Castreon

Castreon

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About

Castreon is self-hosted live TV headend software that runs on Linux servers and is managed through a web panel. It ingests feeds from DVB-C/T/T2 cards, IP cameras and network sources such as SRT, RIST, UDP, RTMP, HTTP, HLS and DASH, with automatic source failover. Operators can transcode on CPU or GPU to H.264, HEVC or AV1, create adaptive-bitrate outputs, and deliver channels through HLS, LL-HLS, DASH, HTTP-TS and WebRTC or push them to other servers and CDNs. The software also supports continuous channels from media files, catch-up and timeshift, recordings, clips, access controls, audience statistics, monitoring, alerts and a REST API. Optional capabilities include SCTE-35, signed multi-CDN links and DRM. Castreon is installed on the operator’s own Linux server and serves broadcasters, cable and IPTV operators, OTT services, hotels and internet providers.

About

Get everything you need to livestream in one place. Our live video streaming solution is built on HTML5, removing the need to download or install plugins. Fully customize your HLS video player to match your brand’s identity. Live streaming video quality is adjusted based on the viewer's device and network conditions to offer a seamless experience. Google Chrome browsers; Android, Linux, Microsoft, and macOS devices; several set-top boxes, smart TVs, and other players support HLS. Build once and deploy everywhere. HLS live streaming is optimized to be delivered globally through CDN, with minimal latency. Get insights into how viewers are responding to your content. The HTTP live streaming API provides a number of advantages to streamers and viewers, delivering higher throughput, decreased latency, and improved experience. Engage a large number of students easily with live streaming and interactive capabilities offered by low-latency HTTP streaming.

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Cable and IPTV operators, broadcasters, OTT platforms, hotel TV providers and ISPs

Audience

Businesses searching for a solution to build interactive live video streaming experiences for their clients

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

€25/server/month
Starter is €25 per server per month plus VAT; Pro is €49 and Enterprise is €99 per server per month, plus VAT. Fees are billed monthly in advance. Each license covers one server and renews monthly; cancellation takes effect at the end of the paid month. A 14-day trial includes Pro features for up to 10 channels, with no credit card or automatic charge.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

$0.004 per user per minute
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.0 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 4.0 / 5
design 3.0 / 5
support 4.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Hi, I'm Amelia, and I work in the banking sector. After using the EnableX Live Streaming API again recently, I felt compelled to share how it's transformed our work. This API has truly been a game-changer for us. In banking, clear and secure communication is everything. With EnableX, we can now connect with our clients and colleagues effortlessly. Whether it's a client meeting, team discussion, or training session, the real-time streaming capabilities ensure that our interactions are smooth and effective. What I love about EnableX is how easy it is to use. Even those of us who aren't tech experts can navigate it easily. Plus, the support from the EnableX team is fantastic—they're always there to help us out whenever we need it.

Cons

  • Live streaming can suffer from latency, causing delays between the real-time event and the broadcast. This can impact the viewer experience, especially for interactive content.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Web Tools IT
Founded: 2015
Germany
castreon.net

Company Information

EnableX
Singapore
www.enablex.io/cpaas/http-live-streaming

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Categories

Live Streaming Supported

Categories

Live Streaming Supported

Integrations

CDN77 Supported
Facebook Not Supported
Gcore Supported
Google Chrome Not Supported
HTML Not Supported
LinkedIn Not Supported
Prometheus Supported
Telegram Supported
Twitch Not Supported
VK Not Supported
WhatsApp Not Supported
YouTube Not Supported
bunny.net Supported

Integrations

CDN77 Not Supported
Facebook Supported
Gcore Not Supported
Google Chrome Supported
HTML Supported
LinkedIn Supported
Prometheus Not Supported
Telegram Not Supported
Twitch Supported
VK Supported
WhatsApp Supported
YouTube Supported
bunny.net Not Supported
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