Cliggs vs StreamYard
StreamYard prices jumped 80–368% after its acquisition. Here's how the two platforms actually compare for gaming streamers in 2026.
Last updated: May 2026 · 8 min read
TL;DR
Quick Verdict
| Cliggs | StreamYard | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Gaming streamers | Podcasters & businesses |
| Gaming focus | ✅ Built for gamers | ❌ Not gaming-focused |
| Multi-streaming | ✅ Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Blaze | ✅ Multiple platforms |
| AI clips | ✅ Included free | ❌ $99/mo plan only |
| Mobile app | ✅ iOS & Android | ❌ Browser only |
| Free plan | ✅ All 3 gaming platforms | ✅ With watermark, 720p |
| Kick support | ✅ Free plan | ✅ Paid plans only |
| Paid starts at | See cliggs.tv | $49/mo |
If you're a gaming streamer, Cliggs is built for you and dramatically more affordable. If you run a professional podcast, interview show, or business webinar, StreamYard's studio features may justify its price.
The Basics
The Core Difference
Multi-Platform Streaming for Gamers
Cliggs is designed around one specific workflow: go live on Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Blaze at the same time, grow your audience across all six platforms simultaneously, and automatically generate clips for short-form content — all for free.
The interface is fast and clean. The mobile app lets you manage streams on the go.
Control Center adds a live layer on top of that: trigger sponsor overlays, shoutouts, and reactions from your phone the instant a moment happens — something StreamYard's browser-based studio doesn't offer.
Browser-Based Studio for Professionals
StreamYard is a polished browser-based production studio built for creators who need professional layouts, guest management, and branded overlays. Its strongest use cases are interview shows, panel discussions, podcasts, and business webinars.
StreamYard is excellent at what it does — but what it does isn't really aimed at gaming streamers. You shouldn't pay $99/mo to get AI clip generation.
Side by Side
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Cliggs | StreamYard |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-platform streaming | ||
| Twitch | ||
| Kick | ✅ All plans | Paid only |
| YouTube | ||
| Facebook Live | ||
| LinkedIn Live | ||
| AI clip generation | Free | $99/mo only |
| Guest invites | ||
| Browser-based studio | ||
| Mobile app | iOS & Android | |
| Custom overlays | ||
| Community features | ||
| Watermark on free plan | No | Yes |
| Webinar features | ||
| Gaming-specific features | ||
| Mobile-triggered live overlays (Control Center) | ||
| Sponsor / paid ad overlays |
Cost Breakdown
Pricing Breakdown
Cliggs Pricing
Multistream to Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram & Blaze · AI clips · No watermark · Mobile app
Advanced features · Priority support
StreamYard Pricing (2026)
Watermark · 720p max · 20 hrs/mo storage · Limited destinations
No watermark · 1080p · 5 destinations · No AI clips
10 destinations · AI clip generation · Advanced features
Team seats · Webinar capacity · Priority support
Real Cost for a Gaming Streamer
For multi-streaming to Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Blaze with AI clip generation:
Cliggs
$0/mo
Everything included
StreamYard
$99/mo
Pro plan required for AI clips
That's $1,188/year with StreamYard vs $0 with Cliggs for the same core functionality.
Worth Knowing
The StreamYard Price Increase Problem
In April 2024, StreamYard was acquired by Bending Spoons — the same company behind Evernote. Following the acquisition, StreamYard raised prices between 80% and 368% depending on the plan. Existing subscribers were not grandfathered in at their old rates.
The Basic plan went from roughly $25/mo to $49/mo. The Professional plan went from roughly $49/mo to $99/mo.
User reports surfaced issues with billing after cancellation, refund difficulties, and poor communication during the transition. These concerns are documented across G2, Capterra, Reddit, and Trustpilot.
Decision Guide
Which Platform Is Right for You?
Choose Cliggs if…
- You stream games and your audience is on Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Blaze
- You want AI clips without paying extra — Cliggs includes them free
- You're fed up with StreamYard's pricing after the Bending Spoons acquisition
- You want a mobile app to manage your stream away from your desk
- You want to grow on Kick while keeping Twitch and YouTube audiences
- You're building an audience and every dollar matters
Choose StreamYard if…
- You run a podcast, interview show, or panel discussion with guests
- You need professional-grade overlays and branded scenes for a business broadcast
- Your audience is on LinkedIn or Facebook alongside YouTube
- You run webinars and need multiple presentation modes
- Your organization needs team seats and multiple people managing the broadcast
- You can justify $49–99/mo for a professional production studio
- Gaming is not your content focus
Real Scenarios
Use Case Scenarios
"I stream Fortnite and want more viewers"
Multi-stream to all three gaming platforms, AI clips included free.
"I host a weekly interview podcast with 3 remote guests"
Guest management and polished scene layouts are StreamYard's strongest feature.
"My StreamYard Basic price jumped from $25 to $49"
If you're a gaming streamer, Cliggs covers your core needs for free.
"I want to stream to Kick while growing my YouTube channel"
Built exactly for this use case.
"I run corporate town halls for 500+ employees"
Enterprise features, multiple seats, professional production tools.
"I want clips for TikTok without editing manually"
AI clips are included free. With StreamYard, you'd need the $99/mo Pro plan.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cliggs a StreamYard alternative?
Why did StreamYard prices go up so much?
Does StreamYard support Kick?
Does Cliggs have guest invites like StreamYard?
Does StreamYard have a mobile app?
Can I switch from StreamYard to Cliggs?
Conclusion
Final Verdict
StreamYard built something genuinely good: a polished, browser-based studio with strong guest management for professional productions. For podcast hosts, interviewers, and business broadcasters, it still earns its place.
But for gaming streamers in 2026, the calculus has changed. The post-acquisition price increases are steep. AI clips require a $99/mo plan. There's no mobile app. And Kick is locked behind a paid plan.
Cliggs was built for exactly what gaming streamers need: multistream to Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Blaze with one click, AI clips included at no extra cost, and a free plan that doesn't watermark your stream.
Start streaming free. No credit card.
No watermark. No price surprises. Just your stream on Twitch, Kick, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Blaze — with AI clips included.
Pricing data verified May 2026. Cliggs is not affiliated with StreamYard or Bending Spoons.