OvenMediaEngine

Self-Hosted

Open-source media server for low-latency live streaming

Overview

OvenMediaEngine is a high-performance, open-source media server optimized for low-latency live streaming. It supports RTMP, WebRTC, HLS, and MPEG-DASH, enabling seamless delivery across mobile, web, and desktop devices. Key capabilities include adaptive bitrate streaming, real-time transcoding, and horizontal scalability via clustering. Deployable via Docker images or pre-built binaries, it integrates easily with existing workflows, handles high concurrent viewers efficiently, and offers APIs for third-party integrations—ideal for creators and platforms needing reliable, low-latency streaming without proprietary lock-in.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  ovenmedia_engine:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: ovenmedia-engine
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Sub-second low-latency streaming via WebRTC
Multi-protocol support (RTMP, HLS, MPEG-DASH, WebRTC)
Adaptive bitrate streaming & real-time transcoding

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is OvenMediaEngine hard to install?

Installation is straightforward using Docker images or pre-built binaries. However, setting up advanced features like clustering or custom transcoding profiles requires familiarity with media server concepts and command-line tools.

? Is it a good alternative to Wowza Streaming Engine?

Yes—OvenMediaEngine offers similar core features (multi-protocol streaming, transcoding) with open-source flexibility and zero cost. It excels in low-latency WebRTC streaming, making it a strong choice for interactive live content like gaming or virtual events.

? Is OvenMediaEngine completely free?

Absolutely. It’s licensed under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and distribute for both personal and commercial purposes without any hidden fees.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Media Streaming - Video Streaming

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Low sub-second latency for interactive streaming use cases
⊕ Free and open-source with no proprietary lock-in

Cons

⊖ Requires technical knowledge for advanced configuration
⊖ No built-in graphical user interface (managed via CLI/API)