How to Migrate from Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Pro? Your Complete Guide to Better Streaming

As the demand for real-time streaming continues to grow, organizations continue to discover that their current streaming solutions based on Wowza technology aren’t meeting modern requirements. To help companies make the switch to superior streaming technology, Red5 Pro has released comprehensive migration guides for transitioning from Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Pro.

Migration Resources for Developers

To ensure a smooth transition, we’ve created two comprehensive guides:

• Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Server Migration Guide – Complete server configuration mapping, deployment architecture, and step-by-step migration instructions.

• Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 SDK Migration Guide – Detailed API comparisons, code migration examples, and integration best practices.

Why Organizations Are Switching from Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Pro

Wowza Streaming Engine’s performance limitations and recent price increases have greatly impacted their streaming capabilities. Common challenges include:

• High latency affecting user experience

• WebRTC scalability problems

• Inconsistent stream quality

• Limited API flexibility

To make matters worse, the increasing costs of Wowza Streaming Engine licenses, combined with their shift away from on-premises solutions, have prompted many organizations to seek better alternatives.

The Red5 Pro Advantage

Unmatched Performance

Red5 Pro sets the industry standard for streaming performance with its revolutionary sub-250ms latency capabilities. This represents a dramatic improvement over Wowza Streaming Engine’s 3+ second delay, fundamentally changing what’s possible in real-time streaming applications. Our clients consistently report up to 20% increases in user engagement after migration, as viewers experience truly real-time interaction without the frustrating delays common to traditional streaming solutions. This performance boost is maintained through our advanced server threading model, better error correction and packet management, all of which ensure stable, high-quality streams even under challenging network conditions.

Scalability Without Compromise

Our platform’s scalability goes beyond simple connection handling. Red5 Pro’s architecture supports millions of concurrent users while maintaining consistent sub-250ms latency – a feature that sets us apart in the streaming industry. Through strategic geographic distribution, we ensure global reach without sacrificing performance. Our adaptive scaling technology automatically allocates resources based on real-time demand, eliminating the need for manual intervention during traffic spikes while optimizing resource usage during quieter periods. All of this is done through our Stream Manager which deploys our patented XDN architecture, allowing for advanced autoscaling and clustering across multiple cloud providers and on-prem deployments. 

Technical Superiority

Red5 Pro’s XDN architecture represents a significant advancement in streaming technology. Key features include:

• Complete WebRTC implementation with modern protocol support

• Advanced transcoding capabilities

• Cross-browser audio and video support

• Real-time data channel functionality

• Adaptive bitrate streaming

• Comprehensive STUN/TURN support

Flexible Deployment Options

Understanding that every organization has unique infrastructure requirements, Red5 Pro offers unmatched deployment flexibility. Our platform supports:

• Deployment on any major cloud provider

• Full on-premises solutions, including air-gapped deployments

• Hybrid configurations combining cloud and on-premises installations

How to Plan Your Migration from Wowza to Red5?

A successful migration to Red5 Pro follows four key phases:

1. Assessment

Begin with our Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Server Migration Guide to evaluate your current infrastructure and document critical features. This phase establishes performance benchmarks that will guide your entire migration process.

2. Planning

Use our Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 SDK Migration Guide to develop your testing strategy and create a detailed timeline. Our team helps prepare for contingencies and ensure proper resource allocation.

3. Implementation

Create a parallel testing environment to validate your new configuration without risking production systems. Through careful monitoring and phased deployment, we ensure a smooth transition.

4. Optimization

Fine-tune your configuration for optimal performance with comprehensive monitoring solutions and documented best practices specific to your deployment.

Real-World Migration Success Stories

Caltrans District 7 Reduced Video Surveillance Latency by Up to 29 Seconds

The California Department of Transportation District 7 has successfully transitioned from Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Pro. Here’s what else they’ve accomplished:

• Video surveillance streaming latency well below 500ms.
• Reduce overall latency by 14 to 29 seconds.
• Seamless integration with legacy and modern cameras.
• Scalable streaming for over 600 simultaneous feeds.
• PTZ control for CCTV from video walls and ATMS clients.
• Adaptive bitrate streaming for optimal quality across devices.
• Mobile RTSP streaming via iOS and Android apps.

These achievements have proven effective in solving crimes. 

Creator Platform Improved Latency by 1 second and Increased User Engagement up 20%

A major creator platform running millions of streams per month recently completed their migration from Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Pro, achieving remarkable results:

• Latency reduction from 1.5 seconds to sub-250ms or 1/4 second

• 20% increase in user engagement

• Significantly improved content creator satisfaction

• Substantial cost savings

Together, the creator platform and Red5 achieved significant milestones, including custom API development and the integration of new functionalities like alias support, mp4 recording, low-latency HLS (LL-HLS), WebRTC and SDP management.

Expert Support Throughout Your Migration

Our migration support includes comprehensive assistance from streaming experts who understand your challenges. We provide:

• Direct access to technical specialists

• Custom solution development

• 24/7 technical support

• Regular optimization reviews

Ready to Make the Switch?

Begin your journey to better streaming today with our comprehensive migration guides:

1. Visit our documentation to read the Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 Server Migration Guide and Wowza Streaming Engine to Red5 SDK Migration Guide

2. Schedule a consultation with our team.

3. Start your free Red5 Pro 30-day trial.

4. Transform your streaming infrastructure!