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Kaltura vs Muvi

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Video for media and education.

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The verdict

Both Kaltura and Muvi are credible media publishing tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Kaltura — Video for media and education.

Choose Muvi if you'd rather have a lower starting price (from $39/mo), a longer free trial (14 days) and a higher overall rating (4.4/5). Launch your own OTT platform.

Kaltura vs Muvi: side by side

DimensionKalturaMuvi
Starting priceCustomFrom $39/moWinner
Free planNoNo
Free trial14 daysWinner
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forEducation, MediaContent Owners, Ott Startups
PlatformsWeb, ApiWeb, Ios, Android
Rating4.1/54.4/5Winner

Kaltura key facts

Vendor
Kaltura
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Education, Media
Editor rating
4.1 / 5
Founded
2006
Headquarters
New York, NY, USA

Muvi key facts

Vendor
Muvi
Pricing
Subscription — From $39/mo
Free tier
Free trial (14 days)
Platforms
Web, Ios, Android
Best for
Content Owners, Ott Startups
Editor rating
4.4 / 5
Founded
2013
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is Kaltura better than Muvi?

Neither is universally better — Muvi edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Kaltura or Muvi cheaper?

Muvi is the more affordable of the two to get started, at from $39/mo. Kaltura starts at custom; Muvi starts at from $39/mo.

Can Kaltura replace Muvi?

Yes for most teams — both are media publishing tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.