Vimeo for Small Business Video is a Win in my Book!
Pros
- Quality streaming of video - few if any hiccups.
- Embed options that allow for customization of video.
- Option to limit viewing to just one domain, so users can't share the video link with others who have not paid for the content.
- Easy upload process.
Cons
- I'd like the ability to adjust the sizing of the progress bar for the videos. I recorded my videos with a profile photo that could only display in the lower left corner but when I attempted to add Vimeo's progress bar (showing how much time is left in the video) it covered the profile photo. If I'd kept that progress bar, the result would have looked unprofessional.
- I'd like the "optimization" time after the video is uploaded to be faster. However, I realize this may depend on the speed of my internet connection.
- I'd like more features in the Plus version of the service such as custom branding and lead generation options. This was included in another competitor that I tried before moving to Vimeo.
Most Important Features
- Embed options for videos after recording.
- Playback that's smooth.
- Disabling of the ability of my users to share the video links with others.
Return on Investment
- Positive ROI - the pricing is better than other comparable services with a better end result. So, the return on investment is significant since it is an inexpensive way to deliver what I need to my program users.
- Positive - their 30 day trial period is so helpful to be able to determine if this is truly a good investment for you/your business. I was able to do all that I needed to within the first 30 days for live video, then continue with keeping the embed links with the continuing monthly subscription.
- Positive - good analytics within the account (not Google Analytics with my level of subscription) so I can see how many users are viewing my videos, what devices they're on, and where they are in the world. This is all important for my business.
Alternatives Considered
Google Drive
Other Software Used
Canva, Asana, Evernote

