Mixlr
Live stream software
Video software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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$38 per month
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- Arts, entertainment, and recreation
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- Accommodation and food services
What is Mixlr
Mixlr is a live audio streaming platform used to broadcast real-time audio to listeners via web and mobile apps. It is commonly used by radio-style broadcasters, DJs, musicians, venues, and event organizers that need a simple way to stream audio and host live shows. The product focuses on audio-first live streaming with a hosted listening experience, embeddable players, and basic show management features. Compared with broader live video and webinar platforms, Mixlr is oriented toward audio distribution rather than multi-speaker video production.
Audio-first live broadcasting
Mixlr is purpose-built for live audio streaming rather than general-purpose video webcasting. This makes it a practical fit for radio-style programming, DJ sets, talk shows, and event audio feeds. The listener experience is designed around continuous audio playback with a hosted stream page and apps. For teams that do not need video production workflows, this reduces setup complexity.
Embeddable web player
Mixlr provides an embeddable player that can be placed on a website to distribute a live stream directly to an owned audience. This supports use cases such as venue sites, artist pages, and event pages that want to centralize listening. Embedding can reduce reliance on directing users to third-party destinations. It also simplifies distribution for organizations without a dedicated streaming infrastructure.
Accessible listener reach
Mixlr offers web and mobile listening options, which helps audiences tune in without specialized software. This is useful for public-facing broadcasts where friction to join needs to be low. The platform model can be easier to operate than building and maintaining an audio streaming stack. It also suits recurring shows where a consistent channel/page is beneficial.
Limited video capabilities
Although it can be grouped with streaming tools, Mixlr is primarily an audio platform and does not provide the depth of video production features found in video-first live streaming and webinar products. Organizations needing multi-camera video, speaker layouts, or advanced video branding typically require additional tools. This can introduce operational overhead for teams that want a single platform for both audio and video. As a result, it is less suitable for video-centric marketing events and webcasts.
Fewer enterprise webcast controls
Mixlr is not positioned as a full enterprise webcast solution with extensive attendee management, registration workflows, and corporate compliance features. Teams that need granular access controls, advanced analytics, or integrated event marketing workflows may find gaps. This can matter for regulated industries or large internal communications programs. Buyers may need to pair it with other systems for governance and reporting.
Production workflow is external
Mixlr typically relies on external audio sources and production tooling (e.g., mixers, encoders, or broadcast software) to create the final program feed. This is appropriate for broadcasters but can be a barrier for teams expecting an all-in-one in-browser studio. Setup quality depends on the user’s audio chain and configuration. For non-technical users, this can increase time-to-first-stream and support needs.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner (Free) | FREE — "Beginner" free plan (create account) | 3 hours live broadcasting per month; 3 file uploads; live audience chat; suggested as the free starter plan on Mixlr's sign-up page. |
| Intermediate | $49 per month (billed monthly) / $38 per month (billed annually) | Unlimited live broadcasting; hosting for up to 120 recordings/uploads; dedicated channel page with event schedule and recording archive; follower notifications; customizable embed player; detailed listener analytics; private streams (access codes); email support. |
| Advanced | $150 per month (billed monthly) / $83 per month (billed annually) | Everything in Intermediate plus hosting for up to 240 recordings/uploads; automatic fallback/24/7 playback; advanced scheduling and automation; RTMP (stream key) ingest for OBS and similar; Live Stream URL (TuneIn-compatible); domain-restricted embeds; priority support. |
| Enterprise | Prices start from $199 per month (12 month agreement) — custom pricing | Custom solutions: multi-channel/network support; API & SDK access; custom-branded iOS/Android apps; account manager and onboarding; requires contacting sales. |
Seller details
Mixlr Ltd
London, UK
2010
Private
https://mixlr.com
https://x.com/mixlr
https://www.linkedin.com/company/mixlr/
