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Switcher Studio alternatives
Switcher Studio compared with 5 alternatives: Ecamm, Restream, Castr, StreamYard and OBS Studio.
Switcher Studio is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $45 per month, billed annually ($65 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switcher StudioThis tool | Free trial · from $45/mo | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Ecamm | Free trial · from $16/mo | Trial only | macOS |
| Restream | Free plan · from $19/mo | Yes | Web |
| Castr | Free trial · from $16.67/mo | Trial only | Web |
| StreamYard | Free plan · from $35.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| OBS Studio | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
Price against what you get
Switcher Studio starts at $45 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 3 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Restream and Castr.
Ecamm starts lower without scoring higher.
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 Switcher Studio
- Free trial · from $16/mo
Ecamm
Mac app for live streaming, recording and multistreaming
- Ecamm starts at $16 per month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly). Switcher Studio starts at $45 per month, billed annually ($65 billed monthly).
- Only Switcher Studio lists an iOS app.
- Ecamm also covers screen recording.
- Switcher Studio also covers video editing.
Suits: Mac users who stream solo shows or interviews to several platforms
- 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). Switcher Studio starts at $45 per month, billed annually ($65 billed monthly).
- Restream has a free plan. Switcher Studio does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Restream lists a web app.
- Only Switcher Studio lists macOS and iOS apps.
- Restream also covers transcription and webinars.
Suits: Creators who go live on several platforms at the same time
- 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). Switcher Studio starts at $45 per month, billed annually ($65 billed monthly).
- Only Castr lists a web app.
- Only Switcher Studio lists macOS and iOS apps.
- Switcher Studio also covers video editing.
Suits: Churches and schools streaming services or events to several platforms
- 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). Switcher Studio starts at $45 per month, billed annually ($65 billed monthly).
- StreamYard has a free plan. Switcher Studio does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only StreamYard lists a web app.
- Only Switcher Studio lists macOS and iOS apps.
- StreamYard also covers transcription.
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. Switcher Studio starts at $45 per month, billed annually ($65 billed monthly).
- OBS Studio has a free plan. Switcher Studio does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only OBS Studio lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Switcher Studio lists an iOS app.
- OBS Studio is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Live streamers who want detailed control of scenes, sources and audio
Limits worth knowing in Switcher Studio
- The app runs on Mac, iPhone and iPad only.
- Sales of tickets, pay-to-view videos and subscriptions carry a $0.99 fee per transaction, and selling needs the Suite plan.
- The pricing page gives Studio 2 multistream destinations while the multistreaming page says 5.
- Suite's discounted first month or first year renews at $99 a month or $948 a year, and past payments are not refunded.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Switcher Studio?
The alternatives to Switcher Studio in this directory are Ecamm, Restream, Castr, StreamYard and OBS Studio. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Switcher Studio.
Is there a free alternative to Switcher Studio?
Yes. OBS Studio is free to use. Restream and StreamYard have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Switcher Studio alternatives work on Windows?
The Switcher Studio listing does not include a Windows app. OBS Studio lists one.
Which Switcher Studio alternatives work on Linux?
The Switcher Studio listing does not include a Linux app. OBS Studio lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Switcher Studio?
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.