Microsoft Stream vs. Vidyard

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Microsoft Stream
Score 7.3 out of 10
N/A
Microsoft Stream is an enterprise video option available to users of Microsoft 365 as part of the Office 365 E1 edition tier. Users can create explainer videos and send videos to Teams channels, SharePoint sites, Microsoft Viva Engage posts, Microsoft Viva Connections, and Microsoft365.com to inform and align with colleagues in the flow of work.N/A
Vidyard
Score 9.1 out of 10
N/A
Vidyard is an enterprise video platform built to turn viewers into customers with in-depth insights and robust integrations with different customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation platforms.
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Pricing
Microsoft StreamVidyard
Editions & Modules
No answers on this topic
Free
$0
per month per user
Starter
$59
per month per user
Enterprise
Custom Pricing
per year
Teams
Contact Sales
per month per user
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Microsoft StreamVidyard
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Microsoft StreamVidyard
Features
Microsoft StreamVidyard
Video Security
Comparison of Video Security features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Stream
5.2
1 Ratings
49% below category average
Vidyard
8.6
47 Ratings
0% below category average
Video access controls6.01 Ratings8.737 Ratings
User management3.01 Ratings6.841 Ratings
Video link sharing3.01 Ratings10.047 Ratings
Internal video7.01 Ratings8.739 Ratings
External video7.01 Ratings8.742 Ratings
Video Player
Comparison of Video Player features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Stream
3.7
1 Ratings
76% below category average
Vidyard
6.3
47 Ratings
26% below category average
Player customization3.01 Ratings5.739 Ratings
Embedded videos4.01 Ratings6.142 Ratings
Video quality / Bandwidth controls4.01 Ratings5.544 Ratings
Mobile compatibility00 Ratings8.137 Ratings
Video Marketing
Comparison of Video Marketing features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Stream
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Ratings
Vidyard
6.3
49 Ratings
18% below category average
Lead generation00 Ratings8.038 Ratings
Video personalization00 Ratings9.245 Ratings
eCommerce00 Ratings2.82 Ratings
Support for advertisements00 Ratings5.51 Ratings
Video SEO00 Ratings6.431 Ratings
Integration to Marketing Automation00 Ratings6.137 Ratings
Video Platform Integrations
Comparison of Video Platform Integrations features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Stream
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Ratings
Vidyard
5.4
36 Ratings
14% below category average
Integration to Salesforce.com00 Ratings3.421 Ratings
Integration to Marketo00 Ratings5.011 Ratings
Integration to HubSpot00 Ratings5.821 Ratings
Integration to Eloqua00 Ratings7.31 Ratings
Video Analytics
Comparison of Video Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Stream
-
Ratings
Vidyard
8.2
48 Ratings
4% above category average
A/B testing00 Ratings6.32 Ratings
Streaming quality reports00 Ratings9.031 Ratings
Per viewer tracking00 Ratings9.442 Ratings
Per video tracking00 Ratings9.445 Ratings
Video analytics dashboard00 Ratings6.845 Ratings
Video Hosting, Management & Storage
Comparison of Video Hosting, Management & Storage features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Stream
-
Ratings
Vidyard
6.6
37 Ratings
27% below category average
On-Demand video00 Ratings6.828 Ratings
Live streaming00 Ratings6.19 Ratings
Impact of streaming on network00 Ratings7.31 Ratings
Video upload & format support00 Ratings6.834 Ratings
Video library / File management00 Ratings5.63 Ratings
Video portal00 Ratings6.829 Ratings
Video Engagement
Comparison of Video Engagement features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Stream
-
Ratings
Vidyard
6.8
21 Ratings
16% below category average
Video comments00 Ratings6.821 Ratings
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User Ratings
Microsoft StreamVidyard
Likelihood to Recommend
7.0
(1 ratings)
9.6
(179 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(15 ratings)
Usability
7.0
(1 ratings)
9.0
(58 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(12 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
7.0
(105 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(5 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
7.0
(1 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(113 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
Microsoft StreamVidyard
Likelihood to Recommend
Microsoft
Stream is good for recording and capturing discussion from meetings. I would say that it isnt appropriate where there is lots of detail and lots of varying topics discussed as the summarising tool can in these instances be too broad. It is really good where meetings have been left or missed; as the notes and transcript allow for easy catchup
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Vidyard
Vidyard has been critical for our team in many ways. One way that we didn't realize how much we'd be using it is for training new teammates while we're all working remotely. I frequently use the chrome extension to record a video of how to do something to send to our whole team or certain teammates. There are other products that do that, but this seems to be the most efficient, easiest, and quickest. Vidyard is incredibly useful for both inbound, and outbound sales and marketing strategies. It helps us increase our open and click rate for emails and overall engagement for our customer journey.
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Pros
Microsoft
  • Records Meetings
  • Transcribes voice to text
  • Summarise discussed audio into concise notes
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Vidyard
  • The customer service is awesome. I always get ahold of our rep within an hour of contacting!
  • Vidyard in itself is a genius idea and when running correctly, a great tool to have in a rep's arsenal!
  • The people are great. -They spent countless hours working with our team!
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Cons
Microsoft
  • Notes summarised could be more accurate
  • Transcript could be more accurate with regional accents
  • Sharing recordings could be slicker from Stream
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Vidyard
  • It would be great if the use of the camera on an internet screen were more user friendly.
  • The editing of a video's beginning or ending (cutting video for a cleaner look or time) could be a little more refined and less choppy.
  • Could be more colorful.
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Likelihood to Renew
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
Vidyard has truly become an essential part of our organization. It's useful for our day to day communication internally amongst departments and externally with our customers. This platform has allowed us to create knowledge base articles, training portals, webinars and communicate effectively with our customers. We receive raving feedback from customers on how helpful the videos are that they receive. We also like the ability to view metrics, insights, etc. of the videos. Always allows us to pivot accordingly based on the feedback we receive
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Usability
Microsoft
Its integration into the Teams stack allows for ease of use without having to leave the application to access it elsewhere. Its interface is intuitive and easy to use. Sharing could be better. Transcripts and notes are very good
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Vidyard
Vidyard is super easy for new people to pick up - I've never had to spend time explaining the UI or menu, which is a testament so how easy it is. The plugin also makes it quite user-friendly. There's no need to go anywhere else - it's all on the browser.
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Reliability and Availability
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
Absolutely, the unpredictable nature of technology always keeps us on our toes. However, I'm pleased to share that my experience with Vidyard has been remarkably consistent and reassuring. To date, I haven't encountered any instances of service outages. This unparalleled reliability and dependability have instilled a high level of confidence in the platform, making it a stalwart companion in our digital endeavors. While the tech landscape can be uncertain, Vidyard's track record of steadfast performance has truly set it apart.
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Performance
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
It performs very well. I have never had any bugs while recording, and none of the videos have been impaired or corrupted. I don't believe it integrates with any other software but you could contact the company to learn more. I am not sure if it is only available on Chrome.
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Support Rating
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
Customer support at Vidyard has always been good. When I first looked into the product, the salesperson took a consultative approach that allowed me to see how Vidyard would benefit our specific use case. Since coming on board, the customer service team has been quick to respond if I have any questions.
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In-Person Training
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
The training experience proved to be tremendously valuable. Our dedicated representative exhibited an exceptional level of helpfulness and patience as she skillfully addressed all of our inquiries. Notably, she went beyond merely answering questions, providing us with a wealth of resources and sharing best practices that are pivotal for our success in utilizing the software.Her guidance transcended the boundaries of a conventional training session, empowering us with insights that extend far beyond the immediate
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Online Training
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
The online training experience proved to be incredibly valuable. Our dedicated representative demonstrated exceptional patience and unwavering support in addressing our queries and requests, which greatly contributed to our learning process. Their guidance was pivotal in helping us navigate the intricacies of the training, ensuring that we absorbed the material effectively.
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Implementation Rating
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
It's pretty straightforward. The bulk of the work goes on outside of Vidyard - it's the time required to add different videos to your website - that was probably the only difficult part and had nothing to do with Vidyard.
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Alternatives Considered
Microsoft
Consensus is better for lead generation and sharing marketing content; however, Stream is most appropriate for capturing meeting recordings when using teams. its integration flawlessly allows for such a slick process that using an external solution wouldn't
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Vidyard
I've never evaluated another product like Vidyard. I just used screen recordings with RingCentral before, and I remember the file size being very large and having to add the video as an attachment. So this was a major improvement to be able to shoot videos and easily share with my clients.
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Scalability
Microsoft
No answers on this topic
Vidyard
The product exhibits an exceptional degree of scalability, accommodating diverse usage scenarios across various departments within our organization. This remarkable flexibility has enabled us to harness the software's potential in ways tailored to the unique needs of each team.In particular, the impact on our communication efforts with both potential and existing customers has been truly transformative.
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Return on Investment
Microsoft
  • Helps to solve disputes with clients on what was said in meetings
  • Allows quick review of meetings without spending 2hrs re watching
  • Sharing of notes helps collaboration internally
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Vidyard
  • We save hundreds of dollars a month because we don't have to send out nearly as many physical samples for customers to review. We can send them a video that shows off the product and they love it!
  • We have improved conversion rates as a result of using Vidyard to communicate with new leads.
  • Our sales reps are clearly more engaged in the sales process. Each week we discuss how Vidyard helped them win a deal.
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ScreenShots

Vidyard Screenshots

Screenshot of where users can record and send sales videos from a browser, desktop, or phone to connect, convert, and close—all while remote.Screenshot of how screen recording can be used to deliver effective product demos, presentations, and proposal walkthroughs that build buyer consensus across the full sales cycle.Screenshot of some insights into viewer behavior, displayed within Vidyard's video analytics. Here, viewers can track video views, engagement, and drop-off rates to understand how an audience interacts with content and optimize video strategy for maximum impactScreenshot of how CRM integrations push video view data to lead and contact records. Viewing data can be used to surface high-intent leads, and measure videos’ impact on pipeline and revenue.Screenshot of Vidyard's customizable calls-to-action (CTAs), used to drive conversions and capture leads. Clickable buttons and forms can be added directly to videos to encourage viewers to take the next step, whether it's downloading a resource or signing up for a demo.Screenshot of some of Vidyard's integrations.