Wirecast vs vMix
Short answer: vMix and Wirecast are both professional live production tools. The biggest difference is the computer you use: vMix runs only on Windows, while Wirecast runs on both Mac and Windows. vMix sells lifetime licenses in several editions. Wirecast is a subscription with two plans, Studio and Pro. Wirecast Pro adds Cloud Multistreaming, which sends your stream to many platforms from a single upload.
Wirecast vs vMix at a Glance
How the two compare on the features live producers ask about most.
| Feature | Wirecast | vMix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Subscription. Studio from $34/mo, Pro from $42/mo (billed yearly). | Lifetime licenses: Basic HD $60, HD $350, 4K $700, Pro $1,200 (each includes 12 months of updates). vMix MAX subscription $50/mo. |
| Computers | Mac and Windows | Windows only |
| Camera inputs | Unlimited live camera sources | 3 on Basic HD, up to 1,000 inputs on HD and above |
| Remote guests | Rendezvous: 2 (Studio), 7 (Pro) | vMix Call: none on Basic HD, 1 (HD), 4 (4K), 8 (Pro and MAX) |
| Stream to several platforms at once | Yes. Pro adds Cloud Multistreaming (one upload, Telestream’s servers send it everywhere). | Up to 5 streams at once, each sent from your own connection |
| ISO recording | Pro | 4K edition and above (MultiCorder) |
| Instant replay | Pro | 4K edition (1 camera), Pro and MAX (8 cameras) |
| Titles and scoreboards | Titles in both plans. Scoreboards, clocks and timers in Pro. | GT Designer titles and scoreboards in all editions |
| PTZ camera control | Pro | 4K edition and above |
| NDI | Input (Studio), input and output (Pro) | Input and output |
| SRT | Yes | Yes (1 SRT output on Basic HD and HD, 4 on 4K and above) |
| Audio | Pro: up to 8 stereo tracks and VST3 plugins | 8 stereo buses, VST3 plugins, ASIO |
| Free trial | All features, no time limit, watermark until licensed | 60 days |
vMix details from vmix.com as of October 23, 2026. Wirecast prices update automatically. Check each product’s website for current details.
When vMix is the better fit
- You’re a Windows-only shop and prefer to buy a license once instead of paying a subscription.
- You run very large shows that need a huge number of inputs or 8-camera instant replay.
- You want deep customization through scripting and a detailed title designer.
When Wirecast is the better fit
- Your team uses Macs, or a mix of Mac and Windows. Wirecast works the same on both, so one show file and one workflow fit your whole team.
- You stream to many platforms on limited bandwidth. Cloud Multistreaming uploads once instead of sending a separate stream for each platform.
- You want one clear upgrade path. Wirecast has two plans. Pro includes guests, ISO, replay, scoreboards, PTZ and multistreaming together, with no tier chart to decode.
- You want support included. Every Wirecast plan comes with technical support from Telestream.
- You’re new to live production. Wirecast’s layer-based layout is easy to learn. Start with our beginner tutorials.
Wirecast vs vMix FAQ
Common questions from people comparing the two.
Comparison based on information published on vmix.com and wirecast.io as of October 23, 2026. Features and prices change, so check each product’s website for current details. vMix is a trademark of StudioCoast Pty Ltd. All product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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