RipComparison · checked 11 October 2026
RipClip vs StreamYard
In short: StreamYard is a browser live-streaming studio with guests, overlays and multistreaming; its AI clips turn recordings made in StreamYard (up to 6 hours) into captioned vertical clips. RipClip clips Kick and Twitch VODs from their links, whatever you streamed with, and adds a full editor, a posting calendar and view tracking. Choose StreamYard to stream with guests; choose RipClip to clip the VODs you have.
Side by side
| RipClip | StreamYard | |
|---|---|---|
| Price a month | Free $0 · Creator $29.99 · Pro $59.99 · Studio $129.99 a month | Free · Core $44.99 ($35.99 yearly) · Advanced $88.99 ($68.99 yearly) |
| Sources | Kick and Twitch VOD and clip links, on every plan | Recordings made in StreamYard, up to 6 hours |
| Finding clips | Reads the whole video and cuts moments that stand on their own | AI clips from a recording; saying "clip that" on air marks a moment |
| Editor | 8-track timeline, keyframes, speed ramps, 44 effects, 21 transitions, colour grading | Pick clips, refine with prompts, quick edits |
| Posting | TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and X from one calendar, switching on as each platform approves RipClip | Direct publishing mentioned; platforms not stated |
Where StreamYard is stronger
- A live studio with guests, overlays and multistreaming.
- Marking moments live by saying "clip that".
Where RipClip is stronger
- Clip Kick and Twitch VODs whatever you streamed with.
- A full timeline editor.
- A posting calendar for six networks and view tracking.
Who each is for
RipClip fits Kick and Twitch streamers who want clips from their VODs. StreamYard fits creators who stream and record interviews with guests.