Compare Restream and Riverside 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (87.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free 1 Users Per Month
Restream
Star Rating
(52)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 3 pricing plansRiverside
Star Rating
(1,680)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 Users Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Riverside excels in user experience, with many praising its intuitive interface that allows users to focus on their content rather than technical issues. Users appreciate the high-quality recording capabilities, which are essential for professional-grade productions.
- Users say that Restream offers impressive flexibility, particularly with its ability to stream to multiple platforms simultaneously. Reviewers highlight the seamless integration with services like LinkedIn and YouTube Live, making it easy to reach a broader audience without extra effort.
- Reviewers mention that Riverside's support system is a standout feature, with options for both chatbot assistance and real-person support. This dual approach helps users resolve issues quickly, enhancing their overall experience with the platform.
- According to verified reviews, Restream's quick setup process is a significant advantage, with users noting that they can get started in just a few seconds. This ease of onboarding is particularly beneficial for small businesses looking to dive into live streaming without a steep learning curve.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Riverside's editing features, such as text-based editing and the ability to add animations, make post-production much easier. This functionality is especially appreciated by users who want to enhance their content without extensive technical knowledge.
- Users report that while Restream is effective for basic streaming needs, it may not meet the more advanced requirements of users seeking high-quality production features. In contrast, Riverside consistently receives high marks for its robust capabilities, making it a preferred choice for those prioritizing quality and professional output.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Restream
Basic
Free
- Stream to multiple channels with OBS, Restream Studio, vMix and more.
- 2 channels for multistreaming
- 30+ supported platforms
Riverside
Free
Free
1 Users Per Month
- Unlimited recording & editing
- Separate tracks for the first 2 hours of recording*
- Up to 720p recording
Free Trial
Restream
Free Trial is available
Riverside
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
37
9.4
1,553
Ease of Use
8.7
37
9.4
1,600
Ease of Setup
8.8
14
9.5
1,082
Ease of Admin
8.7
14
9.5
300
Quality of Support
8.6
34
9.4
1,339
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
14
9.5
287
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
36
9.8
1,583
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
9.0
84
Not enough data
8.8
77
Not enough data
9.6
91
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
Software Options
8.1
23
9.2
118
8.3
31
9.2
116
8.9
30
9.1
114
7.9
22
8.8
103
Audience Tools
7.1
18
Feature Not Available
8.8
24
9.0
111
8.1
16
8.8
101
Streamer Tools
7.4
15
9.5
115
6.9
24
9.3
107
7.3
28
Feature Not Available
6.4
14
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Live Stream
Not enough data
8.6
52
Not enough data
8.4
51
Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.1
579
Not enough data
9.5
706
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
617
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.7
529
Not enough data
8.4
455
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
Not enough data
8.5
152
Voice
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
314
Transcription
Not enough data
9.3
321
Not enough data
9.2
307
Not enough data
9.1
305
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Editing
Not enough data
8.6
301
Not enough data
8.3
288
Not enough data
8.7
308
Not enough data
7.7
261
Integration
Not enough data
8.5
258
Not enough data
7.9
240
Not enough data
9.0
283
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
256
Agentic AI - Transcription
Not enough data
8.3
88
Not enough data
8.3
85
Not enough data
8.3
87
Platform Features
Not enough data
9.4
116
Not enough data
8.5
107
Not enough data
8.9
97
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
9.1
102
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Organization
Not enough data
8.7
100
Not enough data
8.7
97
Not enough data
9.0
102
Customization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
104
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
470
Not enough data
9.2
486
Not enough data
8.6
434
Not enough data
8.2
409
Not enough data
8.6
435
Not enough data
9.1
503
Not enough data
9.1
471
Platform
Not enough data
8.9
448
Not enough data
9.0
439
Not enough data
8.4
415
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.1
314
Not enough data
8.0
327
Agentic AI - Video Editing
Not enough data
8.6
199
Not enough data
8.2
192
Not enough data
8.5
193
Not enough data
8.6
193
Planning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Publishing
Not enough data
8.7
676
Social Media
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Planning
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.3
528
Not enough data
8.2
496
Not enough data
8.4
500
Not enough data
7.3
464
Not enough data
7.4
464
Agentic AI - Content Creation
Not enough data
8.0
191
Not enough data
7.6
187
Not enough data
7.9
187
Not enough data
7.7
188
Not enough data
7.9
191
Not enough data
7.8
188
Not enough data
7.7
191
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Restream and Riverside are categorized as Live Stream
Unique Categories
Restream has no unique categories
Riverside is categorized as Audio Editing, Video Editing, Webinar, Screen and Video Capture, Transcription, Content Creation, and Video Communications
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Restream
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
Religious Institutions
14.3%
Marketing and Advertising
12.2%
Non-Profit Organization Management
10.2%
Information Technology and Services
10.2%
Computer Games
8.2%
Other
44.9%
Entertainment
9.1%
Media Production
8.7%
Marketing and Advertising
8.5%
Broadcast Media
6.8%
Computer Software
5.5%
Other
61.3%
Discussions
Are there plans to integrate voice chat through the chat service?
2 Comments
PE
Of that I'm not sure, honestly I use Discord on the side and find it to be the perfect companion. Because Discord at this stage is so rich in features and...Read more
What platforms does Restream stream to?
1 Comment
DK
huge lot of platforms I use fb , fb pages , youtube , linkedin , twitter , rtmp streaaming . it also streams to twitch and many many more platformsRead more
I'm lazy!!
1 Comment
VB
Hi Enda!
You surely can stream to Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram within Restream.
At this time, Instagram does not officially support streaming outside...Read more
Can you screen share on Riverside FM?
2 Comments
JT
Yes and it will record the screen share in a separate fileRead 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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