Compare Red5Server with other live streaming providers
Discover how Red5Server delivers the same Wowza-powered streaming performance as leading platforms—without bandwidth caps, setup complexity, or enterprise-level prices.
Pricing and feature comparison
| Provider | Price | Bandwidth | Storage | Full HD | Ad Monetization | Recording | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red5Server Starter | $25/month | 500 GB/month | 100 GB | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ | Managed hosting |
| Red5Server Professional | $68/month | 2 TB/month | 500 GB | ✔ | ✔ VAST/VMAP | ✔ | Managed hosting |
| Red5Server Enterprise | $120/month | 4 TB/month | 1 TB | ✔ | ✔ VAST/VMAP | ✔ nDVR | Managed hosting |
| Castr Pro | $33/month | 6 TB/year | 200 GB | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Cloud SaaS |
| Dacast Event | $750 one-time | 6 TB total | 250 GB | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Cloud SaaS |
| Wowza Cloud | $195/month | Pay per GB | – | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Cloud Engine |
| Red5 Pro | $29/month | BYO bandwidth | BYO | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Software |
| Ant Media | $109/month | BYO bandwidth | BYO | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Software |
| Vimeo Advanced | $65/month | ~3 TB/month (soft cap) | Limited | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | Platform |
Why choose Red5Server
- Unlimited concurrent viewers on all plans
- Transparent monthly pricing — no hidden fees or prepaid bandwidth
- Full 1080p HD quality and M3U8 links for all devices
- Optional ad monetization using VAST/VMAP (Professional and Enterprise)
- Recording and nDVR playback available on higher tiers
- Includes free public streaming page and embeddable HTML5 player
Real value comparison
When you pay $25 per month with Red5Server, you get 500 GB every month. On our $68 plan, you enjoy 2 TB per month — that’s 24 TB per year. And on the $120 plan, you get 4 TB per month, or nearly 50 TB per year.
To put that in perspective, many competitors like Castr and Dacast give you only 2 to 6 TB per year — what we provide in just one month. Others, like Wowza and Vimeo, charge extra for every additional gigabyte streamed. With Red5Server, your bandwidth is predictable, powerful, and built for continuous live broadcasting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is RTMP server hosting?
RTMP server hosting allows you to send a live feed from software like OBS, transcode it, and deliver it as HLS (m3u8) for playback on all devices. With Red5Server, you get a fully managed RTMP setup—no server installation or technical maintenance required.
How is Red5Server different from Dacast, Castr, Vimeo, Wowza, Red5, and Ant Media?
Dacast, Castr, and Vimeo charge per terabyte or limit annual bandwidth. Wowza, Red5, and Ant Media are just streaming engines—you need to bring your own servers. Red5Server gives you complete managed RTMP hosting with simple monthly pricing, unlimited viewers, and huge monthly bandwidth allowances.
How much bandwidth do the Red5Server plans include?
The Starter plan includes 500 GB/month, Professional offers 2 TB/month, and Enterprise provides 4 TB/month. Competitors often offer that same amount for an entire year.
Do you support ad monetization?
Yes. Our Professional and Enterprise plans include full VAST/VMAP ad integration, allowing you to monetize your streams and VOD content with industry-standard ad tags.
Is live stream recording and nDVR available?
Yes. Live stream recording is available on the Professional and Enterprise plans. The Enterprise plan also includes nDVR playback for time-shifted viewing.
Can I embed the player and stream on mobile devices?
Absolutely. Every plan includes an embeddable HTML5 player and HLS (m3u8) links for seamless playback on iPhone, iPad, Android, and desktop devices.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. You can test our Wowza-powered RTMP servers for free before subscribing. Start your free trial here.