Overview
Riverside records local tracks for each participant separately, then uploads them — so even a bad internet connection doesn't ruin audio quality. Records up to 4K video and 48kHz audio per track. Used by The New York Times, LinkedIn, and hundreds of podcasters. AI tools handle transcription, clipping, and editing inside the platform.
Pricing
✅ When to use
- Recording remote podcast interviews with guests you can't meet in person
- Professional quality remote video podcasting (4K per-track recording)
- When internet quality is unpredictable — local recording prevents dropouts
- Creating a video podcast with separate tracks for each speaker
- Quickly repurposing episodes into short clips with AI Magic Clips
❌ When NOT to use
- Solo recording in a controlled studio — simpler tools (Audacity, QuickTime) work fine
- Live streaming or real-time broadcast — Riverside is for recorded content
- Very occasional use where the free tier (2h/mo) is insufficient and cost matters — consider SquadCast
💡 Personal Tips
Riverside's per-track recording is the only reason to use it over Zoom — the quality difference is dramatic. Have guests join via Chrome browser (not the app) for the most reliable recording experience. Test the studio setup page before every recording session; it catches mic/camera issues before they ruin a recording. The Magic Clips feature is getting genuinely good at finding quotable moments for social. For the absolute best audio, instruct guests to use wired headphones and record in a small room (closets with clothes are great sound-dampening booths).