StreamElements SE.Live review
A free OBS plugin for multistreaming with chat, alerts, and flexible output controls.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
StreamElements SE.Live is a desktop OBS Studio plugin for live streamers who want to send one broadcast to multiple destinations. It combines multistreaming with a unified multi-chat, multiplatform activity feed, alerts, overlays, replay capture, and custom canvas options inside OBS. The published platform details cover Windows and macOS, with macOS presented as a beta, while supported destinations include Twitch, YouTube, TikTok, X, KICK, and custom RTMP outputs. Its free plan makes it relevant for creators who want multistreaming without a separate paid tier described here.
The main strength is how much of the streaming workflow stays connected to OBS. SE.Live supports custom horizontal and vertical canvases, per-output audio track selection, and alerts and overlays in OBS, giving streamers control over how each destination receives the broadcast. The unified chat and activity feed also bring audience interactions from supported platforms into one view. Backtrack replay buffer adds a way to capture recent moments, while recording is included in the category specifications. The maximum listed quality is 1080p, so the product is positioned around standard high-definition streaming rather than higher listed output tiers.
SE.Live is a strong fit for streamers who already work in OBS and want a free, multi-platform workflow with custom RTMP support and platform-specific output controls. It is less suitable for anyone seeking a standalone streaming application, since the product is an OBS plugin and its workflow centers on a local computer. macOS users should also account for its beta status. Choose SE.Live when integrated OBS controls, multi-chat, and broad destination support matter most; consider an alternative if you need a non-OBS workflow or output quality above 1080p.
StreamElements SE.Live pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Streams to Twitch, YouTube, TikTok, X, KICK, and custom RTMP
- Combines multi-chat, activity feeds, alerts, and overlays in OBS
- Supports horizontal and vertical canvases with per-output audio tracks
- Where it doesn't
- Requires OBS Studio and a local computer for streaming
- macOS availability is currently presented as a beta
- Maximum listed quality is 1080p
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