Compare SproutVideo and Wistia 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Mid-Market (47.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$10.00 Per Month
$0.00 Per Month
SproutVideo
Star Rating
(187)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$10.00 Per Month
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Star Rating
(676)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (47.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Wistia excels in its branding capabilities, scoring 9.2, which allows for a highly customizable video player that aligns with company branding. In contrast, SproutVideo also offers strong branding features but does not specify a score, leading to a perception that Wistia may provide a more robust solution in this area.
- Reviewers mention that Wistia's live streaming feature scores 7.4, which some users find lacking compared to SproutVideo's score of 8.3. This suggests that SproutVideo may offer a more reliable and user-friendly live streaming experience.
- G2 users highlight Wistia's video management capabilities, scoring 9.2, which is on par with SproutVideo. However, users on G2 note that Wistia's interface is more intuitive, making it easier to organize and manage video content effectively.
- Users say that Wistia's analytics features score 8.7, while SproutVideo shines with a score of 9.0. Reviewers mention that SproutVideo provides more detailed insights into viewer engagement, which can be crucial for businesses looking to optimize their video content.
- Reviewers mention that Wistia's custom video player feature scores 9.0, which is highly praised for its flexibility and ease of use. In comparison, SproutVideo's custom player features are also well-regarded, but some users feel that Wistia offers a more seamless integration with their existing platforms.
- Users report that both platforms offer strong security and compliance features, with Wistia scoring 9.0 for encryption and SproutVideo scoring 8.9. However, users on G2 indicate that Wistia's overall approach to security feels more comprehensive, providing peace of mind for businesses handling sensitive data.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
SproutVideo
Seed
$10.00
Per Month
- Core Platform Features
- Analytics & Engagement Data
- Email / Live Chat Support
Wistia
Free
$0.00
Per Month
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- 10 videos max
- 1 user (that's you!)
- Customizable player
Free Trial
SproutVideo
Free Trial is available
Wistia
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
105
9.1
543
Ease of Use
9.5
105
9.4
547
Ease of Setup
9.5
72
9.3
305
Ease of Admin
9.5
73
9.3
276
Quality of Support
9.4
85
9.2
431
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.5
72
9.3
258
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
77
8.7
518
Features by Category
Host Tools
Not enough data
9.3
36
Not enough data
9.2
36
Not enough data
9.4
32
Attendee Tools
Not enough data
9.1
30
Not enough data
8.6
27
Not enough data
8.1
24
Post-Event Tools
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
8.7
28
Integrations
Not enough data
8.7
30
Not enough data
9.1
29
Software Options
Not enough data
8.5
18
Not enough data
7.9
17
Not enough data
8.2
17
Not enough data
9.3
17
Audience Tools
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
9.0
16
Streamer Tools
Not enough data
9.0
16
Not enough data
8.9
17
Not enough data
8.2
17
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.7
35
Not enough data
8.7
34
Not enough data
7.1
29
Platform Content
Not enough data
7.8
31
Not enough data
7.1
32
Not enough data
8.5
36
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
8.1
32
Hosting
9.3
58
9.5
284
8.6
38
8.6
227
8.3
20
7.3
132
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Verified
Management
9.2
57
9.2
283
9.4
51
9.3
264
9.5
50
9.3
248
8.6
28
8.7
241
Marketing
8.1
15
Feature Not Available
8.7
33
8.7
223
Not enough data
7.5
21
Not enough data
8.6
22
Insights
9.0
50
8.7
270
8.3
31
8.5
226
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
9.1
22
Not enough data
7.8
20
Not enough data
8.8
23
Not enough data
8.9
20
Not enough data
8.3
20
Not enough data
7.5
20
Security
Not enough data
9.1
22
Not enough data
8.9
22
Customization
Not enough data
9.1
95
Not enough data
9.3
98
Not enough data
8.6
88
Not enough data
8.4
86
Organization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
85
Not enough data
7.7
76
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
8.6
91
API Features
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
34
Not enough data
8.8
35
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Security and Compliance
Not enough data
8.8
25
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.1
22
Editing
Not enough data
8.2
36
Not enough data
8.8
44
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
50
Not enough data
8.8
50
Platform
Not enough data
9.0
42
Not enough data
9.1
45
Not enough data
8.9
40
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
SproutVideo and Wistia are categorized as Video Hosting
Unique Categories
SproutVideo has no unique categories
Wistia is categorized as Video Platform as a Service (VPaaS), Live Stream, Video CMS, Webinar, Video Editing, and Screen and Video Capture
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
SproutVideo
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Wistia
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
8.1%
Professional Training & Coaching
5.4%
Marketing and Advertising
5.4%
E-Learning
5.4%
Information Technology and Services
4.8%
Other
71.0%
Computer Software
26.3%
Marketing and Advertising
10.5%
Information Technology and Services
9.4%
E-Learning
3.1%
Higher Education
2.8%
Other
47.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
SproutVideo
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Human Resources
Ease of use. Very plug and play. Adding subtitles is incredibly easy.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Jourdan P.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
I dislike the price I think there are cheaper options on the market to be honest.
Wistia
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Matt C.
Verified User in Computer Software
Very easy to use and simple to embed video into your website. The guys at Wistia are constantly enhancing the service with new features. I'm a big fan of the integration with my marketing automation solution, which allows me to see when an identified...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
1) We had an error where videos were not uploading from Soapbox to Wistia. We went back and forth with their support team and they told me they were not going to fix it. They told me they don't know how to fix it and they told me I was out of luck. 2) I'll...
Verified User in Human Resources
Ease of use. Very plug and play. Adding subtitles is incredibly easy.
Matt C.
Verified User in Computer Software
Very easy to use and simple to embed video into your website. The guys at Wistia are constantly enhancing the service with new features. I'm a big fan of the integration with my marketing automation solution, which allows me to see when an identified...
Jourdan P.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
I dislike the price I think there are cheaper options on the market to be honest.
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
1) We had an error where videos were not uploading from Soapbox to Wistia. We went back and forth with their support team and they told me they were not going to fix it. They told me they don't know how to fix it and they told me I was out of luck. 2) I'll...
Discussions
What is the best way to use the follow up prompts available for the end of videos?
1 comment
Official Response from SproutVideo
Hello Tori,
Thanks for starting this discussion!
The Post Play Call To Action is a great way to drive traffic to an external webpage, capture leads, or...Read more
SproutVideo has no more discussions with answers
How do I embed a video, so it is the same size as a YouTube embed?
1 comment
JM
In Wistia, click 'Embed and Share' > Select Inline Embedded > then look at Options and there you can select and enter the size you want your video to...Read more
What is wistia used for?
1 comment
MM
The phrase "Video hosting" is already in English and refers to a service or platform that allows users to upload, store, and share video content online.Read more
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