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OpenVidu vs Red5

A head-to-head comparison of OpenVidu and Red5, And what features does Video SDK offer?
OpenVidu
OpenVidu is an open-source web real-time communication WebRTC platform and client-side SDK that enables developers to add real-time video and audio communication features to their applications using the OpenVidu API. It is a low-level SDK that provides complete control over the video conferencing experience, with the OpenVidu Server handling session management and signaling.
Red5
Red5 is a free and open-source media server that enables real-time streaming of video and audio over the internet. It is a flexible platform that can be used to build a wide variety of streaming applications on demand. However, RED5 is expensive to run for large-scale streaming due to high computing resource requirements and lack of pre-built applications.
How Video SDK make a difference?
OpenVidu and Red5 are both server-side technologies for building real-time communication applications. OpenVidu is a platform that combines WebRTC and other web technologies to create real-time video conferencing app, while Red5 is a media server that can handle various types of media streaming, including live video and audio. However, there are some key differences beetween OpenVidu and Red5 so it's essential to be aware of their limitations and constraints.
Presenting the Video SDK - a robust and user-friendly video conferencing SDK that offers an extensive array of features, including chat, polls, break-out rooms, streaming capabilities, and RTMP out. It's the perfect solution for businesses and organizations of any size that require creating top-notch and captivating real-time communication experiences.
Here is a comparison of Video SDK with OpenVidu vs Red5, and understand why Video SDK emerges as a much better choice for all your requirements.

Features Comparison : OpenVidu vs Red5 vs Video SDK

OpenVidu
Red5
VideoSDK
No. of Participants (Including Hosts)
OpenVidu support 5 Participant Only.
Upto 250 Participants
VideoSDK supports upto Million Participants
Ease of SDK Integration
OpenVidu needs 3+ month to SDK intergration.
Complex Integration
VideoSDK requires less than 2 weeks for

SDK integration

Adpative Audio/Video Quality
Adpative audio/video quality is not available in OpenVidu.
Available
VideoSDK provides best adaptive audio/video quality.
Works behind the Firewall/Private-Network
Yes
  • Only Available for Enterprise Plan
No
Yes
Role Management, Permissions, Policy and Templates
OpenVidu not offer Role Management, Permissions, Policy and Templates.
Yes
VideoSDK offers Role management, Permissions, Policy and Templates
Automatic video and audio track degrade due to bandwidth in-consistency
Not available
Not Available
Available
Dynamic Layout for Studio and RTMP Live Streaming
Dynamic Layout for Studio and RTMP Live Streaming is not available in OpenVidu SDK.
Not Available
Available (No need for manual config.)
Build collaborative features like chat, poll, Q & A, whiteboard etc.
In OpenVidu SDK need Separate integration for Build collaborative features.
Not Available
VideoSDK offers a range of collaborative features
Virtual Background, Live Transcription & ML Middleware
Separate integration
Not Available
Easy Integration
Webhooks
Not Available
Available
Available
Pricing Model
Usage Based
Subscription Based
Pay-as-You-Go

Plan

Interactive Live Streaming
Yes
Yes
VideoSDK supports

Interactive Live Streaming

Cloud Recording
Yes (Only on Enterprise Plan)
No
VideoSDK offers Cloud Recording Capabilities
Interactive Whiteboard
Yes
No
VideoSDK provides Interactive Whiteboard Feature
Multi-platform
OpenVidu not supports multiple platforms for a wider reach.
No
VideoSDK compatible with Multi-Platforms for greater reach
Interactive Participant Support
OpenVidu offer Limited Support.
Upto 1000
Upto 5,000
Mobile Browser Support
Limited (iOS not supported)
Limited (25%)
Video support 91% mobile browsers
Automatic Audio/Video Degrade, Re-connectivity
Yes
No
VideoSDK supports Reconnectivity with Audio/Video Quality adjustments..
Audio & Video powered by AI
No
No
Yes
Independent of Open Source Dependency
No
No
VideoSDK is not dependent on open source.
Customised RTMP, Cloud Recording, HLS
No
No
Yes
API for Specific Features (Collaborative Games, Polls, etc.)
Limited
Yes
Yes
API for Social Features (Merging Rooms, Battles, Coins, Gifts Sending etc.)
Limited
No
Yes
Full HD Recording
No (Only on Enterprise Plan)
No
VideoSDK supports full HD recording
Open Source Templates
No
No
VideoSDK rely on open source templates
Full Custom roles
Yes
No
VideoSDK offer support for full custom roles
HLS Streaming
OpenVidu does not supports HLS streaming.
Yes
VideoSDK supports HLS streaming
Cost-effective
OpenVidu is not cost effective.
No
VideoSDK is Cost Effective
Prebuilt SDK
Separate SDK
Separate SDK
VideoSDK provides Prebuilt SDKs for easier integration
Fully Customizable UI
Not Flexible
No
VideoSDK allows for Limited customizable UI
Metaverse Platform Support
No
No
VideoSDK support Metaverse platform
Session Analytics
Basic
No
VideoSDK offer session analytics option
Data Tracks
Basic
No
VideoSDK offer track data option

Price Comparison : OpenVidu vs Red5 vs Video SDK

OpenVidu
Red5
VideoSDK
Volume Discount
No
No
VideoSDK offer the

Volume Discount

Video Conferencing
Yes
Developer Pro: $29.99 per month Small- to medium-sized companies: $7,500 per year Enterprise services: $57,000 High volume: Custom pricing Startup Pro: $109
  • Video SD: $2.00
  • Video HD: $3.00
  • Video Full HD: $7.00
  • Video 2K: $7.00
  • Video 2K+: $7.00
Analytics
No
No
VideoSDK offer Free Analytics with Dashboard
Separate Pricing for Video and Audio
Yes
No
Yes
Free 10,000 Minutes Every Month
No (15 days Free trial)
No
Yes
Minimum Price for Video Calls
$0.0018 per core per minute
Not Available
$0.002 per participant minutes
Minimum Price for Audio-only Calls
0.0006$ core/minute.
Not Available
$0.0006 per participant minutes
Advanced Firewall Control
No
No
VideoSDK offer Free Firewall Control
Compliance & Privacy
OpenVidu not provides compliance & privacy support.
Red5 not provides compliance & privacy support.
Provide Compliance Standards and Privacy Regulations:
  • HIPPA Complaint
  • GDPR Complaint
  • Data Localization
  • SOC2 : Type 2
  • ISO:27001
  • VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing)
  • CERT-in (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team)
Cloud Recording Pricing
  • $5.18 per 6 cores for 24 hours
  • $25.92 per 10 cores for 24 hours
On $3,399 per month Plan
  • Video SD: $15.00 1,000 minutes (No limit on participants)
  • Video HD: $15.00 1,000 minutes (No limit on participants)
RTMP Pricing
Not Included
On $3,399 per month Plan
  • $15 per 1,000 minutes
ILS Pricing
Aggregated resolution based per participant pricing
Basic live streaming: $29.99 per month Growth Pro: $89 per year or $99 per month Bulk discounts: Available for large enterprise installations"
  • $0.001 per participant minute (Support Full HD)
Storage Pricing
Extra Cost
Developer Pro: $29.99 per month Small- to medium-sized companies: $7,500 per year Enterprise services: $57,000 High volume: Custom pricing Startup Pro: $109
  • $3 per 1000 minutes per month

Support Comparison : OpenVidu vs Red5 vs Video SDK

OpenVidu
Red5
VideoSDK
Support
Paid
Yes
Yes
Cost
  • Email support costs $0.0006 per core per minute.
  • Community support is free
Basic live streaming: $29.99 per month Growth Pro: $89 per year or $99 per month Small- to medium-sized companies: $7,500 per year Enterprise services: $57,000 per year High volume: Custom pricing
Free
Access to Testing
Yes
Yes
All paid accounts get access to testing support from Video SDK
Access to TAM / CS Engineer
Yes (Enterprise plan)
No
Dedicated CS & Solution Engineers
SLAs
Additional (24x7 or NBD (Next Business Day))
Yes
Affordable SLA with

99.9% Uptime

SUCCESS STORY

How Immigo empowered personalized language learning experience with Video SDK

Discover why Video SDK is the top choice for customers
Shilpa Jain-CEO & Co-Founder at Talk Your Heart Out
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“We switched from a major international player to Video SDK due to their responsiveness to feedback, superior product, and better service. They outshine bigger players in the market and have been excellent in resolving issues promptly.”

Shilpa Jain ,

CEO & Co-Founder at Talk Your Heart Out

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