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IRLHost vs Belabox Cloud: Which IRL Streaming Relay Is Right for You?

March 21, 2026

Cloud Relay vs Cloud Relay

This comparison is about Belabox Cloud — the subscription-based relay service — versus IRLHost. Both are cloud relay services. Neither requires hardware, and neither sends your stream directly to Twitch or Kick — your OBS at home does that.

The flow for both: Phone/encoder → Relay → Your OBS at home → Twitch/Kick

And if you already own Belabox hardware: IRLHost works with it perfectly. You can use your Belabox device as your encoder and IRLHost as your relay. They are not mutually exclusive.

SRTLA Bonding and H.265

IRLHost supports SRTLA bonding — combining multiple connections (WiFi + mobile data) server-side for maximum stability. IRLHost is also codec-agnostic — it relays H.265 streams from your encoder without modification, so if your phone and app support HEVC you get better quality at lower bitrates automatically.

Belabox Cloud supports SRTLA bonding, optimised for Belabox hardware. H.265 support — check their documentation.

Hosting Location

IRLHost runs in EU, US, and Asia on 100% green energy. Belabox Cloud uses a global network.

Encoder Compatibility

IRLHost works with any SRT-compatible encoder — Moblin, IRL Pro, Larix, Belabox hardware, OBS Studio, FFmpeg, and more. Belabox Cloud is optimised for Belabox hardware but also supports other encoders.

Built-in Features

IRLHost includes NOALBS automatic scene switching, Twitch and Kick chat commands, real-time stream health monitoring, and the IRLHost Link desktop app — all included at €11.99/month + VAT.

Belabox Cloud focuses on bonding and remote encoder management via their app. Scene switching and chat commands are not included.

Affiliate Program

IRLHost offers 20% commission on referrals. Belabox Cloud does not have a comparable program.

Which Should You Choose?

Choose IRLHost if:

You want SRTLA bonding, H.265, scene switching, chat commands, and stream monitoring in one package
You use any encoder — Moblin, IRL Pro, Belabox hardware, or anything SRT-compatible
You want an affiliate program
You want transparent pricing at €11.99/month + VAT

Consider Belabox Cloud if:

You are heavily invested in the Belabox ecosystem and want everything from one provider
You primarily want remote encoder management via the Belabox app

Can You Use Belabox Hardware with IRLHost?

Yes — and many streamers do. Use your Belabox device as the encoder and point it at IRLHost as your relay. You get Belabox hardware bonding on the encoder side and IRLHost's full feature set on the relay side.