Head-to-head comparison
Cleanfeed vs StreamYard
Two of the recording tools podcasters reach for. Here's how they differ on pricing, features, audience, and the trade-offs that actually matter day-to-day.
Broadcast-grade browser audio loved by BBC and NPR producers.
Best for: Live radio and broadcast
Live-stream-first studio that doubles as a multi-guest podcast recorder.
Best for: Live multistreaming
At a glance
The honest trade-offs
Cleanfeed
Pros
- True broadcast audio quality in-browser
- Generous free tier with multitrack
- No install or signup for guests
Watch-outs
- Audio only, no video for most tiers
- Interface and docs are aggressively dated
- Echo cancellation can be inconsistent
StreamYard
Pros
- Easiest live streaming setup anywhere
- Multistreams to many destinations at once
- AI Clips auto-generate vertical shorts
Watch-outs
- Core jumped to $44.99/mo in 2024
- Recording quality below dedicated tools
- Free tier carries StreamYard watermark
Which one should you pick?
Pick Cleanfeed if
You’re building around live radio and broadcast. Cleanfeed is the quiet pro choice — 320 kbit/s stereo over a browser link with zero fluff. There's no fancy editor, no AI cleanup, just exceptional audio for live remote sessions.
Pick StreamYard if
You’re building around live multistreaming. StreamYard was the easiest browser live streaming tool around, and it still is — the problem is the August 2024 Bending Spoons acquisition jacked Core pricing 80% to $44.99/mo.
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Frequently asked
What does Cleanfeed do better than StreamYard?
Cleanfeed's standout is "True broadcast audio quality in-browser". StreamYard doesn't make that promise — it leans into "Easiest live streaming setup anywhere" instead. If the first sentence describes your workflow, pick Cleanfeed; if the second does, pick StreamYard.
What are the trade-offs?
Cleanfeed: audio only, no video for most tiers. StreamYard: core jumped to $44.99/mo in 2024. Whether either matters depends entirely on what you actually need — neither is a deal-breaker by itself.
Can I use Cleanfeed and StreamYard together?
Both are recording tools so most teams pick one. Some workflows do combine them — for example, using Cleanfeed for one show or episode type and StreamYard for another. Worth trying both free tiers before committing.