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Should You Stream on YouTube Live? Twitch vs YouTube Live

0h 04m video Published May 27, 2024 Transcribed Aug 4, 2026 Twatter Twatter
Beginner 5 min read For: Aspiring streamers and content creators deciding between Twitch and YouTube for live streaming.
AI Trust Score 70/100
⚠️ Average / Some Fluff

"Delivers a solid comparison with clear pros and cons, though it's a bit padded with personal anecdotes."

AI Summary

The video compares YouTube Live and Twitch for streaming, focusing on revenue splits, algorithm differences, and community support. It concludes that YouTube is better for exposure and revenue share, while Twitch offers stronger financial support from viewers.

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Introduction to the Comparison

The video addresses the most asked question about streaming on Twitch and Kick, noting that neither has an algorithm, and promises a full comparison to help decide where to stream.

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Revenue Split on Twitch vs YouTube

Twitch takes 50% of revenue, so 100 subscribers ($500) yields only $250. YouTube offers a better split, with 70% from Super Chat and other revenue streams.

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Less Competition on YouTube

Streaming on YouTube has far less competition than Twitch or Kick, regardless of the game, which can be an advantage for discoverability.

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YouTube's Broader Audience

Everyone has YouTube, so friends and family are more likely to watch your streams, helping with initial growth.

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The Algorithm Con

YouTube's algorithm is based on user preferences, and few users watch streamers, so low-viewer streams rarely get recommended. Live streams have lower search value than videos or shorts.

[02:16]
Separate Channel Strategy

Using a separate channel for shorts or high-search-value content can help, but streaming on a successful channel can kill its reach. Instead, funnel viewers to a streaming channel.

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Financial Support Comparison

Twitch viewers are more supportive financially, with more donations and paid subscribers. YouTube streamers need over 200 average viewers to match a Twitch streamer with 50 viewers.

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Kick's High Revenue Share

Kick offers 95% revenue share, but has downsides. The video suggests YouTube for exposure and revenue share, but Twitch is still best for established audiences.

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Final Recommendation

For new streamers, YouTube is best for exposure and revenue split. For those with an existing audience, Twitch remains the best due to community support.

The video concludes that YouTube is the best platform for new streamers due to higher revenue share and less competition, while Twitch is still recommended for those with an established audience who value community support.

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Study Flashcards (4)

What is the revenue split on Twitch?

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Twitch takes 50% of revenue, so streamers keep only half.

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What percentage of Super Chat revenue does YouTube keep?

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YouTube lets streamers keep 70% of Super Chat revenue.

03:34

How many average viewers does a YouTube streamer need to match a Twitch streamer with 50 viewers?

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Over 200 average viewers.

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What is Kick's revenue share?

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Kick offers 95% of revenue to streamers.

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💡 Key Takeaways

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Revenue Split Difference

Quantifies the financial impact of Twitch's 50% cut vs YouTube's better share.

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Algorithm Disadvantage

Explains why YouTube's algorithm doesn't favor live streams, a key con.

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Viewer-to-Earnings Ratio

Provides a concrete comparison of earnings potential between platforms.

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Platform Recommendation

Gives actionable advice based on audience size.

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[00:01] most frequently asked questions I got on that video was what about streaming on twitch andt kick is the fact that neither of them have an algorithm so perfect answer right in this video I'm going to be going over the full

[00:14] and by the end of this video you will be able to answer the question should you for a living for over 10 years now and I work with over a 100 streamers directly channel related to growing on Twitch kick and other streaming related videos

[00:28] cont hitting subscribe will help me out a lot as well as if you learn anything algorithm more than you realize so I appreciate it greatly let's start by YouTube Compared to Twitch the biggest complaint that I see about twitch is the

[00:40] revenue split on Twitch you only get to keep 50% of your Revenue that you get earn 100 subscribers a month on Twitch that's a total of $500 a month but after twitch takes their 50% you are left with $250 YouTube on the other hand gives

[00:53] earn from Super Chat donations as well as super stickers YouTube does have a paid subscriber option but even for popular live streamers this is very YouTube live will come from Super Chat another Proto streaming on YouTube is

[01:07] on the platform no matter what game you are streaming there will be far less competition than on Twitch or even on Kick this isn't all positive though and cons of YouTube the last Pro about streaming on YouTube is not the

[01:19] actually a con and I'm going to be explaining more in a second however the getting people on the platform to watch you everyone has YouTube and in the many people as possible helping you out by showing up to your streams YouTube is

[01:34] phone and you'll have way more friends SL family members able and willing to now let's talk about the cons and I'm going to start with the algorithm that the YouTube algorithm is the reason it's better to stream on the platform

[01:48] the YouTube algorithm Works based on user preferences and very few YouTubers watch streamers especially streamers with low viewers that means even if you tags and titles it's rare that you will ever come up on someone's YouTube even

[02:01] streams do not have the same search value as full videos or even shorts the is I could just upload shorts or other high search value content on my channel you are using your channel to live stream you'll notice that your views are

[02:16] have a separate channel for shorts they will perform much much better and you channel that you host your live streams on the YouTube algorithm can be very however if you try to stream from a success Channel it'll kill the Channel's

[02:31] reach instead use the YouTube algorithm to reach people and then funnel them streaming Channel on YouTube or even your streams on another platform such as is the fact that on average you will

[02:44] receive much less support financially even major streamers will see far less because the twitch Community is very supportive in terms of subscribing and donating for my expertise and what I've seen from all of my clients of all sizes

[02:56] streamers on average will receive much more donations and paid subscribers on Twitch versus YouTube one being reason because of people hate ads on Twitch and subscribers to help people not have to deal with ads another big reason is

[03:08] such a common practice and a way of back to the community from my investigation and studying what YouTube streamers make on average a YouTube streamer will have to average over 200

[03:20] twitch streamer will make if they average only 50 viewers and that's even after twitch takes their 50% now this Con can easily be combed by offering chat since YouTube lets you keep 70% of the revenue from Super Chat you need to

[03:34] people to use super chat and support you if you create a good enough reason for do so no matter what platform you are on if you are strictly looking for the highest percentage kick offers streamers 95% of the revenue you will earn however

[03:47] it has its downsides and I just uploaded the updated video on comparing kick to think that you should stream on YouTube because of the strong community that supporting them financially I understand more than anyone that twitch has a lot

[04:00] the wrong stuff but as a businessman making a video suggesting the best place that twitch is still the best place for you at this time this is only really for already if you already have an audience that you could take to any platform I'd

[04:14] because of the high Revenue split in my opinion YouTube is the best platform getting exposure on video projects I'm ideas that I have and really take over the space in YouTube in the future this

[04:26] the goal of this channel to be furthering the knowledge of those who entertainment Channel but subscribe for the journey and if you looking to grow on Twitch or really any platform in under 5 minutes watch this video here

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