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Compare OBS Studio and Riverside 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (87.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free 1 Users Per Month
OBS Studio
Star Rating
(123)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OBS StudioRiverside
Star Rating
(1,577)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 Users Per Month
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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 significantly higher overall score compared to OBS Studio. Users appreciate Riverside's clean and intuitive layout, which facilitates a smooth workflow, making it a preferred choice for many.
- According to verified reviews, OBS Studio is praised for its powerful capabilities in streaming and screen recording. Users highlight that it allows for complex live recordings and supports multiple cameras, making it a versatile tool for those who need advanced features.
- Users say that Riverside's ease of use is a standout feature, with many noting that the platform provides studio-grade audio and video quality without requiring a technical crew. This makes it particularly appealing for users looking for professional results from their home setups.
- Reviewers mention that while OBS Studio offers robust functionality, it can sometimes present challenges in configuration. Some users have noted that despite its powerful features, the setup process can be less straightforward compared to Riverside's more user-friendly approach.
- According to recent user feedback, Riverside's customer service is highly regarded, with users reporting great support when issues arise. This level of support contributes to a more positive overall experience, especially for those who may not be as tech-savvy.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while OBS Studio has a loyal user base, its lower number of recent reviews suggests that it may not be keeping pace with user expectations as effectively as Riverside, which has garnered a much larger volume of feedback in recent months.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OBS Studio
No pricing availableRiverside
Free
Free
1 Users Per Month
- Unlimited recording & editing
- Separate tracks for the first 2 hours of recording*
- Up to 720p recording
Free Trial
OBS Studio
No trial information availableRiverside
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
96
9.4
1,453
Ease of Use
8.1
96
9.4
1,498
Ease of Setup
8.7
22
9.6
976
Ease of Admin
8.4
17
9.5
283
Quality of Support
7.9
63
9.4
1,248
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
12
9.5
271
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
86
9.8
1,482
Features by Category
Content Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
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
Host Tools
Not enough data
9.1
78
Not enough data
8.8
74
Not enough data
9.6
80
Attendee Tools
Not enough data
8.3
69
Not enough data
8.3
70
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
72
Not enough data
8.6
68
Agentic AI - Webinar
Not enough data
8.5
43
Not enough data
8.1
43
Not enough data
8.1
42
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
8.4
42
Software Options
Not enough data
9.2
113
Not enough data
9.2
113
Not enough data
9.0
110
Not enough data
8.8
104
Audience Tools
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
109
Not enough data
8.8
100
Streamer Tools
Not enough data
9.5
110
Not enough data
9.3
103
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Live Stream
Not enough data
8.6
53
Not enough data
8.4
51
Platform Basics
9.2
43
9.1
575
9.3
45
9.5
690
7.6
25
Feature Not Available
Platform Content
8.9
35
8.5
467
8.2
24
Feature Not Available
9.2
43
9.2
609
Platform Additional Functionality
7.4
24
8.7
524
7.1
23
8.4
456
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
Not enough data
8.5
151
Voice
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
303
Transcription
Not enough data
9.3
307
Not enough data
9.1
299
Not enough data
9.1
295
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Editing
Not enough data
8.6
293
Not enough data
8.3
281
Not enough data
8.7
293
Not enough data
7.7
254
Integration
Not enough data
8.5
254
Not enough data
7.9
237
Not enough data
9.0
276
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
251
Agentic AI - Transcription
Not enough data
8.3
88
Not enough data
8.3
85
Not enough data
8.2
86
Platform Features
Not enough data
9.3
105
Not enough data
8.4
100
Not enough data
8.9
95
Not enough data
8.6
92
Not enough data
9.1
98
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Organization
Not enough data
8.7
98
Not enough data
8.7
95
Not enough data
9.0
97
Customization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
98
Analytics
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Editing
Not enough data
9.0
457
Not enough data
9.2
469
Not enough data
8.5
426
Not enough data
8.2
410
Not enough data
8.6
431
Not enough data
9.1
472
Not enough data
9.1
451
Platform
Not enough data
8.9
446
Not enough data
9.0
434
Not enough data
8.4
417
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.2
317
Not enough data
8.0
328
Agentic AI - Video Editing
Not enough data
8.6
200
Not enough data
8.2
195
Not enough data
8.5
198
Not enough data
8.6
197
Planning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Publishing
Not enough data
8.6
657
Social Media
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Planning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.3
512
Not enough data
8.2
487
Not enough data
8.3
484
Not enough data
7.3
459
Not enough data
7.4
459
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
184
Not enough data
7.9
187
Not enough data
7.8
185
Not enough data
7.7
188
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OBS Studio and Riverside are categorized as Screen and Video Capture
Unique Categories
OBS Studio has no unique categories
Riverside is categorized as Audio Editing, Video Editing, Webinar, Transcription, Content Creation, Live Stream, and Video Communications
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OBS Studio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Riverside
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
Entertainment
9.9%
Computer Software
8.3%
Broadcast Media
6.6%
Religious Institutions
5.8%
Computer Games
5.8%
Other
63.6%
Entertainment
9.0%
Media Production
8.9%
Marketing and Advertising
8.6%
Broadcast Media
6.6%
Computer Software
5.8%
Other
61.1%
Discussions
Is Open Broadcaster software good?
2 Comments
KE
OBS is great for streaming and recording video. Most streamers and youtubers and even companies use it for live events and to record videos
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OBS as a Professional TV Station (?); wait for Ver. 100
1 Comment
KF
that would be frustrating. I found assigning hot keys to seldom used keys to be the best option such as the f row. Also Elgato makes an inexpensive stream...Read more
Di live
1 Comment
RG
We mainly do free radio broadcasting for medical professionals and patients, especially those who live in poverty and a state of elite-derived deprivation....Read more
What is Riverside FM?
2 Comments
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
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
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