multi-rendition live delivery, recording, captions, and distribution.9.2
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