Review of Stripchat
- TypeFreemium
- Video QualityUp to 1080
- C2C Supported Desktop
- online models 977
- Site CurrencyTokens
- Show Recordings Free
- Tokens Price$0.09-0.11 per token
- Average Private24 tokens/min
Stripchat is one of the largest freemium webcam platforms featuring amateur, semi-pro and professional models from around the world. Unlike many freemium sites, Stripchat is totally ad-free ensuring a clean and user-friendly interface for viewers to browse the 2,000 or so streaming rooms. It is similar to other freemium platforms, in as much as clothes are optional in the publicly accessible chat rooms, with performers pushing the boundaries if tipped enough.
Stripchat as a Platform
While a lot of the action takes place in the open chat rooms, most of the more skilled performers will refrain from going all out in their free hang-outs and will only truly become intimate in 1on1 paid-for shows. The level of these shows ranges from amateur models streaming in SD to top-in-class professional performers not only streaming in HD plus, but several offer virtual reality (VR) capabilities providing a next-generation experience.
The Models on Stripchat
The range of models is all encompassing at Stripchat, from those performing for the first time in front a lens, to those who are highly skilled experts in particular niche proclivities. Anyone can broadcast from the platform resulting in a selection of hosts covering all appearances, ethnicities and ages. The site also features a wide selection of rooms hosted by every gender, including couples and groups.
The Chat Types
Free Chat
Anyone can enter an open chat room, but you must be a registered member in order to message the performer. Some of the models actually prefer to hangout in these rooms and perform specific acts for tips as opposed to entering a 1on1 paid-for show. If you're looking for something more wild, several of the rooms are fully equipped with every type of toy and accessory and even decorated to set the mood.
Private Chat
In order to be the sole focus of a host, you'll need to pay to enter a one-on-one chat session. Rates vary for chat sessions, on average though most come in at around 24 tokens a minute. If it's to be a webcam to webcam session, some performers will ask extra - even double their rates, while others will include it in their fee. A few of the rooms offer recordable private shows where a video of your session is stored in your Stripchat account and can be re-watched at no additional cost. Almost all models require a minimum block of time spent in a private show before they'll start.
Virtual Reality Chat
Stripchat also offers a virtual reality experience. In order to participate in a VR private session, you'll need to have a VR headset and install the Gizmo VR program. Rates per minute for these shows are the same as for a regular private session.
Spy On Show
These are purely voyeur shows that let you peek into another user's private show. You cannot message, chat or use your webcam. Rates per minute are the same as if you were having a private chat with the performer. The only benefit is that you don't have to commit to a minimum block of time.
Payment methods
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Discover
- JCB
- Diners
- Maestro
- Cryptocurrencies
- Wire Transfer
- Gift Cards
- PayPal
Customer Loyalty Program
There is no customer loyalty program to speak of. The site does offer a premium (Gold) membership package that costs $20.00 a month. As a Gold member you can use chat emoticons, tip models, and enter rooms anonymously, as well as sending private messages to the performers.
Customer Support
Customer Support is somewhat lacking at Stripchat. In addition to the FAQ section, you can contact the site's admin desk via email that must be sent through the platform. However, response time is generally very quick.
Conclusion
Stripchat is one of the most popular freemium sites due to its wide and varied selection of performers, of which there are a significant number of semi-pro and professional hosts. With so much free activity taking place in the open chat rooms, unless you are looking for some quality 1on1 time, tipping the models is the most cost-effective way to view specific acts of your choosing. However, the most popular rooms can be crowded, in which case the only way to get the performers' attention is to take them into a private show.