Youtube alternatives - the 5 best platforms
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YouTube is by far the most popular video platform. But alternatives are important when it comes to being able to see blocked music videos in Germany, for example. There are plenty of options, we present a selection here.
Vimeo.com - YouTube alternative in high gloss
In advance: Vimeo is now chargeable. For 6 euros a month you have 5 GB of upload storage space per week in addition to the player. Staggered up to 70 euros per month, the capacity increases to 7 TB and various extras and advantages.
- Vimeo can impress with high quality videos. Especially artists, graphic artists and designers upload elaborately produced films and animations here. The video offer looks higher quality and more professional than the colorful mass of amateur video snippets on YouTube.
- The censorship is not as strict as on YouTube: Here you can also see uncensored versions of well-known music videos - just as the interpreters actually intended.
- In keeping with the content, the layout looks minimalistic and chic. Vimeo is also available as an app for Windows 8, iOS and Android.
- Conclusion: Particularly high quality and extensive, but unfortunately not for nothing .
Overview of advantages and disadvantages of Vimeo
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High quality content |
Less strict censorship |
Particularly interesting for professionals |
Account upgrades possible |
Exchange with community |
Can be used with various apps |
Vevo - the ultimate music video collection
Vevo is a site for music videos only. If you don't feel like rummaging through countless covers and poor quality videos on YouTube, Vevo is the perfect alternative.
- The clips on Vevo not only shine with excellent video, but also audio quality.
- Another advantage: you don't have to register on the site unless you want personalized suggestions.
- The layout is very simple: the search bar is in the top center and if you scroll down, you will find the latest or most popular videos and playlists. However, not every band or singer has a Vevo channel, which makes it difficult to find specific videos.
- Conclusion: simple and clear, but content is limited to music videos .
Overview of advantages and disadvantages of Vevo
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Very good video and audio quality |
Can be used without registration |
DailyMotion - the French video alternative
The French video portal DailyMotion has now established itself and is a real competitor to YouTube.
- Here you will even find individual well-sorted channels on various topics such as news or films, in which you will then be presented with a suitable video selection.
- The layout is based on YouTube, and advertising in front of the videos is normal, so you don't have to get used to the navigation. Big advantage of Dailymotion: Many of the videos blocked on YouTube are available here.
- Conclusion: YouTube's strongest competitor with almost the same structure, but unfortunately not as popular in Germany.
Overview of the advantages and disadvantages of DailyMotion
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Rubrics such as news or films |
Content blocked on YouTube available |
The greatest reach after YouTube |
Various apps available |
VidLii - Ideal for amateur filmmakers
With VidLii you can easily upload your own videos and share them privately with friends and family. You can also follow certain channels and rate them with a star system. This is very reminiscent of YouTube from the past and that is also the backbone of VidLii.
$config[ads_text5] not found- Rather, this platform is about privately sharing videos in a simple environment. The amateur character is in the foreground.
- The few members so far and the associated rather low content may deter, but VidLii is still in its infancy - there is still room for improvement here.
- Conclusion: Like YouTube from back then, perfect for amateur filmmakers who don't want to achieve a long reach. Unfortunately still a small user community.
Overview of advantages and disadvantages of VidLii
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Ease of use |
Simple platform for sharing private videos |
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Completely free |
Twitch - the gaming video portal
Since YouTube has also been supporting live broadcasts and streams for some time, Twitch can be a good alternative. The streaming platform for gamers is no longer an insider tip, Amazon bought Twitch in 2014 for a proud $ 970 million.
- Similar to YouTube, you can subscribe to Twitch and watch videos live on Twitch. There is also a chat function for registered users.
- In addition to live streams from hobby gamers, Twitch is also used by e-sports organizers to broadcast their event.
- So if you are primarily looking for gaming content, you will find it at Twitch. In combination with an Amazon Prime account, you can enjoy other benefits such as game loots or ad-free streaming.
- Conclusion: Twitch has overtaken YouTube in the area of gaming livestream, there is no better platform for this small niche.
Overview of advantages and disadvantages of Twitch
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Gaming live streams with chat function |
Benefits for Amazon customers |
Large community |
Free games with Twitch Prime
In our next practical tip, we will show you what you can do if the video stream jerky again.