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Ecamm alternatives
Ecamm compared with 5 alternatives: Switcher Studio, Restream, StreamYard, OBS Studio and Castr.
Ecamm is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly). 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 18, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| EcammThis tool | Free trial · from $16/mo | Trial only | macOS |
| Switcher Studio | Free trial · from $45/mo | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Restream | Free plan · from $19/mo | Yes | Web |
| StreamYard | Free plan · from $35.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| OBS Studio | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Castr | Free trial · from $16.67/mo | Trial only | Web |
Price against what you get
Ecamm starts at $16 a month and scores 1.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 3 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Switcher Studio, Restream and Castr score higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Ecamm
- Free trial · from $45/mo
Switcher Studio
Multicamera live streaming from iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Switcher Studio starts at $45 per month, billed annually ($65 billed monthly). Ecamm starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Only Switcher Studio lists an iOS app.
- Switcher Studio also covers video editing.
- Ecamm also covers screen recording.
Suits: Churches and schools streaming services or games with several cameras
- Free plan · from $19/mo
Restream
Multistream one live video to YouTube, Twitch, LinkedIn and more
- Restream starts at $19 per month, billed monthly ($190 a year billed annually). Ecamm starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Restream has a free plan. Ecamm does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Restream lists a web app.
- Only Ecamm lists a macOS app.
- Restream also covers transcription and webinars.
Suits: Creators who go live on several platforms at the same time
- Free plan · from $35.99/mo
StreamYard
Browser-based studio for live streaming and recording with guests
- StreamYard starts at $35.99 per month, billed yearly ($44.99 billed monthly). Ecamm starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- StreamYard has a free plan. Ecamm does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only StreamYard lists a web app.
- Only Ecamm lists a macOS app.
- StreamYard also covers transcription and video editing.
Suits: Solo creators running interview shows without a production crew
- Free
OBS Studio
Free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming
- OBS Studio is free. Ecamm starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- OBS Studio has a free plan. Ecamm does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only OBS Studio lists Windows and Linux apps.
- OBS Studio is open source, according to its own site.
- OBS Studio also covers noise cancellation.
Suits: Live streamers who want detailed control of scenes, sources and audio
- Free trial · from $16.67/mo
Castr
Multistreaming, video hosting and 24/7 playout in one service
- Castr starts at $16.67 per month, billed annually ($19.99 billed monthly). Ecamm starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Only Castr lists a web app.
- Only Ecamm lists a macOS app.
- Ecamm also covers screen recording.
Suits: Churches and schools streaming services or events to several platforms
Limits worth knowing in Ecamm
- It runs only on the Mac and requires macOS 11.2 or newer.
- Ecamm for Zoom, Ecamm Interview, 4K streaming and isolated recordings need the Pro plan.
- The free trial adds an Ecamm watermark to broadcasts, and refunds are offered within 14 days of signing up.
- It is a streaming studio rather than a webinar platform, with no registration pages or attendee emails.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Ecamm?
The alternatives to Ecamm in this directory are Switcher Studio, Restream, StreamYard, OBS Studio and Castr. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Ecamm.
Is there a free alternative to Ecamm?
Yes. OBS Studio is free to use. Restream and StreamYard have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Ecamm alternatives work on Windows?
The Ecamm listing does not include a Windows app. OBS Studio lists one.
Which Ecamm alternatives work on Linux?
The Ecamm listing does not include a Linux app. OBS Studio lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Ecamm?
OBS Studio is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 18, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.