Is a webinar the same as a live stream?

Not necessarily. Webinars can be live or pre-recorded, while live streaming events are always in real-time. The term “webinar” is mostly used for the broadcast of business-related content that requires registration and uses specific engagement tools. A live stream is a broad term for anything that is broadcast live on the web, which includes live webinars but is most often used in the context of announcements and entertainment content.

How many people can attend a webinar?

Most webinar software platforms offer different plans, each tied to a different maximum number of participants. A common range that companies tend to use is 50-1,000 attendees for live webinars, but this can be increased as desired for an additional charge. On-demand (pre-recorded and automated) webinars, on the other hand, are usually not subject to maximum capacity.

What is the best webinar software?

In particular, it depends on what you need, because not every software is the best for everyone. There are many factors to consider, including price, features needed, the scope of use in terms of attendee numbers, event duration, and much more. Feel free to check out our extensive research on the best webinar software. You will find a detailed ranking that follows several criteria with different weights. To find your perfect match, you can also use our Finder Tool which recommends the best solution for your individual needs.

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The Complete Webinar Guide: Everything You Need to Know for Success

Gavin M.

Updated: Sep 23, 2023

Gavin M.

Filmmaker turned into marketer and tech geek. Sounds sad, but I absolutely love it. I manage webinars and virtual events to help companies reach new heights and stun their audience.