Amazon Interactive Video Service
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Amazon Interactive Video Service | OpenBroadcaster |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Pricing model | IVS is pay-as-you-go: low-latency streaming is charged by video input and output, real-time streaming by participant hours, and chat by messages sent and delivered. | The maker describes the software as free and open source, and says it earns ongoing revenue from customization, developer tools, and technical support. |
| Security | AWS describes IVS security as a shared responsibility, with AWS responsible for cloud infrastructure and customers responsible for security in the cloud according to their service use and requirements. | OpenBroadcaster says remote access uses certificate-based security and that it provides basic security updates for the product’s life, approximately three or more years. |
Amazon Interactive Video Service plans
- Advanced SD channel input$0.50 a month
- Advanced HD channel input$0.85 a month
- Real-Time Streaming participant hours$0.07 a month
- Free TierFree
- Basic channel inputPriced on request
- Advanced SD inputPriced on request
OpenBroadcaster plans
No prices published.
Pick Amazon Interactive Video Service if…
IVS suits developers building live video applications that need real-time or low-latency delivery, interactive features, or multi-host stages. It also fits workflows that record streams to Amazon S3 for later playback.
Pick OpenBroadcaster if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.