By Kristi Hines
Are you wondering if you should consider Meerkat or Periscope?
In this article you’ll discover the differences between Meerkat and Periscope so you can choose the best one for your live mobile broadcasts.
Discover how to broadcast video with Meerkat and Periscope.
Preview Meerkat and Periscope on Desktop
If you’re not ready to commit to either app just yet, or don’t have an iOS device, you can dive in by previewing some Meerkat and Periscope live streams on your desktop.
Click on this link to see what videos are streaming live from Meerkat users. Unfortunately, even if a video is live, you’ll first have to log in via Twitter, and then you’ll only see a static shot of the screen.
For Periscope, click on this link to see what videos are streaming live from Periscope users. Unlike live Meerkat videos, Periscope videos start automatically without asking you to log into Twitter. And you get the live feed.
If you click on a Meerkat or Periscope stream that has ended, you get a screen encouraging you to download the app and follow the user in question.
Look Inside the Meerkat App
When you download the Meerkat mobile app (currently available for iOS users only), you get a better viewing experience than on a desktop.
First, you’re prompted to log in using your Twitter account.
The Meerkat app login screen.
Allow Meerkat to access your camera for live streaming purposes. Next, give the app permission to access your location while you’re using it. Finally, allow Meerkat to send you notifications on your phone.
You can decline all of these options if you just want to browse and not live stream, or you can allow camera access without location access or notifications.
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