mimoLive
Live stream software
Video software
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What is mimoLive
mimoLive is a macOS live production and streaming application used to create multi-source live shows with graphics, overlays, and scene switching. It targets streamers, educators, houses of worship, and small production teams that need a software-based switcher for live broadcasts and recordings. The product focuses on a layer-based composition workflow, built-in lower-thirds and automation options, and direct streaming/recording outputs from a desktop environment.
Software-based live switching
mimoLive provides a desktop production workflow for switching between cameras, screen capture, media files, and remote sources (via supported inputs). It supports building scenes with multiple layers (e.g., video, titles, logos, tickers) and switching between them during a live show. This fits teams that want live production features without dedicated hardware.
Graphics and overlay tooling
The product includes templates and tools for common broadcast elements such as lower-thirds, scoreboards, and picture-in-picture layouts. Users can customize overlays and reuse them across productions to standardize branding. This reduces reliance on external graphics tools for basic live-show packaging.
Multiple output and recording options
mimoLive can stream to common RTMP destinations and record locally while producing a live program feed. It also supports routing outputs for monitoring and downstream workflows (e.g., virtual camera/NDI depending on configuration). These options help creators produce a live stream and an archive copy from the same session.
macOS-only deployment
mimoLive runs on macOS, which limits adoption in Windows-centric production environments. Teams with mixed OS fleets may need dedicated Mac hardware for production. This can increase cost or complicate standardization compared with cross-platform alternatives.
Learning curve for scene design
The layer-based composition model is powerful but can take time to learn for users new to live production. Building reliable scenes, automations, and transitions typically requires testing and iteration. New users may need training to avoid on-air mistakes during complex shows.
Depends on local hardware resources
As a desktop production tool, performance depends heavily on the Mac’s CPU/GPU, capture devices, and I/O configuration. High-resolution multi-camera workflows can require higher-end hardware and careful optimization. This can be a constraint compared with more managed, cloud-centric production approaches.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Profit (Personal) | Not listed on current store (see notes). Historically (Mar 22, 2018): US$199 per year or US$19.99 per month. | For individual/non-commercial use; includes mimoLive for macOS, iPad Remote™; limited to private/non-profit usage. Sources: mimoLive store (plan page) and 2018 mimoLive 4 announcement. |
| Studio (Commercial) | Not listed on current store (see notes). Historically (Mar 22, 2018): US$699 per year or US$69.99 per month. | For commercial/professional use; includes iPad Remote™, graphics packs, ATEM controller support, SDI playout fill & key, professional support. |
| Broadcast | Not listed on current store (see notes). Historically (Mar 22, 2018): US$1,999 per year. | For broadcasters/mass-media; includes FASTLANE priority support, customizable mimoCall UI, unlimited broadcasting. |
Notes: The official mimoLive store pages (mimolive.com/store and per-license pages) display the three license tiers (Non-Profit, Studio, Broadcast) but numerical prices are rendered by the store widget and not visible in the page HTML captured. The only explicit numeric prices located on the vendor site are from an official mimoLive press release dated March 22, 2018 (mimolive.com/mimolive-4-multi-endpoint-streaming-social-media-and-more/). See cited pages for details.
Seller details
Boinx Software International GmbH
München, Germany
1996
Private
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