A StreamYard alternative for webinars with registration
StreamYard is a studio for streaming to YouTube and social networks. Kolcast is a webinar room of your own: registration, invite lists and members only, on every plan, starting free.
| Kolcast | StreamYard | |
|---|---|---|
| A free plan | One webinar, up to 50 viewers, with registration | Free plan with the StreamYard logo and 2 hours of local recording a month |
| Webinars with registration | On every plan | On the Advanced plan ($88.99 a month, $68.99 billed yearly), up to 100 viewers |
| Your audience in the browser | Yes, on your own address | Yes |
| A separate recording for every speaker | Yes, in the podcast studio, you and up to 3 guests | Yes; unlimited from the Core plan |
| Streaming to YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn | No | Yes, to several at once |
StreamYard’s plans and prices as shown on streamyard.com, checked 22 October 2026. Prices change; check their site before deciding.
When Kolcast fits better
When your audience comes to you and not to a social network: registration, a list of who came, invite-only or members-only webinars, and a page that carries your brand.
Where StreamYard is stronger
- Streaming to several social networks at once.
- A very simple studio with banners and overlays.
- A low starting price.
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