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At a Glance
Be.Live
Be.Live
Star Rating
(28)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (85.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
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Riverside
Riverside
Star Rating
(1,651)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 Users Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Riverside excels in user satisfaction, boasting a higher overall rating compared to Be.Live. Users appreciate Riverside's seamless interface and setup, which makes it easy for hosts, producers, and guests to navigate the platform effortlessly.
  • Users say that Be.Live is particularly effective for multi-streaming and interactive experiences, with features like the "snake" and "cookie jar" enhancing engagement. This makes it a great choice for both beginners and seasoned creators looking to focus on content delivery rather than design.
  • Reviewers mention that Riverside's recording and guest invitation processes are straightforward, making it a preferred option for podcasters. Users highlight how this ease of use allows them to concentrate on building relationships and sharing expertise without technical distractions.
  • According to verified reviews, Be.Live shines in its ability to cater to small businesses, with many users praising its preset show settings that simplify the streaming process. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for freelance creators who want to streamline their workflow.
  • G2 reviewers note that Riverside's support quality is consistently rated higher, with users feeling well-supported throughout their experience. This reliability can be crucial for users who may need assistance during critical streaming or recording sessions.
  • Users highlight that while Be.Live offers a free trial, Riverside also provides a free entry-level option, making both platforms accessible. However, Riverside's extensive user base and higher number of reviews suggest a more established presence in the market, which can be reassuring for potential buyers.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Be.Live
Free 14-Day Trial
Free Trial
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Riverside
Free
Free
1 Users Per Month
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Free Trial
Be.Live
Free Trial is available
Riverside
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
23
9.4
1,525
Ease of Use
8.6
23
9.4
1,572
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.5
1,054
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.5
295
Quality of Support
8.4
23
9.4
1,315
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.5
282
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
18
9.8
1,556
Features by Category
Not enough data
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Content Creation
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Optimization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Logistics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.4
92
Host Tools
Not enough data
9.0
84
Not enough data
8.8
77
Not enough data
9.6
89
Attendee Tools
Not enough data
8.3
70
Not enough data
8.4
72
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Post-Event Tools
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integrations
Not enough data
8.4
74
Not enough data
8.6
68
Agentic AI - Webinar
Not enough data
8.6
44
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
8.1
42
Not enough data
8.3
45
Not enough data
8.4
43
8.6
18
9.1
126
Software Options
9.0
15
9.2
117
8.8
17
9.2
114
8.0
14
9.0
112
8.7
14
8.8
103
Audience Tools
8.3
10
Feature Not Available
8.8
14
9.0
111
8.1
9
8.8
101
Streamer Tools
9.3
9
9.5
113
9.5
13
9.3
106
8.3
9
Feature Not Available
8.1
8
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Live Stream
Not enough data
8.6
52
Not enough data
8.4
51
Screen and Video CaptureHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
8.8
741
Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.1
575
Not enough data
9.5
697
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.5
465
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
612
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.7
526
Not enough data
8.4
455
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
Not enough data
8.5
152
Not enough data
8.5
342
Voice
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
311
Transcription
Not enough data
9.3
316
Not enough data
9.2
304
Not enough data
9.1
302
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Editing
Not enough data
8.6
298
Not enough data
8.3
286
Not enough data
8.7
306
Not enough data
7.7
259
Integration
Not enough data
8.5
257
Not enough data
7.9
239
Not enough data
9.0
281
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
255
Agentic AI - Transcription
Not enough data
8.3
88
Not enough data
8.3
85
Not enough data
8.3
87
Not enough data
8.8
122
Platform Features
Not enough data
9.4
112
Not enough data
8.4
105
Not enough data
8.9
97
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
9.1
100
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Organization
Not enough data
8.7
100
Not enough data
8.7
97
Not enough data
9.0
100
Customization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
103
Analytics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
543
Editing
Not enough data
9.0
466
Not enough data
9.2
478
Not enough data
8.6
431
Not enough data
8.2
408
Not enough data
8.6
433
Not enough data
9.1
490
Not enough data
9.1
463
Platform
Not enough data
8.9
447
Not enough data
9.0
437
Not enough data
8.4
414
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.1
314
Not enough data
8.0
326
Agentic AI - Video Editing
Not enough data
8.6
199
Not enough data
8.2
191
Not enough data
8.5
193
Not enough data
8.6
193
Not enough data
7.8
745
Planning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Publishing
Not enough data
8.6
669
Social Media
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Planning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.3
521
Not enough data
8.2
494
Not enough data
8.4
495
Not enough data
7.3
463
Not enough data
7.4
463
Agentic AI - Content Creation
Not enough data
8.0
189
Not enough data
7.6
186
Not enough data
7.9
186
Not enough data
7.7
187
Not enough data
7.9
190
Not enough data
7.8
186
Not enough data
7.7
189
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Be.Live
Be.Live
Riverside
Riverside
Be.Live and Riverside are categorized as Live Stream
Unique Categories
Be.Live
Be.Live has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Be.Live
Be.Live
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
85.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
14.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Riverside
Riverside
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
87.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
10.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
2.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Be.Live
Be.Live
Marketing and Advertising
18.5%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
14.8%
Broadcast Media
14.8%
Religious Institutions
7.4%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
3.7%
Other
40.7%
Riverside
Riverside
Entertainment
9.2%
Media Production
8.8%
Marketing and Advertising
8.6%
Broadcast Media
6.8%
Computer Software
5.6%
Other
61.0%
Alternatives
Be.Live
Be.Live Alternatives
StreamYard
StreamYard
Add StreamYard
Restream
Restream
Add Restream
Streamlabs
Streamlabs
Add Streamlabs
Vimeo
Vimeo
Add Vimeo
Riverside
Riverside Alternatives
Descript
Descript
Add Descript
Camtasia
Camtasia
Add Camtasia
StreamYard
StreamYard
Add StreamYard
VEED
VEED
Add VEED
Discussions
Be.Live
Be.Live Discussions
Why if we know loads of folk are watching does Facebook hold back the views.
1 Comment
Mariia B.
MB
Please note that the number of views you see while you are LIVE is the number of concurrent viewers, meaning people watching at this very moment. Once the...Read more
How does be live work?
1 Comment
Mariia B.
MB
Be.Live is cloud-based, so you don't need to download anything to use it. Once you open the Be.Live studio, you will see the features pannel on the left,...Read more
How many people can be on be live at one time?
1 Comment
Mariia B.
MB
If we are speaking about remote guests joining your live stream, then 8 people can be displayed in-stream simultaneously. More people can join but will need...Read more
Riverside
Riverside Discussions
Can you screen share on Riverside FM?
2 Comments
What is Riverside FM?
2 Comments
Futch .
F
One of the best options if you need to do a Video Podcast. You can invite guests, record the video and audio, edit and download the result as video(with...Read more
How does Riverside FM work?
1 Comment
Jeremy C.
JC
Think of ZOOM, but better, with better audio and video quality, its one of the best tools to not only create Podcast, Videocast, but also video SOPs.Read more