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Melon features: tier-by-tier list (2026)

What Melon does

Browser livestreaming studio (now Streamlabs Talk Studio) that lifts to $17 Pro for 1080p, more guests and longer recording retention.

Last verified: 2026-05-27 15 features tracked 3 categories See Melon pricing →

Core capabilities (12)

Go live in 5 clicks

Nothing to install. No complicated set-up. No accounts required for guests. No extra steps between you and going live.

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Multistream

Grow your audience by streaming live on Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, X (Twitter), Kick, LinkedIn, and custom RTMP destinations at the same time.

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Fast. Cloud-based

Blazing fast response time, low CPU usage, and minimal latency. All processing is done in the cloud, preserving your computer.

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Broadcast your way, in 1080p

Personalize your show. Make it yours by adding your logo, header, custom backgrounds, running news ticker, switching to full HD, and more. ‍ As a host you have complete control over how you appear when you stream.

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Engage with your audience and guests in real time

View stream chat from all your platforms and chat privately with guests during your broadcast.

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Recording

Record your show and then upload to YouTube or stream your polished recording to any streaming platform.

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Local Recording

Record individual participants’ raw audio and video streams to your local computer.

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Add your branding

Add your logo, backgrounds, banners, and ticker to create a fully branded stream.

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Bring guests on instantly

Guests can join with a single click—no account needed. Preview their cameras and add them to your stream whenever you’re ready.

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Multistream to all platforms

Go live on Facebook, YouTube, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Twitch, Kick, or any custom RTMP—all at the same time, with a single click.

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Record while you stream—or offline

Capture your stream and save it in full quality, or record without going live. Perfect for creating content for YouTube, TikTok, or any social platform.

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Capture raw audio and video tracks for each

Capture raw audio and video tracks for each participant, giving you maximum flexibility in post-production.

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Automation and workflows (1)

Schedule your stream

Schedule your broadcast or pre-recorded video to give your audience heads up when and where you will be streaming so they can follow your stream and rally ahead of time.

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Collaboration (2)

Share your screen

Show your audience what’s on your screen. Share your screen, video, slides or background audio.

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Invite guests, share your screen, and customize with

Invite guests, share your screen, and customize with themes—all from your browser. No downloads.

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See Melon pricing in detail

This page lists what Melon does. For per-seat math, tier comparison, and the full hidden-fee list, see the Melon pricing breakdown.

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Sources

Features evolve. Confirm directly with the vendor before purchase decisions. This list was last refreshed on 2026-05-27.

Frequently asked questions

What features does Melon include?

This page tracks 15 verified Melon features across 3 categories, sourced from Melon's official site.

Which tier do I need for Melon?

Melon's feature availability varies by plan. Compare the public Melon tiers, calculator, and hidden fees on the Melon pricing page.

How does Melon compare on features to alternatives?

Buyers commonly compare Melon against StreamYard, Restream, Riverside. Each alternative's feature page is linked below where we cover it.