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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (39.6% of reviews)
Mid-Market (44.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Microsoft Stream
Star Rating
(56)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (39.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft StreamVidyard
Star Rating
(832)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Vidyard excels in user experience, with many praising its easy-to-upload platform and the ability to trim videos effortlessly. This user-friendly approach has made it a favorite among those looking for a straightforward video hosting solution.
- Users say that Microsoft Stream offers seamless integration with existing Microsoft subscriptions, making it easy to navigate for those who may not be tech-savvy. This accessibility is a significant advantage for organizations already using Microsoft products.
- Reviewers mention that Vidyard's analytics features are particularly robust, allowing users to track viewer engagement in detail. This capability has been highlighted as a game-changer for businesses looking to understand their audience better and tailor their content accordingly.
- According to verified reviews, Microsoft Stream provides secure video storage and intelligent search capabilities, which are essential for organizations that prioritize data security and efficient content retrieval.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Vidyard's free entry-level option is a significant draw, allowing users to explore its features without financial commitment. This flexibility is especially appealing for small to mid-sized businesses looking to test the waters before investing in premium features.
- Users report that while both platforms have strong video management capabilities, Vidyard's focus on personalized video sharing has led to increased engagement, making it a preferred choice for those looking to enhance their communication strategies.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft Stream
No pricing availableVidyard
Free
Free
Easily connect with prospects and customers using personalized video messages that stand out and drive higher engagement.
- Record videos up to 30 minutes long
- Unlimited Videos in your library
- Share by email, social media, and more
Free Trial
Microsoft Stream
No trial information availableVidyard
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
44
9.0
656
Ease of Use
8.7
44
8.9
674
Ease of Setup
8.4
17
8.7
206
Ease of Admin
8.2
13
8.7
182
Quality of Support
8.8
36
9.0
531
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
13
9.3
178
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
44
8.7
659
Features by Category
Platform Basics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.3
168
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Content
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
164
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.7
141
Not enough data
8.5
130
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
Not enough data
9.2
11
Hosting
9.3
39
9.1
213
8.2
40
8.5
185
8.6
34
Feature Not Available
Management
8.5
41
8.7
238
8.4
41
8.9
234
9.3
38
9.0
194
8.6
39
8.4
167
Marketing
7.0
27
Feature Not Available
8.0
31
8.8
192
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Insights
8.0
35
8.6
219
8.3
36
8.5
182
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
5.7
5
Security
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Agentic AI - Video Hosting
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
Customization
Not enough data
8.4
32
Not enough data
8.8
32
Not enough data
8.2
28
Not enough data
8.7
30
Organization
Not enough data
8.9
25
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
26
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.6
30
Not enough data
8.6
28
Agentic AI - Video CMS
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
10.0
11
Not enough data
9.3
10
Video Creation
Not enough data
9.3
172
Not enough data
9.3
167
Not enough data
9.1
155
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
129
Software Delivery
Not enough data
7.6
112
Not enough data
9.2
173
Not enough data
8.4
131
Analytics
Not enough data
8.5
173
Not enough data
8.4
140
Not enough data
8.5
135
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Video Email
Not enough data
9.2
6
Platform Features
Not enough data
9.2
128
Not enough data
7.9
99
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
120
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Organization
Not enough data
8.3
107
Not enough data
8.4
104
Not enough data
8.7
115
Customization
Not enough data
8.8
112
Not enough data
8.0
97
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Analytics
Not enough data
8.1
98
Not enough data
8.4
112
Not enough data
8.4
111
Audio
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Video
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Image
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Text
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Video Creation - AI Video Generation
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Generative AI - AI Video Generation
Not enough data
9.4
6
Editing - AI Video Generation
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Storage & Management - AI Video Generation
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
9.7
6
Voice cloning - Voice Dubbing
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
7.7
5
Agentic AI - Video Translation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Real-time preview - Voice Dubbing
Not enough data
7.7
5
Security and Privacy - Voice Dubbing
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Output - Voice Dubbing
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Stream and Vidyard are categorized as Video Hosting
Unique Categories
Microsoft Stream has no unique categories
Vidyard is categorized as Video Communications, Video Email, Video CMS, Screen and Video Capture, AI Video Generators, and Video Translation
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Stream
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Vidyard
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
28.3%
Computer Software
11.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
9.4%
Renewables & Environment
3.8%
Market Research
3.8%
Other
43.4%
Computer Software
32.5%
Information Technology and Services
13.5%
Marketing and Advertising
12.3%
Financial Services
4.4%
Internet
2.5%
Other
34.8%
Discussions
Microsoft Stream has no discussions with answers
What are some other use cases for Vidyard?
3 Comments
MG
We also vidyard's screen capture/recording tool to create internal how-tos and also to show bugs/suggestions to the dev team. It makes video so easy to make...Read more
Has anyone integrated Vidyard with HubSpot
2 Comments
EA
Yes! We have and it works great. Also the gmail Vidyard integration is great. Easily embed videos in emails. In Hubspot you can embed videos in emails and...Read more
I'd like to get better at using vidyard to showcase the details of our analysis service and I would speak over the presentation. How can I do this?
2 Comments
CB
Hi Lane
Good question! It does depend on the software you are using to present. I'd personally opt for the Desktop App in most situations, especially if...Read more
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