Industry Leading Since 2010

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Radio or TV
In Minutes

Anyone can create an internet radio or internet TV station easily with our powerful yet simple software. Get instant access to an easy-to-configure control panel, built-in AutoDJ automation, and intuitive media management. Start broadcasting your content to the world with no technical expertise required.

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Professional Streaming Solutions

Three specialized streaming services designed to replace expensive legacy platforms. Shoutcast Net delivers professional audio streaming (Shoutcast alternative), broadcast-quality video streaming (Wowza alternative), and simultaneous multi-platform restreaming (Restream alternative)—all at a fraction of the cost.

Audio Streaming Server

Best Shoutcast Alternative

Superior to traditional Shoutcast for internet radio and DJ broadcasts. Launch your station in minutes with enterprise-grade reliability, built-in AutoDJ automation, and unlimited scalability—no technical expertise required.

  • Unlimited listeners
  • 128-320 kbps bitrate
  • AutoDJ automation
  • SSL/HTTPS secure
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Video Streaming Server

Best Wowza Alternative

10x More Affordable Than Wowza with the same enterprise-grade performance. Perfect for live events, webinars, TV channels, and corporate broadcasts. Ultra-low latency streaming that scales from 100 to 10,000+ concurrent viewers without the complexity or licensing costs.

  • 100-1000+ viewers
  • 1080p/4K quality
  • AutoDJ automation
  • Adaptive bitrate
  • WebRTC & RTMP
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Multi-Platform Restream Server

Best Restream Alternative

Broadcast simultaneously to YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and 9+ platforms from a single video source. More affordable and powerful than Restream.io with flat-fee pricing, unlimited bandwidth, and full API control. No per-hour charges—stream 24/7 without worry.

  • 3-15 simultaneous destinations
  • YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, Instagram
  • LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter/X Live
  • Unlimited 24/7 streaming
  • Flat monthly pricing
  • Full API automation
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Why Choose Us

Why Shoutcast Net Beats the Competition

Better than Shoutcast for audio streaming with managed infrastructure and built-in AutoDJ. More affordable than Wowza for professional video streaming with the same enterprise reliability. More powerful than Restream for multi-platform broadcasting with unlimited streaming hours and flat-fee pricing.

Our platform delivers professional-grade streaming infrastructure perfect for DJs, radio stations, TV broadcasters, live events, corporate webinars, and content creators worldwide. Built on enterprise cloud infrastructure (Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, AWS) with sub-second latency and 99.9% uptime guarantee—all at prices that traditional platforms can't match.

Global map showing unlimited worldwide audience reach with Shoutcast Net streaming

Unlimited Global Audience

Shoutcast Net automatically scales to accommodate global audiences of any size, anywhere in the world, using multi-connection infrastructure.

High-speed cloud network infrastructure for low-latency streaming

Sub-Second Latency

Experience sub-one-second live streaming that scales up to a million users, enabling seamless connection on any device at any time.

24/7 online technical support team available for assistance

24/7 Expert Support

Our support staff is available 24/7, ready to help solve any problems and respond to any customer needs. Emergency remote assistance available.

Latest performance server hardware from top cloud providers

Performance Hardware

Powered by premium servers and network connections from Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and AWS with guaranteed 99.9% uptime.

Multi-homed global network architecture for redundant connectivity

Multi-Homed Network

Advanced network architecture utilizing the best routing and switching equipment to provide redundant and highly available connectivity.

Easy-to-use custom control panel for managing streaming servers

Intuitive Control Panel

User-friendly control panel giving you advanced control over your server, AutoDJ, and media, resulting in effortless management.

Comparison

What is Shoutcast? Why Shoutcast Net is Better

Shoutcast is legacy internet radio server software created in 1998 for streaming audio over the internet. While Shoutcast pioneered internet radio, the technology hasn't evolved significantly since 2003. Shoutcast Net is a modern alternative that delivers the same streaming capabilities with superior features, managed infrastructure, and pricing that's 60-80% lower.

Feature Shoutcast (Legacy) Shoutcast Net
Pricing $299-599 one-time
Plus hosting costs
$4/month average
All-inclusive hosting
AutoDJ Automation $99-299 paid add-on
SAM Broadcaster, etc.
Included FREE
Built-in 24/7 automation
Server Management Self-managed
Technical expertise required
Fully managed
Zero server maintenance
HTTPS/SSL Security Manual setup
Complex certificate configuration
Automatic
SSL included free
Mobile Support Limited
Requires third-party apps
Full native support
iOS, Android, web players
Setup Time Hours to days
Complex configuration
5-15 minutes
One-click deployment
User Interface 2003 design
Outdated, difficult to use
Modern 2025 UI
Intuitive, mobile-responsive
Technical Support Forum only
No live support
24/7 live chat
Expert assistance always available
Real-Time Analytics Basic stats
Limited reporting
Advanced analytics
Detailed listener insights
Uptime Guarantee None
Self-managed reliability
99.9% guaranteed
SLA with redundancy
Total Cost Analysis (12 months) $1,200-2,500
License + Hosting + AutoDJ + SSL
$40
Everything included
Save $850-2,150/year

Is Shoutcast Net Better Than Shoutcast?

Yes. Shoutcast Net delivers the same audio streaming capabilities as Shoutcast but with managed infrastructure, built-in AutoDJ, automatic SSL/HTTPS, modern mobile support, and 24/7 expert support—all at 60-80% lower total cost. You avoid server configuration, software installation, and ongoing maintenance while getting superior features.

Shoutcast requires you to purchase a license ($299-599), rent a VPS server ($20-100/month), configure Linux/Windows, install the software, purchase AutoDJ separately ($99-299), manually set up SSL certificates, and maintain everything yourself. Shoutcast Net is fully managed—sign up, get your stream URL, and start broadcasting in minutes.

14-day free trial • No credit card required • Cancel anytime • 99.9% uptime guarantee

Technology

Cutting-Edge Streaming Technology

What makes Shoutcast Net the leading streaming hosting provider is our infrastructure powered by Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud and Amazon Web Services. We deliver the industry's most advanced servers for audio streaming, video streaming, and restream services, coupled with intuitive control panels and embeddable web players.

Low Latency Stream Server

Shoutcast Net is a software for audio and video live streaming over the internet. The software allows digital content to be broadcast to any web browser, enabling the creation of internet radio stations. The software is used by individuals, radio stations, and webcasters.

Designed to be accessible, making it possible for DJs, musicians and others to publish their creations. The output format is supported by multiple clients, including all web browsers, Android and iPhone devices.

AutoDJ Stream Automation

Allows you to keep media files online without the necessity to run them from your personal computer. Media files are uploaded to AutoDJ and played from the server. You can decide how audio or video files will be played—in sequential order or randomly.

No intervention is required to stop or start AutoDJ when a live DJ connects—this is done automatically. Listeners will still use the same media URL when a live DJ connects, ensuring a seamless experience.

Media Storage Service

The Media Storage Service permits the use of various on-demand file formats, such as MP3, MP4, FLV, WEBM, and MKV. We provide streaming solutions to a wide range of customers in the fields of art, education, corporate, venue, sport and gaming.

Dynamic streaming technology automatically selects and streams the highest quality to an end point based on connection speed. We have the experience and knowledge to make a real improvement in your communication.

Media Encoding Service

The first stage of encoding is audio or video capture. Encoding can be achieved with hardware or software. There are features and price points in all granularities for the requirements of your workflow.

When encoding is performed by dedicated hardware, the hardware is designed to carry out the encoding rules automatically. Good hardware design allows for higher quality audio or video at low latencies using our encoders to ensure the high quality of media files.

Included Features

All Plans Include Premium Features

Benefit from the latest and most modern streaming technologies implemented in the cloud environment with very high computing power and connectivity.

High-performance server hardware included in all Shoutcast Net plans

Latest Performance Hardware

We use the best servers and connections available. Thus, we are able to provide optimal streaming with a guaranteed 99.9% uptime.

24/7 free technical support for all Shoutcast Net customers

24/7 Online Support Available

Our support staff is available 24/7, ready to help solve any problems and respond to any customer enquiries.

Reliable server-side software with intuitive control panel

Reliable Server Side Software

We build the most easy to use control panel, giving advanced control over your server, AutoDJ and data configuration and management.

99.9% uptime guarantee for all streaming services

99.9% Stream Up Time Guarantee

Using the best servers and connections available, we are able to provide optimal streaming and 99.9% uptime guaranteed.

Free streaming software and applications for broadcasting

Free Streaming Application

We provide free software and setup support making it possible to start broadcasting in minutes, with no need to purchase any software.

Custom HTTPS secure streaming links and branded media players

Customized Secure Link And Name

We offer a free HTTPS link, custom stream name, custom player and assistance to facilitate integration into any website or mobile application.

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✓ Best Shoutcast Alternative for audio streaming with AutoDJ
✓ Best Wowza Alternative for video streaming at 10x lower cost
✓ Best Restream Alternative for multi-platform broadcasting