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ClickMeeting vs StreamYard

ClickMeeting logo

ClickMeeting

Webinars

Web conferencing platform with webinar capabilities

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
StreamYard logo

StreamYard

Webinars

Professional live streaming made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: ClickMeeting the free plan caps attendees at 25, recording storage at 30 minutes and file storage at 500 MB; 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: ClickMeeting covers HD video, StreamYard covers Multi-streaming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ClickMeeting and StreamYard actually diverge.

Attributes where ClickMeeting and StreamYard differ
AttributeClickMeetingStreamYard
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsWindows, Mac, IOS, Android, WebWeb
Founded20102018

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 ClickMeeting

  • HD video
  • Virtual rooms
  • Attendee management
  • Zapier
  • Integromat
  • Google Calendar
  • Salesforce
  • Windows support

Only in StreamYard

  • Multi-streaming
  • Custom branding
  • Guest management
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitch
  • Custom RTMP

Both cover

  • Screen sharing
  • Recording
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

ClickMeeting

  • Running live webinars and online training sessionsnot StreamYard
  • Publishing automated and on demand webinars with remindersnot StreamYard

StreamYard

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

Where each one falls short

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

ClickMeeting

  • The free plan caps attendees at 25, recording storage at 30 minutes and file storage at 500 MB
  • The Live plan allows 6 hours of recordings and 1 GB of files, and excludes automated and on demand webinars
  • Automated webinars, auto streaming and follow up emails require the Automated plan
  • Paid webinars, custom branding, breakout rooms and certificates are all excluded from the free plan
  • Attendee capacity is a priced tier within each plan, at 50, 100, 200, 500 or 1,000
  • Multiuser access is limited to 3 on both the Live and Automated plans

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

ClickMeeting

Free
  • Free TrialFree
    • 14-day free trial
    • 25 attendees
    • No credit card required
  • Live$null/month
    • 50–1,000 attendees
    • Paid events, custom branding, 3 multiusers
    • 6-hour recordings, 1GB storage
  • Automated$null/month
    • 50–1,000 attendees
    • All Live features plus automated webinars, auto-reminders, certificates
  • Enterprise$null/month
    • Up to 10,000 attendees
    • Dedicated advisor, white label, reseller solutions

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 ClickMeeting if

  • You need hd video.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want virtual rooms.
ClickMeeting 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 ClickMeeting or StreamYard better?
Neither clearly leads. ClickMeeting starts at Free and StreamYard at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ClickMeeting or StreamYard?
ClickMeeting starts at Free and StreamYard at Free.
Does ClickMeeting or StreamYard run on more platforms?
ClickMeeting runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web. StreamYard runs on Web.
Can I use ClickMeeting for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is ClickMeeting best used for?
ClickMeeting is most often used for running live webinars and online training sessions, publishing automated and on demand webinars with reminders. Of those, running live webinars and online training sessions and publishing automated and on demand webinars with reminders are not what StreamYard is typically brought in for.
What can ClickMeeting do that StreamYard cannot?
ClickMeeting covers HD video, Virtual rooms, Attendee management, Zapier. StreamYard covers Multi-streaming, Custom branding, Guest management, YouTube. Both handle Screen sharing, Recording, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

ClickMeeting: Does ClickMeeting have a free version?

Yes, ClickMeeting offers a 14-day free trial for up to 25 attendees with no credit card required.

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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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ClickMeeting: How much do ClickMeeting paid plans cost?

ClickMeeting publishes plan names (Live, Automated, Enterprise) and attendee limits but does not display pricing. Customers must contact sales for quotes. Annual billing offers up to 20% discount versus monthly.

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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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ClickMeeting: What payment methods does ClickMeeting accept?

ClickMeeting accepts major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express) and PayPal.

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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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