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An Upstream alternative for 24/7 playlists.

Stream prepared video playlists from the cloud to 14 platforms, for less per stream. If overlays and inserts drive your show, Upstream may still be the better fit.

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From $19/month · VAT included · Cancel anytime

Monthly price · 1080p

Checked Oct 8, 2026

Streams liveUpstreamStreamHouse
1 stream$30$19
3 streams$70$39
7 streams$140$69

With 7 streams, StreamHouse costs $71 less a month.

StreamHouse prices include VAT; Upstream may add VAT at checkout. Yearly billing saves up to 20% on StreamHouse and about 20% on Upstream.

StreamHouse vs Upstream

Side by side, line by line.

Prices are monthly at 1080p, from each company’s pricing page on October 8, 2026. Prices and features change, so check the sources before you decide.

Monthly · 1080pUpstreamStreamHouse
1 stream$30 a month$19 a month
3 streams$70 a month$39 a month
7 streams$140 a month ($20 per stream)$69 a month
Prices include VATMay be added at checkoutYes
Free planYes — 24 hours a month, no credit cardNo — pay-as-you-go credits from $0.06 an hour
24/7 from pre-recorded video, no OBSYesYes
4KAvailable as an upgradeFrom $49 a month
DestinationsMultistream to 10; 30+ platforms, custom RTMP or SRT14 platforms, custom RTMP and SRT
Overlays, inserts and live studioStream Designer and Live StudioNot included — render them into your videos
YouTube connectionOne-click streaming via the YouTube APIGoogle sign-in; StreamHouse creates the broadcast
WatermarkNoneNone

Sources: each company’s own pricing and product pages, checked October 8, 2026. Feature names are written as each company uses them.

When to choose

Pick the one that fits your channel.

Both run 24/7 streams from pre-recorded video without OBS. The difference is what your stream looks like, and how many you run.

StreamHouse

Choose StreamHouse if…

  • Your channel is a playlist of prepared videos
  • You run several streams and want a lower price per stream
  • You want VAT included in the price you see
Upstream

Upstream may suit you better if…

  • Overlays, inserts or a live studio are central to your show
  • You want to try first on a free plan (24 hours a month)
  • You need more than 20 streams at once

Switching from Upstream

Moving over, step by step.

If your channel is a playlist, moving takes three steps. Keep the Upstream stream running until the new one checks out.

  1. List what your stream needs

    Overlays, jingles and inserts. Render anything you need into your source videos before you move.

  2. Compare like for like

    The same number of streams, at the same resolution.

  3. Rebuild, then test

    Upload your source files and rebuild the playlist. Test on a private or unlisted broadcast before you switch the production stream key.

StreamHouse vs Upstream

Questions, answered.

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  • At 1080p, yes. StreamHouse costs $19 a month for 1 stream, $39 for 3 and $69 for 7. Upstream lists $30, $70 and $140 for the same numbers of streams. StreamHouse prices include VAT; Upstream may add it at checkout.

  • Upstream includes tools to design your stream: Stream Designer for overlays and inserts, and Live Studio. StreamHouse plays a playlist of prepared videos around the clock and costs less per stream. If your show depends on on-screen design, Upstream fits better.

  • No. StreamHouse streams your videos as they are. Add overlays, jingles or inserts to the videos before you upload them.

  • No. You can buy pay-as-you-go credits from $0.06 an hour of streaming, or choose a monthly plan from $19. Upstream has a free plan with 24 hours of streaming a month.

  • Yes. Upload your source videos, rebuild the playlist and connect your channel. Test on a private or unlisted broadcast, then switch your production stream key.

  • Yes. StreamHouse runs in the cloud, so your playlist keeps streaming with your computer off. Upstream works the same way.

  • Yes. StreamHouse 4K plans start at $49 a month. Upstream offers 4K as an upgrade.

  • 14 platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Kick, TikTok and Facebook, plus any custom RTMP or SRT server. Upstream lists 30+ platforms and multistreaming to up to 10 at once.

Switching from Upstream

Bring your playlist. Keep your channel live.

Upload your videos, rebuild the playlist and test on an unlisted broadcast before you switch the stream key.

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  • 14 platforms + custom servers
  • Runs with your computer off
  • From $19/month