Best live streaming software
Desktop broadcasting studios for building scenes and going live to Twitch, YouTube, Kick and other platforms, with recording built in.
1 apps, ordered by visits from AppBreakup and how often our research lists each one as an alternative. Open any app to see its alternatives.
All live streaming software
- Alternatives to Streamlabs Desktop
Free live streaming app built on OBS, with alerts, overlays, chat tools and a paid Ultra plan for extras.
Free plan + paidOpen sourceWindows, macOS
Our picks by need
Best for most people
Streamlabs DesktopBest for open source
Streamlabs DesktopBest for Mac
Streamlabs DesktopBest for Windows
Streamlabs DesktopCommon questions
What is the best live streaming software?
Based on how often our research lists them as alternatives and visits from AppBreakup, the leading live streaming software options right now are Streamlabs Desktop.
Is there free live streaming software?
Yes. Streamlabs Desktop (free plan + paid) has a free option, out of 1 free or freemium apps we track.
Which live streaming software is open source?
Streamlabs Desktop.