G2 Vendor Directory

Google Live Stream API vs. Castr

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricGoogle Live Stream API

by Google

Castr

by Castr

Overall rating4.44.8
Review count16243
Ease of use9.09.6
Ease of setup8.79.6
Quality of support8.79.7
Meets requirements9.19.5
NPS6086.666667
Small Business56.3%91.6%
Mid-Market31.3%7.1%
Enterprise12.5%1.3%
Total page views42543
Total LLM citations1026,823

Google Live Stream API

With Live Stream API, you can transcode live, linear video streams into a variety of formats. Live Stream API benefits broadcasters, production companies, businesses, and individuals looking to transform their live video content for use across a variety of user devices.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Live Streaming
  • Setup Ease
  • Low Latency
  • Integration Capabilities
  • Streaming Capabilities

Castr

Castr is a professional live video streaming platform for small to enterprise businesses. You can use Castr to stream, host, schedule and monetize your live videos in high-quality 4k resolution using Akamai CDN. Our 24/7 dedicated tech support makes sure your live event goes smoothly on its way in and out. With Castr you can stream buffer-free and lag-free not only to 30+ social platforms but also to your own website or app simultaneously.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Live Streaming
  • Customer Support
  • Streaming Capabilities
  • Setup Ease
  • Reliability