Riverside.fm
High-quality remote podcast and video recording platform with local recording technology.
📖 Overview
Riverside.fm is a remote recording platform built specifically for podcasters and video creators who need professional-quality recordings of remote conversations. Unlike Zoom or Google Meet, Riverside records locally on each participant's device in up to 4K video and uncompressed audio, then uploads the high-quality files. This means even if internet connection is poor during the call, the final recording is crystal clear. For podcasters conducting interviews, remote shows, or multi-location recordings, Riverside ensures broadcast-quality output every time.
✨ Key Features
Records locally on each device at full quality, independent of internet connection. No more choppy audio or pixelated video from poor connections.
Record video in up to 4K resolution with separate tracks for each participant. Perfect for video podcasts and YouTube content.
AI-powered transcription in 100+ languages. Edit your recording by editing the transcript. Generate captions and show notes automatically.
AI audio enhancement that removes background noise, normalizes levels, and improves clarity. Studio-quality sound with one click.
Edit your recording directly in Riverside with text-based editing. Cut, trim, and arrange clips without external software.
Control your guests' audio/video settings remotely. Ensure everyone sounds and looks great before starting the recording.
💰 Pricing
- 2 hours of recording
- Up to 720p video
- Watermarked exports
- Separate audio/video tracks
- Local recording quality
- Basic editing
- Unlimited recording hours
- 1080p video
- No watermarks
- Transcription (5 hours/month)
- Magic Audio
- Full editing tools
- Everything in Standard
- 4K video recording
- 15 hours transcription/month
- Advanced editing features
- Custom branding
- Priority support
- Everything in Pro
- Unlimited transcription
- Team collaboration
- Advanced security (SSO)
- Dedicated support
- Custom integrations
⚖️ Pros & Cons
- Best audio/video quality for remote recording
- Local recording eliminates internet quality issues
- 4K video capability
- Built-in editing saves time
- Automatic transcription included
- Producer controls for guest management
- Free tier with real functionality
- More expensive than Zoom
- Uploads can take time after recording
- Requires guests to use browser (no app for guests)
- Free tier limited to 2 hours total
- Learning curve for all features
- Large file sizes require storage space
🎯 Best For
🔄 Competitors Comparison
Zoom
Zoom is cheaper but lower quality. Riverside's local recording produces broadcast-quality output. Use Riverside for content, Zoom for meetings.
SquadCast
SquadCast offers similar local recording quality. Both are excellent - Riverside has better built-in editing, SquadCast has different UI preferences.
StreamYard
StreamYard is for live streaming. Riverside is for recorded content. Different use cases - Riverside better for post-production quality.
Zencastr
Zencastr is similar with local recording. Riverside has better video capabilities and editing. Zencastr is more audio-podcast focused.
🚀 Getting Started
Sign up at riverside.fm. Free plan gives 2 hours to test. No credit card required. Test audio and video before your first real recording.
Create a studio for your show. Configure default settings including video resolution, audio quality, and recording layout.
Send invite link to your guest. They join through browser - no account needed. Run mic and camera check before recording.
Use producer controls to manage guest audio/video. Record with confidence knowing quality is captured locally on each device.
After recording, files upload automatically. Use built-in editor or download tracks for external editing. Export finished content.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Yes, significantly. Riverside's local recording produces broadcast-quality audio/video, while Zoom quality depends on internet. For content creation, Riverside is worth the upgrade.