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6Connex vs StreamYard

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6Connex

Webinars

Enterprise virtual event platform

From
$8000/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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StreamYard

Webinars

Professional live streaming made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only StreamYard has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 6Connex 6connex.com now redirects to Brandlive, so the product is no longer sold or priced under its own name; StreamYard the free plan stamps a StreamYard logo on every stream, caps local recordings at 2 hours per month, allows 6 on screen participants and 1 seat
  • They diverge on capability: 6Connex covers 3D virtual environments, StreamYard covers Multi-streaming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 6Connex and StreamYard actually diverge.

Attributes where 6Connex and StreamYard differ
Attribute6ConnexStreamYard
Starting price$8000/eventFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb
Founded20092018

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Webinars).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 6Connex

  • 3D virtual environments
  • Live streaming
  • Networking
  • Resource center
  • Lead capture
  • Salesforce
  • Marketo
  • HubSpot

Only in StreamYard

  • Multi-streaming
  • Custom branding
  • Screen sharing
  • Guest management
  • Recording
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

6Connex

  • Hosting virtual events, trade shows and webinarsnot StreamYard
  • Running branded online event environments with attendee trackingnot StreamYard

StreamYard

  • Browser based live streaming to YouTube, Facebook and other destinations at oncenot 6Connex
  • Recording remote guest interviews and podcasts with on screen brandingnot 6Connex
  • Running small webinars with a live viewer audiencenot 6Connex

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

6Connex

  • 6connex.com now redirects to Brandlive, so the product is no longer sold or priced under its own name
  • No pricing is reachable at the original domain

StreamYard

  • The free plan stamps a StreamYard logo on every stream, caps local recordings at 2 hours per month, allows 6 on screen participants and 1 seat
  • 1080p full HD, watermark removal and unlimited streaming require the Core plan at $44.99 per month billed monthly
  • Core limits multistreaming to 3 destinations; 8 destinations require Advanced at $88.99 per month
  • Core caps permanent recording storage at 50 hours
  • 4K local recording, on air webinars for up to 100 viewers, extra camera and transcript downloads are Advanced only
  • The free trial on paid plans runs 7 days

Pricing, plan by plan

6Connex

$8000/event
  • Standard$8000/event
    • Virtual environment
    • Booths
    • Live streaming
  • Professional$15000/event
    • Custom design
    • Advanced features
    • Analytics
  • Enterprise$30000/event
    • Unlimited customization
    • API access
    • Dedicated team

StreamYard

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic studio features
    • Local recordings 2 hours per month
    • 6 on-screen participants
  • Core$44.99/month
    • Full HD 1080p
    • Multistream to 3 destinations
    • Unlimited streaming and recording
  • Advanced$88.99/month
    • 4K recording
    • Multistream to 8 destinations
    • 15 backstage participants

Which should you pick?

Choose 6Connex if

  • You need 3d virtual environments.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want live streaming.
6Connex review

Choose StreamYard if

  • You need multi-streaming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want custom branding.
StreamYard review

Questions people ask

Is 6Connex or StreamYard better?
Neither clearly leads. 6Connex starts at $8000/event and StreamYard at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 6Connex or StreamYard?
StreamYard has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $8000/event for 6Connex and Free for StreamYard.
Does 6Connex or StreamYard run on more platforms?
6Connex runs on Web, Ios, Android. StreamYard runs on Web.
Can I use StreamYard for free?
Yes. StreamYard has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. 6Connex starts at $8000/event.
What is 6Connex best used for?
6Connex is most often used for hosting virtual events, trade shows and webinars, running branded online event environments with attendee tracking. Of those, hosting virtual events, trade shows and webinars and running branded online event environments with attendee tracking are not what StreamYard is typically brought in for.
What can 6Connex do that StreamYard cannot?
6Connex covers 3D virtual environments, Live streaming, Networking, Resource center. StreamYard covers Multi-streaming, Custom branding, Screen sharing, Guest management. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

6Connex: What types of events can I host with Brandlive?

Brandlive supports livestreams, webinars, town halls, series, explainers, investor days, analyst briefings, podcasts, and shorts. The platform is designed to inject creativity and energy into business video content.

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StreamYard: Is there a free trial?

Yes, StreamYard offers a 7-day free trial and a 7-day money-back guarantee on your first purchase.

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6Connex: Does Brandlive offer production services?

Yes, Brandlive Studios provides creative and production services when high production value is needed. They help deliver standout virtual events with care and intentional design.

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StreamYard: What is the annual discount for Core plan?

The Core plan costs $44.99 per month when billed monthly, but only $35.99 per month when billed annually, representing 22% savings.

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StreamYard: What are the differences between Core and Advanced plans?

Advanced plan adds 4K recording, multistream to 8 destinations instead of 3, and 15 backstage participants. Core plan provides 1080p HD, multistream to 3 destinations, and 50 hours cloud storage.

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