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LiveKit vs OpenVidu

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LiveKitOpenVidu
LanguageGoTypeScript
LicenceApache-2.0Apache-2.0
Stars21k2.1k
Latestv1.13.8v3.9.0
Last push2026-10-062026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 20 days between releasesabout 49 days between releases
Active contributors43 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days7 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Agora. Alternatives to Agora →

    Full replacementLiveKitAn SFU with client SDKs for web, mobile and servers, for adding audio, video and data to apps.

    Full replacementOpenViduA platform built on LiveKit with recording, egress and an admin console, deployable on your own servers.