This repository collects tools for live streaming, including software for broadcast, video, audio, and production workflows.
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Owncast vs OBS Studio
How do Owncast and OBS Studio compare? Here are the facts side by side: pricing, platforms, open-source status and what each one is for.
| Directory detail | Owncast | OBS Studio |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Owncast is self-hosted livestreaming software with video and chat, allowing users to run their own streaming service. | OBS Studio is free, open source software for video recording and live streaming, with encoding for H.264 and AAC. |
| Website | ||
| Type | Open-source project | Online tool |
| Topic | ||
| Pricing | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | Not recorded | Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Language | English | English |
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