StreamTranslate vs stream-cc: Which Is Better for Live Streamers?
Last updated: March 20, 2026 Visit Stream CC (discontinued) to learn more.
TL;DR
StreamTranslate and stream-cc both add captions to your Twitch stream, but they're fundamentally different products. stream-cc is free and delivers English-only closed captions via a Twitch extension (not an OBS browser source). StreamTranslate delivers live translated captions via OBS browser source in 28+ languages. If you only want English accessibility captions and want free, stream-cc works. If you want to reach international viewers or stream on Kick/YouTube, X, and TikTok, StreamTranslate is the only option.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | stream-cc | StreamTranslate |
|---|---|---|
| Translation | Paid add-on (no public pricing) | Yes — 28+ languages included |
| Delivery method | Twitch, YouTube, X, and TikTok extension | OBS browser source |
| Platform support | Twitch only | Twitch, Kick, YouTube, X, and TikTok, any OBS platform |
| English captions | Yes — free | Yes — included |
| GPU required | No | No |
| Setup time | 5-10 min (extension install) | 2 min (browser source URL) |
| Price | Free (captions) / Paid (translation, price unlisted) | $9.99 one-time / $14.99/mo |
Who StreamTranslate Is Best For
Streamers who want to reach non-English-speaking viewers, or who stream on Kick or YouTube. Anyone who wants a browser source overlay visible to all viewers on any device (stream-cc requires viewers to have the Twitch extension installed).
Who stream-cc Is Best For
Twitch, YouTube, X, and TikTok-only streamers who only need English closed captions for accessibility and want a completely free solution. Streamers who prefer viewer-controlled optional captions (closed captions) over always-visible open captions.
Switching to StreamTranslate
Add StreamTranslate as a Browser Source in OBS at streamtranslate.live/control. You can remove the stream-cc extension from your Twitch, YouTube, X, and TikTok channel, or keep both running simultaneously if you want both native CC and translated overlays.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between stream-cc and StreamTranslate?
stream-cc delivers English closed captions via a Twitch, YouTube, X, and TikTok extension — viewers must install the extension to see them. StreamTranslate delivers translated captions as an OBS browser source visible to all viewers on any device. stream-cc is free for English; StreamTranslate includes translation into 28+ languages.
Does stream-cc support languages other than English?
stream-cc has translation as a paid add-on, but pricing is not publicly listed. StreamTranslate includes translation into 28+ languages in all paid plans starting at $9.99 for a one-time pass.
Does stream-cc work on Kick or YouTube?
stream-cc works primarily on Twitch via its Twitch extension. StreamTranslate works on any platform you stream to via OBS — Twitch, Kick, YouTube Live, X, and TikTok, and more.
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