Muvi Playout
Live stream software
Video software
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$199 per month
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What is Muvi Playout
Muvi Playout is a cloud-based playout and channel scheduling product used to run linear-style live streams from pre-recorded video assets. It supports creating program schedules, inserting ads or fillers, and delivering an always-on stream to common streaming endpoints for distribution. It is typically used by OTT operators, media companies, and brands that want a 24/7 channel experience without on-prem playout infrastructure. The product sits alongside broader video hosting/OTT offerings and focuses specifically on playlist-to-live channel operations.
Linear channel scheduling tools
Muvi Playout focuses on building and managing schedules for linear-style channels, including playlists and time-based programming. This fits teams that need predictable, TV-like programming rather than one-off live events. It can reduce manual effort compared with assembling continuous streams in general-purpose live streaming tools. The emphasis on playout differentiates it from products centered on webinars or interactive live sessions.
Cloud playout deployment model
As a cloud service, it avoids the need to maintain dedicated playout servers and related broadcast infrastructure. This can simplify operations for organizations that want to launch or test channels quickly. Cloud operation also supports distributed teams managing schedules remotely. It aligns with modern streaming workflows that deliver to standard streaming endpoints.
Ad and filler insertion support
The product supports inserting ads and filler content into scheduled streams, which is important for monetized or always-on channels. This helps operators maintain continuity when primary content ends early or gaps appear in the schedule. It also supports more structured channel operations than basic live encoders. These capabilities are commonly required for OTT-style linear channels.
Not a full video platform
Muvi Playout is primarily a playout and scheduling layer rather than an end-to-end video platform. Organizations may still need separate components for video CMS, hosting, analytics, DRM, or audience engagement depending on their requirements. This can increase integration work compared with suites that bundle more of the workflow. Fit depends on whether the buyer already has upstream/downstream systems.
Limited fit for interactive events
The product is designed for linear channels and continuous streaming, not for highly interactive live events. Use cases like audience Q&A, guest management, or webinar-style registration typically require other tools. Teams focused on creator-led live shows or virtual events may find the feature set mismatched. It is better aligned to broadcast-like operations than event production.
Operational complexity for scheduling
Running a 24/7 channel requires ongoing schedule management, asset preparation, and monitoring. Teams without programming operations experience may face a learning curve in building reliable schedules and handling exceptions. Quality control for assets (formats, loudness, captions) can also add process overhead. This is a common tradeoff of linear playout workflows versus simple on-demand publishing.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $199 per month (billed annually) | Unlimited content; up to 10K concurrent users; HD playout; ABR streaming; Drag & Drop Scheduler; HLS share/embed; Bulk upload/FTP/S3 sync; Analytics overview; Advanced video player; Ad monetization (SCTE-35); DRM protection; Built-in Amazon CDN; APIs & Webhooks; 1 admin account; 99.9% uptime; Basic support. +Infra fees apply (bandwidth, storage, encoding, HLS runtime). Free trial (no credit card required). |
| Professional | $499 per month (billed annually) | Everything in Standard, plus: up to 50K concurrent users; 4K playout; EPG; SRT streaming; Advanced analytics (engagement); Advanced security (watermarking, geo-blocking, domain restrictions); Player customization & branding; Interactivity (polls, live chat); AI clips & dubbing; Content Partner Portal; 3 admin accounts. +Infra fees apply. Free trial available. |
| Enterprise | $1,999 per month (billed annually) | Everything in Professional, plus: 50K+ concurrent users; Dedicated server; AI recommendations, AI chat with video, AI search in video; RBAC; SSO; 10 admin accounts; Custom CDN, storage & infra setup; Custom analytics reports & audit logs; 99.99% uptime; Priority support (add-on). +Infra fees apply; custom infra/CDN options available. Free trial available. |
Seller details
Muvi LLC
New York, NY, USA
2013
Private
https://www.muvi.com/
https://x.com/muvicom
https://www.linkedin.com/company/muvi/
