Is Vimeo or YouTube free?

Both can be used for free. Vimeo: Free plan, paid from $12 a month. YouTube: Free plan, paid from $14 a month.

Do I need to install Vimeo or YouTube?

No. Both run in a web browser, so you can open either one and start.

Price, ratings and what each one does, side by side. Every fact here comes from their listings on Linkstore.

Host and share video without ads in the way.

Watch, upload and share videos on any topic.

Vimeo: free plan, paid from $12 a month. YouTube: free plan, paid from $14 a month.

Vimeo

YouTube

Upload high quality video, control who can watch it and embed it anywhere. Popular with filmmakers and teams.

The biggest video library on the web, from tutorials and music to long talks and live streams.

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