Uscreen lets you do more than just basic broadcasting
Uscreen is the Dacast alternative that will help you take your video monetization from amateur to professional.
Uscreen vs Dacast: what’s the difference?
Dacast is a great video streaming service option for those looking to just broadcast videos to their existing websites and social media.
Uscreen, on the other hand, is a full-fledged VOD and OTT platform provider for anyone looking to launch and run a video streaming business with a website and apps.
Which option is best for you?
The answer depends on what you need…
Dacast is best for you if you…
- just need somewhere to host a few videos for broadcasting on your own platforms
- only need video APIs to embed somewhere else
- will only want to offer pay-per-view or subscription access
- do not need a video library with custom filters & cataloging
- do not need access to audience data
- do not need video marketing tools
Uscreen is best for you if you…
- want to launch a video streaming website
- want to launch OTT mobile apps for iOS and Android
- want to launch OTT TV apps for Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV
- want to offer subscription, pay-per-view or rental access to your video streaming service
- want to create a video library with custom filters and cataloging
Uscreen was created specifically for VOD businesses
Create a beautiful video streaming website
Behind every successful VOD business is a powerful video streaming website. One that houses your content library, processes user payments and harnesses a devoted community. Unlike Dacast, Uscreen allows you to create and launch a stunning and dynamic video streaming website for a solid online presence and fantastic user experience – all with just a few clicks.
Launch 5-star rated OTT apps
Uscreen OTT branded apps are engineered to match the advanced viewing needs of today’s video streaming market. Fast loading times, sleek design, and superior user experience are just some of the reasons why Uscreen apps are snatching 5-star reviews across platforms and devices. With Uscreen, you can launch iOS, Android, Roku, Android TV, tvOS and Fire TV in a matter of weeks.
Monetize your content whichever way you want
Uscreen allows you to set up a range of monetization models; including recurring subscriptions, rentals, fixed-prices, pay-per-view and content bundles. You also get to set your content at any price you want. You can actually create a combination of different pricing models for the different video content you offer.
Own your audience data and billing info
This is a right, not a privilege. At Uscreen, we’ve made it a point to give you full access and ownership of the valuable audience you work so hard to convert, nurture, and engage. Unlike Dacast, you can instantly export all your audience data from the Uscreen admin area as a CSV file.
Smoothly and securely live stream to any device
Give your audience a pristine viewing experience with Uscreen’s full HD live streaming platform. The Uscreen live streaming feature, powered by a robust CDN, enables seamless streaming to any country. Our multi-bitrate adaptive streaming ensures the best experience and consistent quality, regardless of the bandwidth or location.
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A feature-by-feature comparison
Here’s a detailed side-by-side comparison of Uscreen vs Dacast
 | Dacast | |
|---|---|---|
| Video on demand website |  |  |
| OTT apps for mobile iOS & Android |  | |
| OTT TV apps for Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Android TV | | |
| Video APIs | | |
| No hidden fees | | |
| Video hosting & streaming | | |
| Content delivery network (CDN) | | |
| Built-in marketing tools | Reduce churn tools Smart retries Affiliate program management Marketing integrations Abandoned cart emails Community management | |
| Content paywall | | |
| Multiple video monetization options | Subscription payments (SVOD) Pay-per-view (TVOD) Rentals Free trials Freemium | Subscription payments (SVOD) Pay-per-view only (TVOD) |
| Coupons and promo codes | | |
| White-labeled design | | |
| Themes and customization for web and OTT apps | 12+ fully customizable themes and HTML/CSS editing | |
| Live streaming | | |
| Content management system (CMS) | | |
| Create content collections and bundles | | |
| Add episodes | | |
| Flexible categorizing and custom filtering | |  |
| GIF overlay in catalog | | |
| Customizable checkout page | | |
| Customizable video player | | |
| Password-protected video player | | |
| Picture-in-picture mode in video player | | |
| Multi-currency | | |
| Multi-language | | |
| Built-in payments | In-app payment processing Accept Credit Cards Accept PayPal Royalty tracker Smart payments retries | Accept credit cards Accept PayPal |
| Advanced analytics | Video Analytics Sales & Revenue Analytics Subscription Analytics Google Analytics integration | Native analytics only Google Analytics integration |
| Advanced SEO | | |
| Third-party integration | Connect to 1000+ apps via Zapier | |
| Audience ownership | | |
Show your content intelligently
Uscreen themes include slick and functional catalog pages for a superior browsing experience, including unique features like:
- Custom filters
- Video backgrounds
- GIF overlay
- Horizontal scrolling
- Powerful search
- Resume watching
Uscreen customization = design freedom
12+ Stunning themes
A library of beautiful themes, each engineered to enhance your users’ experience.
Theme editor (no coding)
Intuitive point-and-click theme editor for quick and easy site customization.
Custom CSS/HTML
Need more? Add custom CSS or edit with the HTML Code Editor.
Custom filters & categories
Add custom filters for easy sorting and filtering.
Reach viewers in any language
Set your own language. Reach viewers anywhere in the world.
Set your own domain
Add your custom URL for a stronger branded presence.
100% White-labeled OTT apps and website
When it comes to designing your video streaming website and apps, our brand takes a back-seat so yours can shine. Using any of our themes, create a consistent, branded look and feel your subscribers will love–not a single word of code required. You site and apps are 100% white-labeled, meaning the only logo you’ll see on your site and apps is yours.
Built-in sales and check-out pages
Powerful built-in video marketing tools
Abandoned Cart Sequences
Recover your lost sales with our remarkably effective Abandon Cart tool. Improve your conversion rate by up to 3x the original rate.
Reduce Churn Tool
Lower your churn rate by up to 35%. Increase customer loyalty and build a stronger bond with your audience.
Smart Retries
Reduce the chance of declined charges or losing subscribers due to payment issues. Uscreen Smart Retries make it easy.
Try Again for Free
They still cancelled? Win them back with Uscreen’s Try Again for Free feature and engage with your audience to forge a strong bond.
We take your success very seriously
Talk to our Success and On-boarding team
We have an entire team dedicated to setting you up for success. When you first sign up with Uscreen, an on-boarding specialist will get in touch to guide you through the process, focusing on your top priorities, and the tools and resources needed to help you accomplish them.
We’re often asked…
Is Uscreen here to stay?
It sure is! Uscreen was founded in 2015 in Washington, D.C., and is now a 20-person-strong company of incredibly talented and caring individuals, joining forces from around the world to help you become and stay successful in the video-monetization space. So yes, Uscreen is definitely here to stay. Learn more about Uscreen and the team
Can I fully customize my site and apps?
Uscreen fully develops and publishes the apps for you in your own app developer account within 3 to 4 weeks from the day you place your order. That’s the fastest launch time on the market! We’ll also take care of all required updates and maintenance afterward at no extra cost to you. We’ll even send you a preview of the app before we publish it.
Do I own all of my content and data?
Yes! In addition to owning your audience, you also own 100% of your assets, content, and data. Uscreen is simply a means to your end of monetizing your video content.
What’s your guarantee policy?
Uscreen is free to try for 14 days – no strings attached. You can cancel any time you like.
