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Livestorm vs Tuple

Livestorm logo

Livestorm

Webinars

The video engagement platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tuple logo

Tuple

Remote Work

Pair programming for remote developers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Livestorm billed per attendee credit at 2.50 EUR, where one credit is consumed per unique participant per session over a 12 month period; Tuple there is no free tier; after a 14-day trial the only self-serve plan is $30 per user per month
  • They diverge on capability: Livestorm covers Browser-based, Tuple covers Low latency video.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Livestorm and Tuple actually diverge.

Attributes where Livestorm and Tuple differ
AttributeLivestormTuple
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsWebDesktop Mac, Desktop Windows
CategoryWebinarsRemote Work
Founded20162019

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Livestorm

  • Browser-based
  • Live webinars
  • Automated webinars
  • On-demand content
  • Engagement tools
  • HubSpot
  • Salesforce
  • Slack

Only in Tuple

  • Low latency video
  • Screen sharing
  • Cursor tracking
  • Audio optimization
  • Call recording
  • Desktop Mac support
  • Desktop Windows support

What people use each for

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

Livestorm

  • Running live and on demand webinars from the browsernot Tuple
  • Hosting product demos and virtual events with registration pagesnot Tuple

Tuple

  • Remote pair programmingnot Livestorm
  • Engineering team collaborationnot Livestorm
  • Code review sessionsnot Livestorm
  • Developer onboardingnot Livestorm

Where each one falls short

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

Livestorm

  • Billed per attendee credit at 2.50 EUR, where one credit is consumed per unique participant per session over a 12 month period
  • Cost therefore scales with audience rather than being a flat subscription, so a successful webinar is a larger bill
  • The Pro plan caps sessions at 4 hours, and 12 hour sessions require Enterprise
  • Live attendees are capped at 3,000 per event on both published plans
  • Enterprise pricing is custom and not published

Tuple

  • There is no free tier; after a 14-day trial the only self-serve plan is $30 per user per month
  • Tuple is available only for macOS and Windows, with no Linux client
  • Enterprise terms including custom contracts, invoice or PO payment and reduced per-user pricing are quote only with no published rate
  • The 90% startup discount is restricted to companies less than two years old with fewer than 50 employees
  • The refund policy covers only the most recent monthly payment

Pricing, plan by plan

Livestorm

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 20 minutes
    • 10 attendees
    • Unlimited events
  • Pro$99/month
    • 4 hours
    • 100 attendees
    • Custom branding
  • Business$299/month
    • 4 hours
    • 500 attendees
    • Advanced features

Tuple

Free
  • Engineering Teams$30/month
    • Unlimited pairing sessions
    • External collaborators pair free
    • Single sign-on (SSO) included
  • Enterprise$null/month
    • Everything in Engineering Teams
    • Custom contracts
    • Invoice/PO payment options
  • Startups$3/month
    • 90% off regular pricing ($3/user/month vs $30)
    • For companies under 2 years old with fewer than 50 employees
  • Open SourceFree
    • Free licenses for significant open-source work

Which should you pick?

Choose Livestorm if

  • You need browser-based.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want live webinars.
Livestorm review

Choose Tuple if

  • You need low latency video.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows.
  • You also want screen sharing.
Tuple review

Questions people ask

Is Livestorm or Tuple better?
Neither clearly leads. Livestorm starts at Free and Tuple at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Livestorm or Tuple?
Livestorm starts at Free and Tuple at Free.
Does Livestorm or Tuple run on more platforms?
Livestorm runs on Web. Tuple runs on Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows.
Can I use Livestorm for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Livestorm best used for?
Livestorm is most often used for running live and on demand webinars from the browser, hosting product demos and virtual events with registration pages. Of those, running live and on demand webinars from the browser and hosting product demos and virtual events with registration pages are not what Tuple is typically brought in for.
What can Livestorm do that Tuple cannot?
Livestorm covers Browser-based, Live webinars, Automated webinars, On-demand content. Tuple covers Low latency video, Screen sharing, Cursor tracking, Audio optimization.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Livestorm: How much does Livestorm cost?

Livestorm uses a usage-based model where customers purchase yearly attendee credit packs at EUR 2.50 per attendee. One credit is consumed per unique participant per session, regardless of session duration or whether they join live, watch replays, or access on-demand content.

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Tuple: Does Tuple offer a free trial?

Yes. Tuple offers a 14-day free trial with no commitment or credit card required. Users can test the platform fully before subscribing.

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Livestorm: Does Livestorm offer a free trial?

Yes, Livestorm offers a free trial with no credit card required and no installation necessary, allowing users to test the platform before purchasing credits.

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Tuple: What discount does Tuple offer for startups?

Tuple offers 90% off the regular $30/user/month rate for startups under 2 years old with fewer than 50 employees, bringing the cost to $3/user/month.

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Livestorm: Do Livestorm team members count against credit consumption?

No, team members do not consume credits. Only actual participants (whether attending live sessions, watching replays, or accessing on-demand content) count as 1 credit per session attendance.

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Tuple: Does Tuple have a satisfaction guarantee?

Yes. Tuple states: 'If you're unhappy with Tuple at any point, we'll refund your most recent monthly payment,' ensuring customer satisfaction.

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Tuple: Can external collaborators use Tuple for free?

Yes. The Engineering Teams plan states 'External collaborators can pair for free (only one paid user required per session),' making it accessible for guest developers.

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