User:MahiMdx/Streamlabs Obs

= Brief History = Streamlabs OBS is an all in one streaming software that makes streaming easy and better for new streamers. The software is considered the top streaming platform for twitch, YouTube and also Facebook. Streamlabs was founded in 2014 and was bought out by Logitech for $89 million.

= Difference and Similarity between Streamlabs and OBS = Streamlabs is similar to OBS but is an advancement of OBS with the difference of interface and how easy it is to setup from downloading the installer to running the installer to streaming straightaway with miner optimising. . The main difference between both software's which have a similar function is performance as OBS is open source meaning the code is open to the general public allowing the developers the freedom to improve upon the software whenever they can. OBS is a high performance software which provides the ultimate user experience but has less appealing features and functionality compared to Streamlabs which has a donation feature, alerts, built in text to speech, widgets and layouts. Streamlabs also gives a ultimate experience but is enhanced for the user. It provides a variety of themes and advance features to create a unique streaming setup for the streamers. Both streaming software can be accessed on Windows and Mac for free.

Streamlabs uses more CPU usage compared to Obs due to all the fancy feature, Customisable features and widgets. OBS is the first to receive updates, features and patches also NVidia released a new update to include a GPU encoder to improve performance. OBS doesn't run on Window XP devices and also cannot use audio files as a source meaning you cannot play your playlist located on the pc on stream. OBS is not as advanced as streamlabs interface however it is still user friendly and straightforward to use it also comes with a downside of having low variability plugins meaning it the software doesn't include features like chat and customisable themes, however there are ways to add those features in. Streamlabs has integrated chatbot which does not include sound commands meaning you will have to run the chatbot feature separately from streamlabs to include sounds commands.

= Streamlabs Features =


 * Cloud Saving: Cloud backup allows the syncing of all your local files and entire setup like scenes, sources and other custom settings.
 * Widgets: Tiny boxes that comer in all shapes and sizes located on the stream interface to enrich the viewing experience and make your brand more unique.
 * Chatbot: Makes interacting with your viewers easier with the use of commands.
 * Multistream: Helps the streamer reach multiple audiences by streaming to YouTube, Twitch and Facebook.
 * Tip page: The easiest way the streamer can earn an income from streaming works with various payment options like PayPal.
 * App Store: A store that can improve the production of the stream with tools to help better the stream.
 * Custom alerts: Important element which alerts the streamer about events on stream, helps the streamer stand out which encourage viewers to interact more with unique looking on-screen alerts.
 * Merch store: A way the streamer can connect with their vans as well as advertising their own brand generating income.