Video Sharing Website Comparison Chart
The following table compares general information for a number of popular video hosting services.
NOTE: Comparison chart was created based on available information and features are subject to change.
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YouTube |
Viddler |
Vimeo |
UStream |
Blip.tv blip.tv |
Description |
Video sharing website where users can post, view, rate and comment on videos. |
Video sharing site that incorporates blogging, photos & more. Non commercial accounts are free. Free videos are kept on the site for 30 days. |
Video sharing website where users can post, view, like and comment on videos. No commercial content is allowed. |
A site dedicated to the live streaming of video on a variety of topics. It also has an interactive component where users can ask questions. |
A site dedicated to sharing original web video series. Showcased series are handpicked by editors and producers can get a share of ad revenues. |
File Size Limit |
2 GB |
2 GB storage limit for free account |
50 MB/week |
Not specified |
1 GB |
Length Limit |
15 minutes |
Not specified |
Not specified |
No specified |
Not specific |
Commenting |
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Create Video Online |
No |
No |
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Edit Video |
No |
No |
No |
No |
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Live Streaming |
No |
No |
No |
No |
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Privacy |
Videos can be public, so anyone can view them. They can be unlisted, so anyone with a link can see them. Or they can be private, so only those invited can see them. |
Videos can be public, so everyone can view them. They can also be shared, so only selected people can see it. Or they can be private, so only the user can see them. |
Can set account to public or private. Or users can choose to share videos with contacts or people they choose only. |
Videos can be public or password protected. |
Pro accounts can hide videos, set passwords and time releases. |
Social Media Integration |
Facebook, Twitter, Reader, Orkut, MySpace |
Twitter and Flickr |
Facebook and Twitter |
Facebook and Twitter |
Facebook and Twitter |