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How Bitmovin’s VOD Encoder Outperforms In-House Solutions
Learn how Bitmovin’s encoding solutions deliver faster speeds, greater reliability, and scalable performance beyond what in-house solutions can provide for M&E and OTT platforms.
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Here’s what makes Bitmovin the undeniable choice over in-house solutions
Bitmovin’s VOD Encoder is a fully managed SaaS solution that uses distributed processing and content-aware encoding to scale quickly and make content available in the highest quality at the lowest bitrates with the fastest turnaround times. With features like Per-Title, Per-Shot, and Multi-Pass encoding, Bitmovin enables Akamai to be more cost-competitive while providing an optimal viewing experience. It supports multiple codecs, including AV1, VP9, HEVC/H.265, and H.264, and can integrate with a range of DRMs to encode and secure content up to 8K UHD with HDR, including Dolby Vision. Leverage Bitmovin’s VOD Encoder for high-quality encoding, flexible storage, scalable CDN distribution, smooth multi-device playback, and real-time insights with Bitmovin Analytics for a seamless VOD streaming solution.
| In-house | Bitmovin | |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated with 5 major cloud partners and deployable in a managed or customer-owned cloud account |  |  |
| Advanced bitrate distribution (3-pass, Smart Chunking) and content-aware encoding (Per-Title) for optimal bitrate efficiency | | |
| Orchestration and Automation layer for spot instance cost efficiency | | |
| Incredibly fast (<20s) short form encoding for clips (<5min) with GPUs | | |
| Out-of-the-box SSAI Support and integration with major ad providers | | |
| Pre-built DRM integrations and support for 4K/Dolby/DTS content |  Limited without MediaPackage | |
| Combined Encoding and Packaging with support for HLS and DASH | | |
| Control encoding infrastructure from platform operated accounts | | |
| Bi-Weekly releases including features, improvements & fixes | | |
Why Bitmovin does it better
Content aware encoding for better efficiency
Intelligently adjusts bitrate based on the complexity of each scene, allowing for optimal quality at reduced file sizes. This results in significant savings on storage and bandwidth while ensuring viewers receive the highest possible streaming quality
Fast turnaround for short from content
Accelerates the encoding process to meet the fast-paced demands of short-form content production. By reducing processing times, it enables platforms to quickly publish high-quality videos, keeping audiences engaged and content pipelines moving smoothly
Cloud connect & Managed Cloud
Offers the flexibility to leverage your own cloud instances across major providers, seamlessly integrating with existing infrastructure. This setup provides greater control over performance, scalability, and costs, allowing for customized resource management and efficient operation
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Consistently innovating with the latest features
Per-Title
Efficiently encode video with a custom bitrate ladder, delivering higher quality at up to 70% lower bitrates while reducing storage and CDN costs by up to 80%, without sacrificing quality.
SSAI Integrations
Unlock advanced server-side ad insertion (SSAI) capabilities for smooth, personalized ad delivery, ensuring a seamless, buffer-free viewing experience that drives higher ad engagement and revenue.
DRM Integrations
Protect your content with extensive DRM support, enabling secure streaming across devices and platforms while meeting industry requirements for premium, high-quality content distribution.