# Page 3 | Gumlet Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 3 - Is Gumlet the right Video Making solution for you? Explore 202 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/207067/Gumlet/reviews --- Gumlet 4.9 (202) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/207067/Gumlet/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 3 - Reviews of Gumlet ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 51-75 of 202 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Abhijit P. Director Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best tool for DRM video hosting but expensive at same time" December 14, 2024 4.0 Overall i am satisfied with my purchase of gumlet video subscription. I am looking to go longterm with this company. There is more room for improvement in terms of pricing and making it more affordable. Pros Gumlet is best platform to secure your videos with DRM protection. It has made netflix like DRM protection accessible to everyone. There are many features that i liked and i use extensively like Dynamic watermarking , domain restriction for embedding videos, customisable video player, e-learning video hosting with playlist that too is optimised for user device screen & network speed. I get to check analytics on how much video is consumed and what users area learning from stats. I am looking forward to implement gumlet in our android and ios app as well. Webhooks are another good thing to send data to our automation tool pabbly. There we send notificaitons to users regarding their progress. I have not used gumlet images tool but seen companies like 1mg using it to host images. Overall i am satisfied with gumlet video, it gives me peace of mind that my content is protected 24/7 for piracy. Top of all this, i have got gumlet appsumo lifetime deal, this has made our intry to DRM in some budget cost. Cons Gumlet has DRM protection in highest business plan only. This is very disappointing as it forces customer to buy higher plan even we doesnt have that kind of huge bandwidth or content storage requirement. Most of content creaters in eduction or other fields need to protect small amount of videos in DRM. In this use case Gumlet becomes expensive. As we received lifetime deal on appsumo, then only our cost become in some budget. Otherwise its very expensive to get DRM protection from gumlet. They should think about this and make it available in lower end plans as well. Even other players in market offering yearly plan at same price that gumlet charge for a month. Alternatives considered [VdoCipher](https://www.capterra.com/p/207966/VdoCipher/) Reason for choosing Gumlet i got lifetime deal so i prefer gumlet so that i can get good ROI by using this longeterm. Review Source AR Alexander R. Webdeveloper E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Solid and good alternative to Vimeo" December 1, 2025 5.0 Coming from Vimeo Plus, I actually made the steps to move to Gumlet before Vimeo suddenly increased the amount of space in their Plus subscription. As I was already in midst of moving files and embeds over to Gumlet, I continued and honestly the process was pretty easy. For me, it's a good alternative to Vimeo. Pros \- Clear interface, easy to use. - Uploading was excellent, especially with the multiple import options for bulk import. - Not unique to Gumlet, but the ability to customize the (majority) look and feel of the player is great, especially with custom logo and color set. Cons \- Maybe I'm overseeing things, but I miss the option to organize the video's in multiple directories within a single directory (with parent > child directories). - The player itself does not seem to be localized, the controls seem to be fixed to English. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Limitations in storage in Vimeo Plus subscription Review Source VS Vikas S. Digital Marketing Strategist Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Powerful Video Delivery Platform That Elevates Streaming Performance" December 4, 2025 5.0 This platform offers super quick playback, smart streaming that adjusts to your connection, and top-notch content protection. It's perfect for brands looking to deliver smooth 4K content without any annoying buffering, along with easy-to-understand analytics and solid reliability for audiences around the world. The whole process is streamlined, making it easier for viewers to stick around and enjoy high-quality streaming. Pros Lightning fast streaming, Crystal clear 4K support, Advanced DRM protection, Adaptive bitrate streaming, Global CDN acceleration, In depth analytics, Customizable video player Cons There is a minor learning curve for advanced features. Also, more templates could help getting started faster. Switched from [YouTube](https://www.capterra.com/p/237905/YouTube/) Clean player and no ads, with superfast playback were the most compelling features Review Source AC Andre C. Founder E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Awesome alternative to Vimeo " November 26, 2025 5.0 Onboarding has been very smooth, customer support very quick to reply through the online chat, uploading videos without any issue and player easy to integrate and loads perfectly. Pros Video player UI fits perfectly into a modern website, videos load fast and customers overall love the experience. It's also very intuitive in the backend and while the cost does start to add up if you need features like DRM in general the entry point is pretty fair and it offers many types of upgrade paths (beyond plan upgrades) that don't feel so steep depending on the features you need. Cons DRM only available on Business plans so it's one of the few features that does require a bit of a steep upgrade if you need it from the get-go. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Mostly pricing right now at the current usage and also forecasting future costs. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Managing Director Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Exceptional video hosting service." January 22, 2025 5.0 I need to point out the high cost of subscribing to a monthly service just to enable DRM. However, Gumbler offers an affordable video hosting service with built-in DRM. This eliminates the need for third-party services and saves a significant amount of money. Additionally, the fast loading speeds mean there is no extra stress on my website server and hosting. This is truly a deal you shouldn't miss. It's one of the best all-in-one video hosting and DRM solutions available right now. Pros The CDN and hosting speed for the video courses are extremely fast, which enables my students to learn without technical hindrance. Another point to consider is that most video hosting services tend to limit their service by storage space. However, Gamlet uses time duration as a measurement. I believe this is a better approach because it allows me to always upload videos at the highest quality without concerns. Using duration as a metric is a much better option than having to sacrifice and compromise on quality. Cons If we could customize and desgin our playlist page, that will be awesome! Switched from [bunny.net](https://www.capterra.com/p/235247/bunnynet/) Gumlet is a much better deal, as I have unlimited bandwidth. Review Source JS Jerry S. Founder E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Personal video repository with customised controls" December 5, 2025 5.0 Its an enterprise grade video hosting tool which is not for those who are not going to be seriously investing in creating and publishing videos for a living. If you are, this could be harnessed well. Pros Its a great back up from relying fully on YouTube, which is a huge fear for most creators who depend on it to send out their offers. Cons wish their subscribers feature on running channels was more affordable. Apart from that, there is very little to fault them with much. Switched from [Wave.video](https://www.capterra.com/p/172640/Wave-video/) Found it buggy sometimes, and reliability is crucial for marketing. Review Source TH Terry H. Owner Media Production Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Show your protected videos quickly but wish for more protection" March 5, 2025 4.0 Like how it fills the gap for most video and image hosting usage and it's fast to load and the customer support is responsive. Pros Ease of use, the UI is easy to understand and support is awesome! You can upload, protect and live a video within minutes! Cons While they protect the popular Google Widevine and Apple Fairplay DRM with dynamic watermarking, wish there are more protection like forensic watermarking and multilayered drms. Review Source AK Akhilesh K. Founder E-Learning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Streamlined Video Optimisation" November 25, 2024 5.0 Overall, I like Gumlet performance in prioritizing speed, performance, and simplicity but found it wanting in more advanced functionality. Pros The interface is very intuitive and made my process of uploading, hosting and optimising very smooth. Besides that, I love their customisable player and really fast CDN. Cons I found some of the advanced video marketing tools missing like email gating and lead form captures which are available in some other similar services. Alternatives considered [VdoCipher](https://www.capterra.com/p/207966/VdoCipher/) Reason for choosing Gumlet Gumlet proved to be more cost effective for same feature set. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Gumlet was more cost effective and provided security features like DRM. Review Source BW Brad W. Consultant Photography Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Easy Video Sharing" December 4, 2024 5.0 I found Gumlet to be very affordable compared to other services and that the way they organize clips helped me organize my collection Pros Gumlet makes is convenient to upload and share video material. I like that I can just drag and drop a clip and in a few minutes have a viewing page that I can share with a client or if I choose to do so an embed code for a website. Cons I found the streaming resolution can be reduced at times especially at the very start of a clip but once it starts playing the quality is very good. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) We switched because of the cost of Vimeo because of this. Review Source Mohamed A. Events Manager Financial Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A Game-Changing Solution for Video Streaming and Optimization" February 8, 2025 5.0 Gumlet Video has proven to be a robust and efficient video streaming solution that effectively addresses common streaming challenges while offering significant cost savings . Pros I transitioned from Vimeo seeking better optimization and cost efficiency, and Gumlet has delivered impressively. The platform's AI-powered optimization achieves up to 30% bandwidth savings without compromising video quality. The global CDN delivery ensures consistent streaming quality .Also, the security features are comprehensive, including SOC2 and GDPR compliance, along with 128-bit storage encryption. The analytics suite provides detailed insights into viewer engagement and performance metrics, which has been invaluable for our decision-making process. Cons The learning curve is steeper compared to more user-friendly platforms like Vimeo. The technical documentation, while comprehensive, can be overwhelming for newcomers. The platform lacks some basic social integration features, which might be important for some users. The pricing structure, though potentially more cost-effective, requires careful analysis to understand the best fit for specific use cases. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Simply the platform delivers, with more cost effectiveness Review Source PI Paolo I. Creative Director Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Reliable video hosting with top-notch security" November 26, 2024 5.0 A lot of the websites my web design agency creates feature fullscreen background videos, which can use up massive amounts of bandwidth, especially on high-traffic sites. Gumlet takes care of this by hosting and streaming the videos efficiently. Plus, it protects your media and is fully GDPR compliant, which is a huge priority for my agency. Pros What I love most about Gumlet, and the main reason I chose it, is its DRM encryption. I run a web design agency that offers video editing as part of our services. A while back, I discovered that another website was using a video we had created for one of our clients. Another designer had downloaded the video straight from my client’s site and used it for their own project without permission. To make matters worse, they didn’t even bother renaming the file, which made it extremely obvious the video had been stolen. My client sent them a cease-and-desist letter, and they took it down right away, but the experience left me worried. How many other designers could be using our videos without us knowing? That’s why Gumlet has been a game changer for me. With its DRM encryption, I can rest easy knowing our videos are protected and can’t be downloaded or used by others. It’s peace of mind. Cons Honestly, nothing at all. The dashboard is super intuitive, and if you ever have questions or need help with something, the support team is always quick to respond. Switched from [YouTube](https://www.capterra.com/p/237905/YouTube/) Gumlet offers DRM encryption and custom branding. Review Source K.A. G. Educator E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Game-Changing Video Hosting for Educators" December 2, 2024 5.0 Gumlet has been a fantastic solution for hosting and delivering my educational videos. Its features save time, improve the learning experience, and integrate seamlessly with my platform. Pros I love the adaptive streaming for smooth playback and the ability to add call-to-action buttons and chapters, which makes my educational content interactive and engaging. Cons The analytics could be more detailed and customizable for tracking student engagement more effectively. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Vimeo is too expensive and too restricting Review Source JA Joshua A. Creator Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great replacement for Vimeo " December 4, 2024 5.0 Pretty satisfied as a Vimeo and YouTube replacement Pros I appreciate the clean player page and all the customization options for the page and player. Cons CTA placement on videos could use some usability help but CTA works well. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/)[YouTube](https://www.capterra.com/p/237905/YouTube/) Not enough features for the price point. Vimeo has playback issues on android phones Review Source JF Jad F. Founder Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "An affordable alternative to Vimeo " November 24, 2025 5.0 Pros It’s reliable and robust plus it’s much cheaper than Vimeo. I can embed my videos anywhere without any worries. Cons Nothing I don’t like so far. If the team keeps innovating and updating their product then I will keep using it. Review Source DB Damien B. CEO E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Gumlet good for DRM to reduce piracy." November 25, 2024 5.0 Uploaded video, looked and url options, such as embed in WordPress. Pros Digital Rights Management reduces the chance of piracy of my videos. Cons When you want to replace a video the only option is to upload from a HDD, alternatively delete & start again. Alternatives considered [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Reason for choosing Gumlet AppSumo was offering a good deal for Tier 6 for Gumlet. Review Source AS Ayokunle S. VP of Programming Motion Pictures and Film Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A Serious New Leader in Professional Streaming Video" December 17, 2024 5.0 Excellent customer service, frequent updates, a dev team with clear vision, and a price which small businesses can grow with. Gumlet is a serious new leader in the world of professional streaming video. Pros Loved: 1. Complete control over onboarding video. 2. Both DRM and non-DRM solutions for content protection. 3. The ability to customize the media player for different use cases. Cons Need work: 1. A better drill down on analytics on each media player (there are more options per title than per media player) 2. A better UX/UI experience for the channels Review Source JS Jason S. Owner Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great program with a bright future. " November 29, 2024 5.0 We have just began the transition from Vimeo to Gumlet and believe the abilities and user interface is more pleasing. Pros It has a robust ability in a very organized fashion to store various videos the user interface is very clean and intuitive. Cons It would be unfair for me to say anything in detail as I am still implementing this platform into our business. If I had to mention anything it would be to aware as with most software, there is a bit of a learning curve. Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Pricing and user ability. Also the DRM is caution to protest our content. Review Source BC Bruno C. Creator Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Gumlet lets you improve your video quality experience by 1000%!" December 7, 2024 5.0 It's been a game changer. My audience is happy, so I'm happy. No complaints about infinite loops when buffering video, and I feel safe with my videos being protection with the additional Digital Rights Management (DRM) layer of security. Pros What I like the most about Gumlet is that it allows so much customization in order to better serve your audience, and at the same time protect your video content from the ones with less good intentions. Cons I have to be totally honest here. So far there's nothing I can say I dislike about Gumlet. It serves all my currents needs well and beyond. Switched from [YouTube](https://www.capterra.com/p/237905/YouTube/) I've switched from Youtube (Unlisted) to Gumlet, mainly because of speed limitations at YT and DRM security. Review Source JH John H. Executive VP Management Consulting Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Gumlet: A Reliable and Efficient Video Hosting Solution" December 2, 2024 4.0 Gumlet is primarily used as a video hosting and streaming platform, which offers a user-friendly and efficient solution for managing video content. Pros Simplifies the process of video management and hosting, eliminating technical difficulties related to traditional video hosting methods. Cons Limited player customization hindering branding preferences. Review Source UK Ujwal K. Owner Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Simple Video Hosting Investment You will not Regret " December 21, 2024 5.0 It has been good and it is a good reliable replacement for Vimeo. Pros All the Anti Piracy Stuff that keeps our videos Safe. The Videos Loads up fast as per my experience, which is uncommon with video hosting platforms in this segment. Cons Ability to Add CTAs on video is missing. Doesn't have much tracking ability for someone running a VSLs Switched from [Vimeo](https://www.capterra.com/p/122348/Vimeo-Pro/) Cheaper Price, great performance, I also like the DRM feature which Vimeo Does not have Review Source DD Dave D. Principal E-Learning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Gumlet is a great option for B2B and B2C video delivery" December 1, 2024 5.0 Very easy to use and on auto-pilot once implemented. Pros Gumlet adapts media for different devices, creating optimized versions automatically and handling all of the bandwidth detection. The detailed analytics are also a great bonus, allowing us to monitor performance and make data-driven improvements. Cons It would be nice to see the addition of some marketing-centric features. Review Source SF Sonny F. Owner Creative Director Media Production Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "The Finest, The Best Video Hosting company Period!" November 29, 2024 5.0 My overall experience has been great so far Pros Ease of and they solve all my digitalvdeo hosting Cons Cant think of anything they check all my boxes Review Source CB Christopher B. Pastor Religious Institutions Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A great video saving and distribution tool" February 3, 2025 5.0 It is pretty easy to use and there are aspects I am still learning, but a nice tool overall. Pros It is a great way to save and share videos. Cons It can be finicky when wanting to allow others access to download. Review Source GM Gábor M. Chemist Chemicals Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "I found Gumlet. The DRM technology and the digital watermark will protect my online courses!" January 2, 2025 5.0 I made a test. I upload a video sample to my Gumlet dashboard. After I turned on the DRM protection and the dynamic watermark. After I tried many popular screenrecorder recording the played video sample. And guess what? The whole screen was grey colour. So this technology work!!! I am happy now. Pros The DRM (Digital Rights Management) and the dynamic watermarking. Cons The Gumlet has a YouTube tutorial channel, although the last helpful content uploaded in 2023 Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Project Lead Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Suitable Alternative to Vimeo and Other Streaming Services" January 7, 2025 5.0 It has been decent so far, the support is responsive Pros Provides an incredible affordable video hosting and streaming solution Cons I would like to see a better more intuitive UI, making it easier to navigate and work with videos within the platform. As well, better implementation of webhooks and native integrations with automation solutions. 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