# Facebook Live vs StreamYard Comparison

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the difference between Facebook Live vs StreamYard?

StreamYard stands out from Facebook Live with higher reviewer ratings, superior ease of setup, and stronger support scores, while Facebook Live is praised for its broad reach and free access.

| [Facebook Live](https://www.g2.com/products/facebook-live/reviews) | [StreamYard](https://www.g2.com/products/streamyard/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.3/5 (236 reviews) | 4.8/5 (299 reviews) |
| Small-Business | Small-Business |
| 8.8 | 9.6 |
| 8.2 | 9.1 |
| Reach | Ease of Use |



### How do the pricing models of Facebook Live and StreamYard compare?

StreamYard is rated higher for value, with reviewers expressing greater satisfaction with its pricing compared to Facebook Live.

- **Facebook Live:** Reviewers consistently highlight that Facebook Live is totally free of cost and accessible to anyone with a Facebook account.
- **StreamYard:** Recent reviews describe StreamYard as cost effective and affordable, especially for nonprofits and small businesses, though some mention it can be expensive for advanced features.
- **Switching reasons:** Reviewers move to StreamYard for its professional features and multi-platform streaming capabilities, while Facebook Live is chosen for its zero cost and broad audience reach.



### What are the best alternatives to Facebook Live and StreamYard?

Riverside, YouTube Live, and Restream are the top three alternatives to Facebook Live and StreamYard.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Facebook Live](https://www.g2.com/products/facebook-live/reviews) | 4.3/5 (236 reviews) | Small-Business | Free to use | Reach |
| [StreamYard](https://www.g2.com/products/streamyard/reviews) | 4.8/5 (299 reviews) | Small-Business | Affordable for small teams, but can be expensive for advanced features | Ease of Use |
| [Riverside](https://www.g2.com/products/riverside/reviews) | 4.8/5 (1753 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [YouTube Live](https://www.g2.com/products/youtube-live/reviews) | 4.4/5 (219 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [Restream](https://www.g2.com/products/restream/reviews) | 4.5/5 (82 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |



### Which Live Stream features should I prioritize when comparing Facebook Live and StreamYard?

Buyers comparing Facebook Live and StreamYard should prioritize ease of use, ease of setup, quality of support, customization, and reach.

- **Ease of Use:** Facebook Live scores 9.2, StreamYard scores 9.7.
- **Ease of Setup:** Facebook Live scores 8.8, StreamYard scores 9.6.
- **Quality of Support:** Facebook Live scores 8.2, StreamYard scores 9.1.
- **Customization:** StreamYard is frequently praised for customization and professional branding options (2 all-time mentions), while Facebook Live does not have notable customization mentions.
- **Reach:** Facebook Live is cited for its broad audience reach (1 all-time mention), a key differentiator for those seeking maximum visibility.



### What are the pros and cons of Facebook Live vs StreamYard?

StreamYard's headline strength is ease of use, while Facebook Live's is broad reach and accessibility.

- **Facebook Live strengths:** Reviewers highlight its broad reach, free access, and ability to engage large audiences (1 all-time mention for reach, 1 for live streaming).
- **Facebook Live trade-offs:** Reviewers note access limitations (1 all-time mention) and poor customer support (1 all-time mention).
- **StreamYard strengths:** Reviewers consistently cite ease of use (3 all-time mentions), customization (2), professionalism (2), and affordability (1).
- **StreamYard trade-offs:** Reviewers mention bugs (3 all-time mentions), higher cost for advanced features (3), poor customer support (3), lack of live support (2), and some missing features (2).



### Is Facebook Live or StreamYard better for small businesses?

StreamYard is the better fit for small businesses, with higher satisfaction scores and strong small-business reviewer sentiment.

- **Facebook Live:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers appreciate its free access and broad audience reach, but note limitations in features and support.
- **StreamYard:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers praise its ease of use, professional features, and value for small teams, with high satisfaction on ease of setup and support.



### Which Live Stream platform has better integrations?

Reviewer sentiment does not favor either Facebook Live or StreamYard for integrations, as no recent reviews cite specific integration strengths for either product.

- **Facebook Live:** No reviewer-cited integrations in recent reviews.
- **StreamYard:** No reviewer-cited integrations in recent reviews.



### How do Facebook Live and StreamYard compare on customer support?

StreamYard leads Facebook Live on Quality of Support by 0.9 points, a material difference in reviewer satisfaction.

- **Facebook Live:** Reviewers mention poor customer support (1 all-time mention), with several noting difficulty reaching support or resolving issues.
- **StreamYard:** Reviewers cite both strong support experiences and trade-offs, with 3 all-time mentions of poor customer support and 2 for lack of live support, but also multiple recent reviews praising helpfulness and responsiveness.



### Which is easier to implement, Facebook Live or StreamYard?

StreamYard outperforms Facebook Live on Ease of Setup by 0.8 points, with reviewers consistently describing it as straightforward and user-friendly.

- **Facebook Live:** Reviewers describe setup as easy for those already using Facebook, but note occasional glitches and less intuitive advanced settings.
- **StreamYard:** Reviewers consistently praise its intuitive setup, browser-based access, and minimal technical barriers, with many citing a quick learning curve and ease for non-technical users.



### Which product has better Live Chat?

StreamYard is favored for Live Chat, with reviewers highlighting its live commenting and chat functionality.

- **Facebook Live:** Live Chat is frequently mentioned as a benefit in recent reviews, with features like real-time commenting and audience interaction, but lacks a specific all-time mention count for chat functionality.
- **StreamYard:** Chat functionality is cited in 1 all-time mention, with reviewers noting the ability to display live comments on screen and merge chats from multiple platforms.



| | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.3 out of 5 | 4.8 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 236 | 299 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (64.7% of reviews) | Small-Business (89.9% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | $0 | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Facebook Live

Pros:
- Live Streaming (1 reviews)
- Reach (1 reviews)

Cons:
- Access Limitations (1 reviews)
- Poor Customer Support (1 reviews)

### StreamYard

Pros:
- Ease of Use (3 reviews)
- Customization (2 reviews)

Cons:
- Bugs (3 reviews)
- Expensive (3 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.1 (200 reviews) | 9.0 (185 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 9.2 (200 reviews) | 9.7 (186 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.8 (54 reviews) | 9.6 (102 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.6 (49 reviews) | 9.6 (93 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.2 (173 reviews) | 9.1 (164 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.3 (47 reviews) | 9.3 (89 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 7.9 (193 reviews) | 9.0 (156 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Facebook Live

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### StreamYard

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Free

Price: $0

Description: Free forever, unlimited usage


Key Features:
- Screen sharing 
- Banners 
- On-screen comments

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/streamyard/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Video

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Facebook Live** | N/A | N/A |
| **StreamYard** | N/A | N/A |

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Metadata Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Version Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Rapid Creation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social Promotion** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Filtering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Commenting/Notes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Privacy Options** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Channel Marketing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Screen Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Live Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Inside the Video Search** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Brand Overlay** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multimedia Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Creation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Screen Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Closed Captions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Image Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Website Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Archiving** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Visual Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Channel Distribution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Engagement Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Format Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Labeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social Media Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Single Sign On** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Template Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tagging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **SSL Security** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Looping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bulk Uploading** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Webinar

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Facebook Live** | N/A | N/A |
| **StreamYard** | N/A | N/A |

#### Host Tools

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Role-based Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Attendee Tools

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Registration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Attendee Live Chat** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Polls and Surveys** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Post-Event Tools

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Attendee Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Integrations

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Social Media Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Webinar

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Electronic Hand Raising** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Surveys & Feedback** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **On-Demand Webinars** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Email Reminders** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social Promotion** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audience Engagement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Contact Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Quizzes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Data** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Breakout Rooms** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Event Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Polls/Voting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Calendar Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Screen Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Registration Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Engagement Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Q&A Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi hosts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Event Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **CRM** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Whiteboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Two-Way Audio & Video** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Meeting Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Live Stream

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Facebook Live** | 8.3/10 | 176 |
| **StreamYard** | 8.6/10 | 148 |

#### Software Options

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Hosted Platform** | 8.5 (126 reviews) | 8.8 (96 reviews) | 
| **Social Media Stream** | 9.1 (154 reviews) | 9.3 (139 reviews) | 
| **Multi-Platform Streaming** | 8.2 (117 reviews) | 9.3 (140 reviews) | 
| **Embeddable** | 8.2 (110 reviews) | 9.0 (87 reviews) | 
| **Video Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Channel Distribution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Presentation Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social Media Streaming** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Audience Tools

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Live Rewind** | 8.1 (128 reviews) | Feature Not Available | 
| **Live Chat** | 8.9 (153 reviews) | 9.1 (132 reviews) | 
| **Pause** | 7.7 (127 reviews) | 7.1 (7 reviews) | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audience Engagement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Streamer Tools

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Highlight Clips** | 8.1 (107 reviews) | 8.4 (78 reviews) | 
| **Video Archive** | 8.5 (134 reviews) | 9.1 (117 reviews) | 
| **Analytics** | 8.2 (125 reviews) | 7.5 (78 reviews) | 
| **Monetization Options** | 7.9 (93 reviews) | Feature Not Available | 
| **Real-Time Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Visual Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Two-Way Audio & Video** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Live Stream

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social Media Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Session Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Moderation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Engagement Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multimedia Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Live Streaming Production** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Call Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **On-Demand Webcasting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-time Broadcasting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Camera Feeds** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Chat/Messaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Editing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Event Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Surveys & Feedback** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Conferencing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interactive Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **On-Demand Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Data** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Monetization Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Event Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Split/Multi-Screen** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Meeting Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Virtual Recording Studio

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Facebook Live** | N/A | N/A |
| **StreamYard** | N/A | N/A |

#### Core Recording & Tracking

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Multi‑participant Remote Recording** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Separate Track Upload** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Pre‑session Testing & Diagnostics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Live Collaboration & Direction

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Real‑time Chat** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Live Monitoring & Direction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Post & Editing Support

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Automatic Syncing & Alignment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Direct Publishing to Platforms** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Basic Post-Processing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### AI & Automation

| Feature | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Speaker Diarization & Transcription** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI‑powered Audio Cleanup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Live Stream Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/live-stream-software)


**Unique to StreamYard (2):** [Virtual Recording Studio Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/virtual-recording-studio), [Webinar Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/webinar)


---
## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Facebook Live | StreamYard | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 64.7% | 89.9% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 23.7% | 5.6% | 
| **Enterprise** | 11.6% | 4.5% | 

### By Industry

#### Facebook Live

- **Marketing and Advertising:** 5.8%
- **Entertainment:** 5.8%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 5.8%
- **Education Management:** 4.5%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 4.5%
- **Religious Institutions:** 4.0%
- **Consumer Services:** 3.1%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 3.1%
- **Broadcast Media:** 2.7%
- **E-Learning:** 2.7%
- **Other:** 58.0%

#### StreamYard

- **Entertainment:** 15.4%
- **Religious Institutions:** 7.3%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 7.3%
- **Broadcast Media:** 6.6%
- **Professional Training & Coaching:** 5.2%
- **E-Learning:** 3.8%
- **Higher Education:** 3.8%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 3.5%
- **Sports:** 3.1%
- **Events Services:** 3.1%
- **Other:** 40.6%

---
## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Facebook Live

- [YouTube Live](https://www.g2.com/products/youtube-live/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (220 reviews)
- [Vimeo](https://www.g2.com/products/vimeo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (722 reviews)
- [Restream](https://www.g2.com/products/restream/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (83 reviews)
- [BigMarker](https://www.g2.com/products/bigmarker/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (444 reviews)
- [Wistia](https://www.g2.com/products/wistia/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1140 reviews)
- [Riverside](https://www.g2.com/products/riverside/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (1747 reviews)
- [Streamlabs](https://www.g2.com/products/streamlabs/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (59 reviews)
- [Panopto](https://www.g2.com/products/panopto/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (162 reviews)
- [Castr](https://www.g2.com/products/castr/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (243 reviews)
- [BlueJeans Virtual Events](https://www.g2.com/products/bluejeans-virtual-events/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (227 reviews)

### Alternatives to StreamYard

- [Riverside](https://www.g2.com/products/riverside/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (1747 reviews)
- [Restream](https://www.g2.com/products/restream/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (83 reviews)
- [Streamlabs](https://www.g2.com/products/streamlabs/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (59 reviews)
- [Vimeo](https://www.g2.com/products/vimeo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (722 reviews)
- [BigMarker](https://www.g2.com/products/bigmarker/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (444 reviews)
- [Wistia](https://www.g2.com/products/wistia/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1140 reviews)
- [YouTube Live](https://www.g2.com/products/youtube-live/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (220 reviews)
- [Descript](https://www.g2.com/products/descript/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (920 reviews)
- [Streamlabs Talk Studio](https://www.g2.com/products/streamlabs-talk-studio/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (85 reviews)
- [Castr](https://www.g2.com/products/castr/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (243 reviews)

---
## Top Discussions

### Facebook Live

- Title: [how to make visual effect in facebook live?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-to-make-visual-effect-in-facebook-live) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "If I study, I'll study with you in mind. 🖤🥀"
- Title: [Can Facebook live see your face?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-facebook-live-see-your-face) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Yes, Facebook Live can access the camera on your device and broadcast a live video feed, including your face, to your friends or followers. The video feed is..."
- Title: [Which streaming software is best for Facebook live?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-streaming-software-is-best-for-facebook-live) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "You can use something like OBS but you will need to learn how to use it but if you do then the quality and every would be great also options like streamyard..."
- Title: [How Do I Go Back And Edit?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-go-back-and-edit) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Facebook Live allows for editing post upload. Go to your VIDEO LIBRARY. Click on the video that was once live and is now being stored in your library...."
- Title: [How do I use Facebook live?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-use-facebook-live) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hey There,
 Using Facebook live is so simple and easy task. If you using a smartphone, then just download facebook app, if you wants to use facebook live..."

### StreamYard

- Title: [Is there any way to add a second camera?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/51212-is-there-any-way-to-add-a-second-camera) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "you can add as many cams as your device allows and simply select the cams from the audio/video settings and adjust accordingly if you want 2 angles at once."
- Title: [How do I upload small video in the backstage and trailers](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-upload-small-video-in-the-backstage-and-trailers) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hey Kidist, once you create a broadcast you can enter that studio. To upload a small video (under 10 mins) click on the Brand tab inside the studio on the..."
- Title: [Does Streamyard every have live tutorials?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/52092-does-streamyard-every-have-live-tutorials) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "I don't know any live tutorial..."
- Title: [Can I use Streamyard to host workshops or mini-conferences?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/51244-can-i-use-streamyard-to-host-workshops-or-mini-conferences) — 2 comments, 3 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Yes you can! You can provide them with a link to join you in the studio"
- Title: [Is there a possibly that Streamyard will have a connection option for Instagram or Tik Tok?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/50943-is-there-a-possibly-that-streamyard-will-have-a-connection-option-for-instagram-or-tik-tok) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "I so wish they would add both.  My understanding is, that it is IG and Tik Tok, who block anyone from adding them.  I'm not aware of any 3rd party platform..."

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