One Rec vs StreamYard
StreamYard charges $25/month for a browser-based streaming platform. One Rec includes a desktop streaming studio (in alpha) with scene management, multi-destination RTMP, and guest invites, plus cinematic screen recording, AI captions, and a timeline editor. Start on the free plan.
TL;DR
Quick verdict
- One Rec has a free plan; paid plans start at $9/mo. StreamYard Basic costs $25/month.
- One Rec is a desktop app. StreamYard is browser-based. Both stream at up to 1080p.
- One Rec includes cinematic zoom, cursor effects, and a timeline editor. StreamYard has none.
- StreamYard excels at multi-person live shows. One Rec excels at polished recordings + streaming.
Feature comparison
How they compare
Verified feature-by-feature breakdown of One Rec vs StreamYard.
| Feature | One Rec | StreamYard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free; paid from $9/mo | $25/month |
| Desktop App | Included | Browser-based |
| Live Streaming | Included | Included |
| Multi-Destination RTMP | 3 to 25 destinations (paid plans) | Included |
| Scene Management | Included | Included |
| Cinematic Auto-Zoom | Included | Not included |
| Cursor Effects | Included | Not included |
| Timeline Editor | Included | Not included |
| AI Captions (Local) | Included | Cloud only |
| 4K / 60fps | 4K export (Pro), 60 fps | 1080p max |
| No Watermark (Free) | Not included | Not included |
| macOS / Windows / Linux | Included | Browser only |
One Rec strengths
Where One Rec wins
Free streaming studio
StreamYard charges $25/month for basic streaming. One Rec's streaming studio includes scene management, guest invites, and multi-destination RTMP from $9/month, and you can start on the free plan.
Recording + streaming in one app
One Rec combines a full screen recording studio with cinematic zoom, AI captions, and a timeline editor alongside a streaming studio. StreamYard is streaming-only with no recording editing.
Desktop recording quality
One Rec records at your screen's native resolution as a desktop app and exports up to 4K on Pro. StreamYard is limited by browser capabilities, typically maxing out at 1080p.
Honest take
When StreamYard might be a better fit
Here's where StreamYard might suit you better.
You host multi-person live shows
StreamYard is polished for live interview formats: easy guest invites, branded overlays, and audience comments on screen. If you host live shows with multiple remote guests, StreamYard's UX is refined for that.
You need branded stream overlays
StreamYard has extensive branding tools: custom logos, overlays, banners, and audience comments. If brand customization during live streams is critical, StreamYard is strong here.
Pricing
Side-by-side pricing
| Plan | One Rec | StreamYard |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $0 | $25/month |
| Free tier | Unlimited recordings, 720p export | 720p, watermark, 20hr/mo |
| Recording quality | Native resolution, 30 fps | 1080p max |
| Timeline editor | Included | Not available |
| AI Captions | Included (local) | Cloud (paid) |
Monthly cost
- One Rec
- $0
- StreamYard
- $25/month
Free tier
- One Rec
- Unlimited recordings, 720p export
- StreamYard
- 720p, watermark, 20hr/mo
Recording quality
- One Rec
- Native resolution, 30 fps
- StreamYard
- 1080p max
Timeline editor
- One Rec
- Included
- StreamYard
- Not available
AI Captions
- One Rec
- Included (local)
- StreamYard
- Cloud (paid)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
For most streaming needs, yes. One Rec includes scene management, guest invites, and multi-destination RTMP output. For advanced live show features like on-screen comments and branded overlays, StreamYard may still be preferred.
The streaming studio is on the free plan: 1 destination at 720p30, up to 2 live hours a month, with no guests. Guest invites and multi-destination streaming come with paid plans from $9/month. StreamYard's free tier adds a watermark and limits recordings to 720p.
Yes, on paid plans: 3 destinations on Creator, 10 on Pro, and 25 on Team. Presets cover YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook, plus any custom RTMP server.
See for yourself.
No account needed to record, edit or export, and no time limit on recordings. Try it on your next video.