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Goldcast vs vMix

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Goldcast

Webinars

The B2B event platform

From
$1000/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
vMix logo

vMix

Webinars

Professional live streaming and production software

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Goldcast no pricing is published for any of the four product lines, and none carries a seat, event or processing limit on the page; vMix basic HD at $60 is limited to 4 total inputs, 1 vMix Call caller, 1 instant replay camera and 1 SRT output
  • They diverge on capability: Goldcast covers Virtual events, vMix covers Multi-camera support.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Goldcast and vMix actually diverge.

Attributes where Goldcast and vMix differ
AttributeGoldcastvMix
Starting price$1000/monthOn request
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWindows
Founded20202013

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), 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 Goldcast

  • Virtual events
  • Engagement tools
  • Analytics
  • CRM integration
  • Content repurposing
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Marketo

Only in vMix

  • Multi-camera support
  • Virtual sets
  • Live effects
  • Screen sharing
  • Multi-platform streaming
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • Twitch

What people use each for

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

Goldcast

  • Running digital events and webinars for B2B marketingnot vMix
  • Repurposing recorded sessions into clips and written contentnot vMix

vMix

  • Live video production switching for broadcasts and streamsnot Goldcast
  • Multi camera instant replay for live sportsnot Goldcast
  • Bringing remote guests into a production over vMix Callnot Goldcast
  • Recording and streaming in 4K from a Windows workstationnot Goldcast

Where each one falls short

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

Goldcast

  • No pricing is published for any of the four product lines, and none carries a seat, event or processing limit on the page
  • Team workspaces, SSO, custom reports and custom permissions are described as enterprise features rather than being included
  • Only the Content Lab offers a self serve start, with everything else beginning at a sales demo

vMix

  • Basic HD at $60 is limited to 4 total inputs, 1 vMix Call caller, 1 instant replay camera and 1 SRT output
  • 4K resolution above 1920x1080 requires the 4K edition at $700 or higher
  • Lifetime licences include free updates for the first 12 months only
  • vMix Call is capped at 4 callers on the HD edition and 8 on 4K, Pro and MAX
  • SRT outputs are limited to 1 on Basic HD and HD editions
  • The MAX edition is subscription only at $50 per month and stops receiving updates when the subscription lapses

Pricing, plan by plan

Goldcast

$1000/month
  • Starter$1000/month
    • Virtual events
    • Basic analytics
    • 500 registrants
  • Growth$2500/month
    • Advanced analytics
    • CRM sync
    • Custom branding
  • Enterprise$5000/month
    • Unlimited events
    • Full platform
    • Dedicated support

vMix

On request
  • Starter$60/month
    • Basic streaming
    • 4 inputs
  • Professional$300/month
    • Advanced features
    • 8 inputs
  • Premium$600/month
    • All features
    • Unlimited inputs

Which should you pick?

Choose Goldcast if

  • You need virtual events.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want engagement tools.
Goldcast review

Choose vMix if

  • You need multi-camera support.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want virtual sets.
vMix review

Questions people ask

Is Goldcast or vMix better?
Neither clearly leads. Goldcast starts at $1000/month and vMix at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Goldcast or vMix?
Goldcast starts at $1000/month and vMix at On request.
Does Goldcast or vMix run on more platforms?
Goldcast runs on Web, Ios, Android. vMix runs on Windows.
What is Goldcast best used for?
Goldcast is most often used for running digital events and webinars for b2b marketing, repurposing recorded sessions into clips and written content. Of those, running digital events and webinars for b2b marketing and repurposing recorded sessions into clips and written content are not what vMix is typically brought in for.
What can Goldcast do that vMix cannot?
Goldcast covers Virtual events, Engagement tools, Analytics, CRM integration. vMix covers Multi-camera support, Virtual sets, Live effects, Screen sharing.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Goldcast: How much does Goldcast cost?

Goldcast publishes no prices. Its pricing page lists four options, Content Lab, Recording Studio, Digital Events and a Custom bundle, and routes every one of them to a demo request rather than a rate.

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vMix: What pricing options are available for vMix software?

vMix offers flexible pricing starting from $50 per month. The software is available as a free 60-day trial, allowing users to test features before purchasing.

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Goldcast: Can I try Goldcast for free?

Goldcast offers a free start on Content Lab only, its content repurposing product. The Recording Studio and Digital Events products require contacting the team.

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vMix: Is vMix 29 a free update for existing customers?

Yes, vMix 29 represents a complimentary upgrade for those who purchased vMix after January 2023, plus all vMix Max subscribers receive it at no additional cost.

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vMix: What support options are included with vMix?

Support includes access to a knowledge base, community forums, documentation, email support, training videos, and optional premium support plans available through resellers.

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vMix: Can I upgrade from a previous vMix version?

Yes, upgrade options are available. Visit the upgrades page to review pricing and eligibility for transitioning from earlier vMix editions to current versions.

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