| Feature | Stream CC | StreamTranslate |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time translation (65 languages) | No / limited | Yes — built-in |
| OBS browser source (works on Twitch / YouTube / Kick / TikTok Live) | Varies | Yes — single URL |
| Setup time | 10–30 min (install / compile) | ~60 seconds |
| CPU / GPU load on your stream PC | Uses your hardware | Zero (cloud) |
| Pricing | Free / one-time | Free trial → from $9.99 stream pass |
Comparing Stream CC vs StreamTranslate for live stream subtitles and translation in 2026.
| Feature | Stream CC | StreamTranslate |
|---|---|---|
| Latency | 2–5 seconds | Under 500ms |
| Languages | 5–15 | 65 languages |
| No plugin required | Plugin / install needed | Yes — just a URL |
| Browser support | Chrome only or limited | Any browser |
| Dual language subtitles | No | Yes (Pro/Unlimited) |
| OBS Browser Source | Complicated | Paste URL, done |
| Starting price | Higher / subscription only | $9.99 one-time pass |
| Cloud-based (no GPU) | Local processing | 100% cloud |
Stream CC (stream.cc) is a Chrome-based caption overlay tool for streamers. It works well for English captions in Chrome but has limited translation, a Chrome-only requirement, and fewer languages than StreamTranslate.
Go to streamtranslate.live/control, start a free trial, copy the OBS browser source URL, and add it to OBS as a browser source. Remove the old Stream CC source. Done — StreamTranslate is now handling your subtitles.
Free Plan: 3 hours every month. Card required; no payment unless you choose to upgrade. Stream Pass: $9.99 one-time, 12 hours single language.
Starter: $14.99/month, 25 hours/month single language.
Pro: $34.99/month, 50 hours/month dual-language subtitles.
Unlimited: $149/month, unlimited hours dual-language.
Full details at streamtranslate.live/pricing. Free Plan (3 hours every month) available — card required for the Free Plan; no payment unless you upgrade.
See also: Setup Guide · Pricing · OBS Setup · Stream Translate · Launch App
Is StreamTranslate better than Stream CC?
StreamTranslate outperforms Stream CC on latency (under 2s), language support (65), and ease of setup (no plugin). For live stream translation, StreamTranslate is the better choice for most streamers.
What are the main differences between Stream CC and StreamTranslate?
StreamTranslate is cloud-based (no plugin, no install), supports 65 languages with real-time translation, and has dual-language subtitle support. Stream CC typically requires additional setup and supports fewer languages.
How do I switch from Stream CC to StreamTranslate?
Go to streamtranslate.live/control, start a free trial, copy the OBS browser source URL, add it to OBS. Migration takes under 5 minutes.
Does StreamTranslate cost more than Stream CC?
StreamTranslate starts at $9.99 for a 12-hour pass — often cheaper than Stream CC. Monthly plans start at $14.99.
Also supports IRL with Moblin and the OBS audio plugin, including home and cloud OBS setups such as IRL Toolkit.
Use an OBS receiver for IRL Pro, Larix Broadcaster, PRISM Live Mobile or TVU Go. Cloud providers may need to install the plugin on your server.
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