{"id":285774,"date":"2024-05-17T15:02:53","date_gmt":"2024-05-17T14:02:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/?p=285774"},"modified":"2025-12-01T16:54:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T16:54:21","slug":"youtube-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/youtube-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Best YouTube Alternatives for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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YouTube is the biggest player in the online video space. (It\u2019s not even close!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there are other sites, too. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article we\u2019ll be taking a look at 10 other video websites, beside YouTube, that are interesting video sharing platforms or video-based social channels for your business to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>1. Vimeo<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let’s start with an established name – Vimeo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it was originally focused on user-uploaded videos like YouTube, Vimeo has evolved into more of a business solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their customisable video players, streaming capabilities with interactive features like polls and Q&As, and monetisation tools make it a slick option for creative teams and businesses looking to host portfolio videos and showcase their work in a professional way.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Vimeo is excellent for businesses that prioritise video quality and brand control. It\u2019s particularly well suited for creatives looking to showcase their portfolio work.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 High-quality video
\u2022 Ad-free
\u2022 Customisable player
\u2022 Flexible privacy options\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Smaller audience compared to YouTube
\u2022 Limited discoverability\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Use Vimeo’s customisation options to embed videos seamlessly into your website for a professional look. We reckon the player is a LOT nicer looking and has a more professional feel than embedding videos from YouTube.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>2. Instagram<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With Instagram<\/a>, you can directly share longer videos right to your main feed to captivate your existing followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They’ll play as Reels at first – but viewers have the option to keep watching the full video. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even better, Instagram’s smart algorithm can help expose your videos to new eyes and grow your audience organically through Instagram’s ‘Explore’ functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Instagram is perfect for brands targeting a younger demographic. It’s great for behind-the-scenes content and quick updates.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Integrated with Instagram
\u2022 Mobile-friendly
\u2022 Strong engagement – access to potentially huge audience on Instagram
\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Limited to vertical and square videos\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Leverage Instagram Stories and posts to promote your Instagram videos for increased visibility – and don’t forget to use hashtags as a vehicle to reach new audiences, too.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>3. Facebook\/Facebook Watch<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Facebook<\/a> knows video, and it’s widely believed that uploading your videos natively instead of sharing links helps boost visibility on this video-hungry channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their Facebook Watch hub curates trending videos matched to your interests, giving you another way to get discovered by fresh audiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pretty cool when you can leverage Facebook’s massive reach, right?<\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Facebook is powerful for reaching a broad audience and driving engagement through shares and comments. It’s also excellent for community building. But it’s important to be aware that organic reach isn’t what it once was – if you’re aiming to reach big audiences, some ad budget may be required.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Large user base
\u2022 Strong sharing capabilities
\u2022 Integrated ads\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Video content can get lost in the newsfeed
\u2022 Less control over video quality\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Post videos during peak engagement times – and particularly, use Facebook Ads to boost your important content. As always with paid ads, start small so you can work out what works and what doesn’t, then scale up.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>4. TikTok<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TikTok<\/a>‘s massively popular short-video format lends itself to entertaining, funny content that lets your brand’s personality shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it’s still evolving for businesses, it provides an engaging way to connect with TikTok’s vibrant, younger-skewed community by tapping into their love of lighthearted, trendy videos.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Perfect for brands that can produce fun, creative content and want to tap into younger audiences. Great for brand personality and trends.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Huge engagement
\u2022 Viral potential
\u2022 Young audience\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Short video format
\u2022 Less obvious fit for businesses\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Participate in trending challenges and use popular music to increase the chances of your video going viral. Tiktok is out on its own as a channel, quite distinct from anything else out there – so spend some time looking at successful channels in your niche to get some inspiration and direction.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>5. Dailymotion<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Think of Dailymotion<\/a> as YouTube’s cousin – it’s another one that started out very similar to YouTube in purpose and functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But over time it’s evolved more into a video platform geared towards hosting news, entertainment, and topical videos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While its audience is much smaller than YouTube’s, you can monetise your uploads and it provides another avenue to amplify your reach across the web. <\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Dailymotion offers a solid alternative for reaching international markets and a diverse audience. It\u2019s good for broad reach but does lack niche focus.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Similar to YouTube
\u2022 Large international audience\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Less popular in the U.S.
\u2022 Ads can be intrusive\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Use tags and descriptions effectively to increase the discoverability of your videos.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>6. Twitch <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Originally a streaming hotspot for video gamers, Twitch<\/a> has expanded into a livestreaming destination for all kinds of content like podcasts, comedy shows, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It represents an advertising channel to tap into Twitch’s highly engaged community of viewers. <\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Twitch excels for businesses in the gaming industry or those looking to leverage live interaction. Consistency is key to building a loyal viewer base.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Real-time interaction with viewers
\u2022 Large gaming community,
\u2022 Subscription options for monetisation\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Best suited for live content
\u2022 Primarily a gaming platform
\u2022 Channel growth requires consistent streaming\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Engage actively with your audience through chat and consistent streaming schedules\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>7. Wistia <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wistia<\/a> is a video hosting solution built from the ground up for businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polish up your video presence with sleek, professional player designs, lead generation tools that gate videos, and their integrated Soapbox tool for quick screen and webcam recording. Slick! <\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Wistia is tailored for businesses needing in-depth analytics and lead generation from their video content. It’s a powerful tool for video marketing and sales integration.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Advanced analytics
\u2022 Customisable player
\u2022 Lead generation tools\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Higher cost
\u2022 Limited audience discovery\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n In our opinion, Wistia’s player is THE most beautiful and powerful option out there for embedding video content on your website. Throw in lead generation tools like Turnstile to capture viewer information and Wistia is a real winner for brands.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>8. Behance <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For creative professionals, Behance<\/a> is Adobe’s network for showcasing portfolios of design, branding, animation, video projects, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s more about getting eyes on your work from other creatives for feedback, networking, and potential opportunities rather than hosting viewer-friendly video content.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Behance is fantastic for creative professionals showcasing portfolios. For businesses in creative industries, it provides a platform to gain visibility and feedback.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Great for creative portfolios
\u2022 Adobe integration
\u2022 Community feedback\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Best for creative industries
\u2022 Less suitable for general marketing
\u2022 Smaller audience base\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Showcase your best work and interact with the community to build your network. It’s not just about ‘being’ there – the community element is crucial here and will help you reach new audiences.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>9. Brightcove<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to premium, enterprise-grade video, Brightcove<\/a> is the total package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’re talking end-to-end solutions like video management, live streaming, interactive experiences, and their ultra high-performance HTML5 video player. No wonder top brands trust them! <\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Brightcove is an excellent choice for large enterprises needing advanced features and analytics. Its robust platform supports comprehensive video marketing strategies.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n
\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Enterprise-level features, extensive analytics
\u2022 Monetisation options\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Expensive
\u2022 Complex for beginners
\u2022 Not ideal for small businesses\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Brightcove offers extensive analytics, and this gives you a great starting point to refine your video strategy and improve ROI.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>10. Loom <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With Loom<\/a>‘s simple video messaging tool, you can quickly record your webcam and screen to share ideas, feedback, updates – you name it – with your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No more typing out long-winded emails or scheduling meetings for simple conversations. Just record and share!<\/p>\n\n\n

\n <\/i>Our Insight\n<\/div>\n
\n Loom is excellent for quick, straightforward video communication. It’s particularly useful for creating tutorials, walkthroughs, and internal communications efficiently.\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\n Pros:<\/span>\n \u2022 Easy-to-use
\u2022 Great for tutorials and internal communications
\u2022 Quick sharing\n <\/div>\n
\n Cons:<\/span>\n \u2022 Limited social sharing capabilities
\u2022 Basic editing tools
\u2022 Best for shorter videos
\u2022 Solely for a particular type of video\n <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
\n <\/i>Expert Tip\n<\/div>\n
\n Use Loom for creating quick, informative videos for internal use or client communication\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

<\/span>Thanks for reading!<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The power of video is vast, and wide-ranging. From video messaging, to hosting, to content amplification and social networking, video is the fuel that drives the engine of growth for many businesses, across niches and industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you take nothing else away from this article, take away this: there\u2019s more to video than YouTube!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take your pick of the sites we\u2019ve outlined above and you can start to use video in different, exciting ways, generating maximum ROI throughout your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But… if after all of that you’re still set on YouTube, don’t worry – we have a host of articles designed to help optimise your presence on the platform. Check out our YouTube header dimensions<\/a> guide, YouTube SEO tips<\/a> and How to make a YouTube video<\/a> for starters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

YouTube is easily the biggest player in online video…but there are other sites too. Here are 10 YouTube alternatives that are essential for your business.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":285775,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"\n

Last updated on 17th May 2024<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We all know YouTube is the 'go-to' site for online video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But the truth is, YouTube is the tip of an enormous iceberg. Video content has soared on the back of a perfect storm of faster, cheaper internet and increased demand for video content<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a recent survey<\/a> we found that people watch an average of 18 hours of online video per week, an average increase of 2 hours from last year, and over 7 hours across since 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sure, YouTube is the biggest player in the online video space. (It\u2019s not even close!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there are other sites, too. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article we\u2019ll be taking a look at 10 other video websites, beside YouTube, that are essential for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Vimeo<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let's start with an established name - Vimeo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it was originally focused on user-uploaded videos like YouTube, Vimeo has evolved into more of a business solution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their customisable video players, streaming capabilities with interactive features like polls and Q&As, and monetisation tools make it a slick option for creative teams and businesses looking to host portfolio videos and showcase their work in a professional way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

2. Instagram<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


With Instagram, you can directly share longer videos right to your main feed to captivate your existing followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They'll play as Reels at first - but viewers have the option to keep watching the full video. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even better, Instagram's smart algorithm can help expose your videos to new eyes and grow your audience organically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

3. Facebook\/Facebook Watch <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Facebook knows video, so uploading your videos natively instead of sharing links helps boost visibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their Facebook Watch hub curates trending videos matched to your interests, giving you another way to get discovered by fresh audiences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pretty cool when you can leverage Facebook's massive reach, right? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. TikTok<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let's get creative! TikTok's massively popular short-video format lends itself to entertaining, funny content that lets your brand's personality shine. While it's still evolving for businesses, it provides an engaging way to connect with TikTok's vibrant, younger-skewed community by tapping into their love of lighthearted, trendy videos. Dailymotion
Think of Dailymotion as YouTube's cousin - a video platform geared more towards hosting news, entertainment, and topical videos. While its audience is much smaller than YouTube's, you can monetize your uploads and it provides another avenue to amplify your reach across the web. Twitch Originally a streaming hotspot for video gamers, Twitch has expanded into a livestreaming destination for all kinds of content like podcasts, comedy shows, and more. It represents an advertising channel to tap into Twitch's highly engaged community of viewers. Wistia Wistia is a video hosting solution built from the ground up for businesses. Polish up your video presence with sleek, professional player designs, lead generation tools that gate videos, and their integrated Soapbox tool for quick screen and webcam recording. Slick! Behance For creative professionals, Behance is Adobe's network for showcasing portfolios of design, branding, animation, video projects, and more. It's more about getting eyes on your work from other creatives for feedback, networking, and potential opportunities rather than hosting viewer-friendly video content. Brightcove
When it comes to premium, enterprise-grade video, Brightcove is the total package. We're talking end-to-end solutions like video management, live streaming, interactive experiences, and their ultra high-performance HTML5 video player. No wonder top brands trust them. Loom With Loom's simple video messaging tool, you can quickly record your webcam and screen to share ideas, feedback, updates - you name it - with your team. No more typing out long-winded emails or scheduling meetings for simple conversations. Just record and share!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Instagram<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A relative newcomer to the video marketing landscape, IGTV<\/a> (Instagram TV) was launched in June 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was designed to satisfy a very particular need: until that point, Instagram videos were limited to 60 seconds in length. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

IGTV allowed individuals and companies to create and share long-form video content (up to 60 minutes long) on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although IGTV was initially highly visible in the Instagram app - with a button on the home screen - this has since been pared back slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you upload a video longer than 60 seconds, it\u2019ll appear on your followers\u2019 timeline, and play the first 60 seconds - after which the viewer is given the option to \u2018Watch on IGTV\u2019 which takes them into the IGTV player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IGTV emulates YouTube with its content discovery mechanism. Viewers can click and scroll to find content Instagram thinks would be good for them, trending videos, or content from brands they already follow. This means it isn\u2019t just a case of uploading video for your existing <\/em>audience: there\u2019s a network effect that can amplify your reach, and grow your following. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"IGTV\"\/<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Although videos initially had to be uploaded in portrait\/vertical format, this has now been opened up and you can upload traditional landscape\/horizontal video content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is great for businesses because it means that, rather than tailor-making content for IGTV, you can simply use it as a channel to cross-promote content you\u2019re already using on YouTube or elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We can\u2019t leave Instagram behind without touching on Reels<\/a>, too. This feature - launched in 2020 - was ostensibly Instagram\u2019s attempt to compete with TikTok, allowing creators to upload short-form 15 or 30 second videos. (This has since been increased to a 60 second limit.) So if short-form video is still your bag - check out Reels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if<\/strong>...you\u2019re looking to reach a wider audience with your longer-form video content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Facebook \/ Facebook Watch<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s really no need for introductions or background when it comes to Facebook. It\u2019s clearly a social media phenomenon with a staggering worldwide audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a number of years, it\u2019s been reported that Facebook is looking to directly challenge YouTube\u2019s video market share and dominance. For example, they\u2019re directly looking to recruit YouTube creators<\/a> for their own platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what does this mean for you? Well, while you can <\/em>share YouTube uploads to Facebook - and have them play in-window - as you might expect, Facebook much prefers to prioritise \u2018native\u2019 video content, over content shared from other platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With organic reach already a considerable stumbling block for achieving ROI on Facebook, you need to take any advantage you can get. So while uploading your videos to Facebook as well may not guarantee success - it costs nothing, and it can\u2019t hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond reaching your own followers, <\/em>Facebook Watch offers a route to a potential new audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is Facebook\u2019s own version of YouTube - a curated video library of content which Facebook\u2019s omnipotent algorithm deems to be well-suited to your own tastes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a search function in the top-left corner of the screen, and users can also collate their own \u2018Watchlist\u2019 which notifies them when new videos have been uploaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Facebook<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you want to extend the organic reach of videos posted to your timeline, or reach a new audience through Facebook Watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. TikTok<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Launched in September 2016, TikTok has quickly become a viral sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s been downloaded more than 2 billion times, in 200 countries, and Android users spend an average of 13.3 hours on the app each and every month. (Source)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be blunt, the jury\u2019s still out on TikTok as a content vehicle for brands - with adoption among businesses still relatively low compared to other channels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are grounds for cautious optimism here...<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our research<\/a> shows that usage of Tiktok as a marketing tool doubled from 2019 to 2020, and over two-thirds of marketers report having success with the channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And although it\u2019s still a bit of a \u2018Wild West\u2019 for brands, there are success stories, like Ocean Spray - a 90-year old drinks company who saw 15 billion media impressions and upticks in reach, sales and other metrics on the back of a TikTok video they didn\u2019t even create.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@420doggface208\/video\/6876424179084709126\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A note of caution though: it\u2019s important to understand the TikTok audience, and what they\u2019re looking for. When asked in the 2020 GlobalWebIndex<\/a> survey how they mainly use TikTok, the majority of respondents answered: \u201cto find funny\/entertaining content.\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This isn\u2019t a platform for sharing your sales patter or going heavy on product features, but if you have a story to tell or can bring some humour to your brand, there\u2019s plenty to suggest that TikTok has potential for business. (Not to mention the usual advertising opportunities that exist beyond organic content.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you\u2019ve got a flair for creating funny, entertaining or emotive content and aligning this with your brand offering, or you\u2019re looking for an untapped ad platform to reach a new audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Dailymotion<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dailymotion is a French video-sharing platform that, just like YouTube, was launched in 2005. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those familiar with YouTube (which is, er, everybody) will find this experience much more similar than others we\u2019ve covered in our list so far. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clearly, Dailymotion has been left behind and dwarfed by the success of its Google-owned competitor - but it remains a good site for potential video discovery with home page categories such as featured, news, sport, entertainment and music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The brand\u2019s strapline - \u2018The home of videos that matter\u2019 - does hint at its slightly more nuanced positioning as a hosting platform for current affairs and topical video content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Dailymotion\"\/<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Publishers can monetise content, just like on YouTube, although - with a smaller audience - as you\u2019d expect, you\u2019ll find fewer creators and, on the whole, less content. (Not to mention that the difference between the money you can earn through YouTube and Dailymotion is like comparing night and day!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are caps on what most users can upload to Dailymotion, including a 60 minute maximum length, <\/strong>and a limit of 10 uploads per day (<\/strong>for a maximum of 2 hours of content). <\/strong>These won\u2019t be a big deal for most users but they\u2019re worth pointing out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One final but important point to mention is that, whether this is a good thing or not, Dailymotion does<\/em> have a reputation among many for its lenient approach to piracy - which has led to the site being banned in some countries, and some high-profile lawsuits that have hurt the brand\u2019s image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you\u2019re uploading topical\/news content, you want to potentially amplify the reach of your video, or you want to embed your videos on your website with a different player window to the ubiquitous YouTube one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Twitch<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Twitch is a live streaming service which launched in 2011, and was later purchased by Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s typically been seen over the years as a platform for gamer streaming, but increasingly, it\u2019s diversifying into a channel for comedians, entertainers, variety acts and more. (This was accelerated during the 2020 lockdown, with many comedians and entertainers unable to entertain at live venues, and seeking alternative revenue sources.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, the top category of Twitch stream is \u2018Just Chatting<\/a>\u2019  - in 2020, more than 1.9 billion hours of global watchtime worldwide were spent on these ostensibly non-gaming streams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We won\u2019t dwell on Twitch\u2019s monetisation options, because unless you\u2019re interested in streaming yourself, the main interest for brands here is in advertising and sponsored content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you\u2019re looking for a new (and increasingly popular) channel to advertise on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Wistia<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wistia is a video hosting service<\/a> specifically for business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It comes with tons of cool features tailored to help companies get the absolute maximum out of video, including a sleek, professional and minimalistic player window which you can embed on your website, as follows\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/wyzowl.wistia.com\/medias\/hchqyqn7ov\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Wistia also comes with a host of other functionality, including turnstile tool - which can turn your videos into gated lead magnets\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Wistia\"\/<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

...and Wistia Soapbox<\/a>, a free, standalone webcam and screen recorder for Chrome extension that lets you record and mix talking head\/screen recorded footage in seconds with no equipment and minimal editing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZhHbgMkneP4\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This is a fantastic tool for training, presentations, sales videos<\/a> and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you\u2019re a business and you want to take advantage of (in our opinion) the most beautiful player window, and a bunch of business-specific functionality to maximise your video ROI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Behance<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Squarely aimed at creatives, Behance is owned by Adobe, who call it \u2018the world's largest creative network for showcasing and discovering creative work.\u2019 It isn\u2019t just <\/em>for video, but more of a social network for all sorts of creative work including design, branding, illustration, animation and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 2005 (a recurring theme) Behance grew quickly before being acquired by Adobe in late 2012.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Behance visitors are invited to \u2018search the creative world at work\u2019 and can \u2018Appreciate\u2019 (like) any project, as well as messaging the person who made it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Behance\"\/<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

On the whole the site is very much \u2018C2C\u2019 - creatives to creatives - meaning it\u2019s a must-use site for video professionals, as it can lead to career opportunities, networking, publicity and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For businesses looking to reach an audience and gain sales? Not so much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you\u2019re a creative or creative team looking to get your work out there, gather feedback, and build your reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Brightcove<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brightcove is another site that predates YouTube, having been around since 2004, and they\u2019re another company that have pivoted towards a business audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their strapline, \u201cVideo that means business\u201d speaks volumes - as does a stellar client list which includes the BBC, Adobe, MasterClass, Ford and Burberry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Brightcove\"\/<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

They also profess to have \u2018the most complete video tool set available,\u2019 which is a bold claim - but one that does <\/em>stand up to scrutiny, with their product including everything from storage, to video management, to live streaming, interactivity and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They invest over $40m per year in R&D,<\/a> with an obsession over uptime, reliability and security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And perhaps their most impressive feature is a HTML5 video player - which they claim is 70% faster than any other player out there and can be used in every type of screen available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you\u2019re looking for a business-specific hosting provider with a lot of neat bells and whistles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Loom<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Loom offers something a little different to others in the list: quick, seamless video messaging for work that lets you record your webcam and screen, and send quick, powerful messages to people inside (and outside) your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Loom\"\/<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 2015, they experienced rapid growth amidst the backdrop of the pandemic which created many remote or hybrid workplaces overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recording video messages in this way isn\u2019t always your first instinct when it comes to explaining something or getting in touch with a colleague. But it\u2019s often much quicker than typing an email, or arranging a meeting. You can simply record, send - and the recipient can watch, and learn, at their leisure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PR_htWuhk4s\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Give it a try if...<\/strong>you want to roll out quick, seamless video messaging in your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks for reading!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The power of video is vast, and wide-ranging. From video messaging, to hosting, to content amplification and social networking, video is the fuel that drives the engine of growth for many businesses, across niches and industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you take nothing else away from this article, take away this: there\u2019s more to video than YouTube!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take your pick of the sites we\u2019ve outlined above and you can start to use video in different, exciting ways, generating maximum ROI throughout your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But... if after all of that you're still set on YouTube, don't worry - we have a host of articles designed to help optimise your presence on the platform. Check out our YouTube header dimensions<\/a> guide, YouTube SEO tips<\/a> and How to make a YouTube video<\/a> for starters.<\/p>\n","_et_gb_content_width":"","_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_wpcom_ai_launchpad_first_post":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[98,101],"tags":[66],"class_list":["post-285774","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-attract","category-attract-popular","tag-uc-social-media-videos"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wyzowl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/youtube-alternatives.png?fit=1000%2C500&quality=80&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/285774","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=285774"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/285774\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":300342,"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/285774\/revisions\/300342"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/285775"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=285774"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=285774"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wyzowl.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=285774"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}