xiu

The premium Open Source alternative to Wowza

🎯 Best for:Developers building custom live streaming infrastructure

What is xiu?

Replaces commercial streaming engines with a high-concurrency server written in memory-safe Rust. It supports multiple protocols including RTMP, RTSP, WebRTC, and HLS for low-latency live broadcasting.

Tech Stack
RustVideo Editing & Streaming

Why xiu?

  • High performance
  • Memory safe
  • Multi-protocol support

Limitations

  • No graphical interface
  • CLI-heavy configuration
  • Steep learning curve
3/5/2026
Last Update
229
Forks
37
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Wowza)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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