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StreamYard vs vFairs

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StreamYard

Webinars

Professional live streaming made easy

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
vFairs logo

vFairs

Webinars

Virtual and hybrid events made easy

From
$5000/event
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only StreamYard has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 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; vFairs the pricing page publishes no rate, no minimum and no named cost driver, and directs every enquiry to a demo booking or a sales email
  • They diverge on capability: StreamYard covers Multi-streaming, vFairs covers 3D virtual venues.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which StreamYard and vFairs actually diverge.

Attributes where StreamYard and vFairs differ
AttributeStreamYardvFairs
Starting priceFree$5000/event
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20182016

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 StreamYard

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

Only in vFairs

  • 3D virtual venues
  • Virtual booths
  • Live chat
  • Webinar rooms
  • Gamification
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Zoom

Both cover

  • LinkedIn
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

StreamYard

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

vFairs

  • Running virtual and hybrid trade shows and career fairs with exhibitor boothsnot StreamYard
  • Hosting online conferences with sponsored exhibitor hallsnot StreamYard

Where each one falls short

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

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

vFairs

  • The pricing page publishes no rate, no minimum and no named cost driver, and directs every enquiry to a demo booking or a sales email
  • Extra sessions, extra booths, accessibility features, expanded attendee capacity and managed services are all sold as paid add-ons rather than included
  • Licences are sold annually rather than per single event

Pricing, plan by plan

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

vFairs

$5000/event
  • Basic$5000/event
    • 3D venue
    • Virtual booths
    • Webinar rooms
  • Professional$10000/event
    • Custom design
    • Gamification
    • Analytics
  • Enterprise$20000/event
    • Full customization
    • API integration
    • Dedicated support

Which should you pick?

Choose StreamYard if

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

Choose vFairs if

  • You need 3d virtual venues.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want virtual booths.
vFairs review

Questions people ask

Is StreamYard or vFairs better?
Neither clearly leads. StreamYard starts at Free and vFairs at $5000/event, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, StreamYard or vFairs?
StreamYard has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for StreamYard and $5000/event for vFairs.
Does StreamYard or vFairs run on more platforms?
StreamYard runs on Web. vFairs runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use StreamYard for free?
Yes. StreamYard has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. vFairs starts at $5000/event.
What is StreamYard best used for?
StreamYard is most often used for browser based live streaming to youtube, facebook and other destinations at once, recording remote guest interviews and podcasts with on screen branding, running small webinars with a live viewer audience. Of those, browser based live streaming to youtube, facebook and other destinations at once and recording remote guest interviews and podcasts with on screen branding are not what vFairs is typically brought in for.
What can StreamYard do that vFairs cannot?
StreamYard covers Multi-streaming, Custom branding, Screen sharing, Guest management. vFairs covers 3D virtual venues, Virtual booths, Live chat, Webinar rooms. Both handle LinkedIn, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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vFairs: How does vFairs pricing work?

vFairs offers customized pricing based on your event format (Virtual, Hybrid, In-Person), specific features required, and expected volume. Both Annual License and Per-Event packages are available. Contact sales for personalized quotes.

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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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vFairs: How long does it take to set up an event on vFairs?

Simple self-serve events can launch in minutes. Complex events with custom branding require a minimum four-week setup period including planning, design approval, content upload, and rehearsals.

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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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vFairs: What support does vFairs provide?

vFairs includes complimentary project management throughout the event lifecycle, plus 24/7 live chat and email support with response time SLAs.

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vFairs: Can vFairs handle events of different sizes?

Yes, vFairs supports events from 50 attendees to 50,000+ guests with modular features that match the complexity and scale of your event.

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