At a Glance
Ideal for
Developers building video-centric applications
Consider that
Developer-focused (not turnkey)
Typical cost: $50/mo
Best For
Developers building video-centric applications
Product Screenshots
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About Mux
Mux provides video streaming APIs for developers. Upload, encode, and stream video with just a few API calls. Built by YouTube and Twitch alumni.
Key Features
Video encoding API
Adaptive streaming
Player SDK
Live streaming
Video analytics
Thumbnail generation
Things to Consider
Developer-focused (not turnkey)
Usage-based pricing
Requires integration work
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Founder Reviews
3.8/5Editorial Review
Good dev-tools option with pay-as-you-go pricing. Solid choice for startups.
Reviewed December 2025 by our editorial team
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