Chaturbate Review - Thousands Of Free Live Fetish Cams
No site compares to Chaturbate when it comes to the sheer number of free live cam shows. There are usually over 6,000 rooms broadcasting at any one time featuring every type of performer and show from amateurs experimenting in the bedrooms, to celebrity cam stars streaming in 4K from professional studios. Chaturbate is a freemium cam site, which means the open shows are as raunchy as they get and you won't need to spend a dime in order to see babes in their birthday suits. However, if you're looking for a particular fetish, most models will ask you to take them into a private cam show mode where they can focus all their attention on you and your preferences.
With so many options at Chaturbate, the site can seem overwhelming. The first thing you'll need to do is narrow down the rooms to the girls, guys, couples, or transgenders. You can do this by choosing one of the top gender tabs that appear above the seemingly endless gallery of snapshots. The photos are static images grabbed from a live feed. They refresh every few minutes so even if the room appears empty, it's probably just because the performer was off-cam at the moment the photo was taken.
Chaturbate is probably the first port of call for wannabe cam models. Many performers get their feet wet at Chaturbate when it comes to getting naughty in front of a cam. This has its ups and downs. On one hand, if you're looking for a fresh face, Chaturbate without a shadow of a doubt has the largest choice of new models. On the other hand, these performers are more passionate about exhibitionism than skills and are putting on a show for their kicks, as opposed to the viewers' kicks. Also, slow and sultry seduction isn't part of the game here. In fact, non-nude rooms are the exception as opposed to the norm.
However, it also has some of the kinkiest models around. Many of them like nothing more than to push boundaries. When it comes a private show, there's pretty much a no-limit mindset, but be aware, not all the hosts will enter a private show mode, with many preferring to perform for tips in their free open chat room.
The Good and The Bad
The Good
- Free fetish live cam shows
- Cheap private cam shows
- Over 6,000 rooms streaming 24/7
- HD+ and 4K enabled cam rooms
- An enormous variety of hosts
The Bad
- You often need to manually select the HD feed
- Ads clutter up the homepage
- The expensive private cam shows aren't always worth the premium. At this site, more isn't necessarily better
- Weak and cumbersome search engine
The Fetish Models
This freemium webcam platform has all types of fetish and non-fetish practicing hosts. You can find every niche here, but the problem is how to get to them. The top tags above the photos feature a small selection of kinks such as #BDSM, #Mistress, #Milk, and #Squirt. But in order to find a genre that isn't listed, you'll need to use the advanced search engine which isn't that accurate. You can type in the keyword in the search box or scroll through the results on the search page until you come to your chosen category. There will normally be a wide selection of rooms appearing as relevant options, but the majority of models add as many search tags as possible in their bios, whether they practice them or not.
If you do find a room that piques your interest, check with the performer first that a) they are devotees and skilled in the act and b) if it requires accessories or outfits, make sure they have them at hand and won't be disappearing off cam as the per-minute meter ticks away while the models goes looking.
If you're searching for a couple or threesome, even a party taking place, Chaturbate has them all as well as straight, bi and gay male models and a huge variety of transgender cam performers. Girl-on-girl action is also big here with many of the gay girls performing for their pleasure in free shows. While tipping is encouraged in order to show your appreciation for their kinky acrobatics, many do it for their kicks, using all types of toys and accessories regardless of how many people are viewing or how many tips are coming through.
Chaturbate Feature Highlights
The snapshots on the homepage feature a wealth of information. If a room is using an HD (780p) feed, a small blue HD tag is featured. If it's a level up and using HD plus (1080p) then an HD+ tag is indicated. Under the photo, there's also a number showing how many viewers are watching the action. A general rule of thumb is the higher the number of eyeballs, the hotter the show. However, it also means that you'll have very little chance of attracting the girl's attention unless you tip big, really big.
You can also change the size of the video screen. If you drag the small arrows located on the right of the video window the live image expands or decreases. You can also view the free action in a full-screen mode by selecting the full-screen icon which appears on the bottom right of the video when you hover over the image.
When it comes time to paying for a private show, many of the Chaturbate cam models let you record a copy of the show. The video is then stored in your Chaturbate account where you can access it as often as you want and rewatch the show at no additional charge. Though, check beforehand with the performer that they allow this. Not all will agree to have a recorded show.
Other Great Features Include:
- Non-PG photos and videos available to view for a small fee
- Earn free tokens by referring friends and models
- Site available in 15 languages
- Premium membership program that allows you to view the site in an ad-free mode
- Low-cost private show rates
Getting Started
As a non-registered user, you can browse around Chaturbate and enter every room without disruption. You can also text the models using the message box in their chat rooms. However, unless there are only a handful of viewers in the room, don't expect much attention if you haven't signed up to the site. The performers tend to only interact with registered users.
The registration process at Chaturbate takes no more than a few moments. The only information you need to give is a username and password of your choosing, select your gender and age. You don't even need to give an email address unless you want to opt-in to receive updates and promos from the site.
Chat Show Types & Prices
There are two basic show types at Chaturbate. The free tip-fueled performances or an exclusive 1on1 show where you pay a per-minute rate.
Free Chat
If you're looking for silent voyeurism, free chat is the way to go. Once you see a host that catches your eye, selecting the photo takes you into the live feed. Chaturbate has some of the most extreme exhibitionists online and these shows can get very wild. Many of the models use vibrating toys and sex machines. Tipping the performer tokens is the norm as a form of appreciation for what you're seeing. You don't have to tip, but some of the models will boot out freeloaders after a while.
Many hosts feature a tip menu in the room showing how many virtual tokens it takes in order for them to perform a specific act. Some also have a range of games of chance you can play for a few tokens. This can be cheaper than tipping the required amount for the act if you strike it lucky on the game.
Private Show
When it comes to some fetish fun, a Private Chat show is pretty much a necessity. Most performers won't get their kink out unless it's an exclusive session between the two of you. Fortunately, many of the models include cam-to-cam in their prices, and recently the site made changes making it quick and easy to turn a session into a 2-way visual experience. However, not all hosts are private show friendly and won't entertain in a closed show mode. Always check beforehand that they will go private with you, and make sure if you want a cam-to-cam encounter, that they're agreeable.
Prices vary for an exclusive cam session. The cheapest rooms start at just $0.60 a minute, with the average cost coming in at a very affordable $2.30 a minute.
Spy Shows
If you're curious about what a model does in private, many will let you spy on a private show they're already in with another member. You can see but not be seen or interact in any way with the performer. To see which shows are available to voyeurs, all you have to do is select the Spy Show link above the homepage's gallery of images. Rates vary and to be honest, aren't that cost-effective with many performers asking the same per-minute rate that they charge for a Private Show where you're the one that gets to call the shots.
Payment Methods
When it comes to purchasing Chaturbate tokens you can either use a major credit card, cryptocurrency, or via wire transfer, bank check, or money order. In fact, it's one of only a few sites that let you purchase site tokens by money order. Unfortunately, Chaturbate currently doesn't accept payment via a PayPal account.
- Credit or Debit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
- Money Order
- Cryptocurrency
- Bank Wire Transfer
- Certified Bank Check
If you do go the traditional route of paying by a bank transfer, certified check, or money order, the minimum purchase is $159.99. So, if you're only looking to buy a small number of tokens, you'll need to use a credit card or cryptocurrencies. The site doesn't accept personal checks.
Customer Service
One of the few downsides for a user at Chaturbate is that the site has no live 24/7 online customer service center. If you have a query there are two basic options, either using the extensive FAQ section or submitting a query via the Support link or emailing them. At the bottom of the page, the link to Support brings up a wealth of information covering almost every question. It is geared towards answering queries posed by broadcasters as opposed to viewers. You really have to go through the section carefully in order to find the relevant topics for a user.
There's no phone number listed and the email/online query box tends to be slow. You may have to wait a day or so until someone responds or even repeatedly ask the question until you get any feedback.
Membership Benefits
Many live video chat sites offer loyalty programs that give you extra benefits or freebies the more time you spend at the site in paid-for show modes. Chaturbate doesn't. This site is focused on everyday free and live shows where every viewer is on an equal footing - almost. What it does have is a Supporter Program. This is their version of a paid-for VIP membership program. It costs $19.95 a month and gives you features such as an ad-free interface, special text features in chat rooms including a special font, and the ability to private message performers.
The first month you take out a Supporter package you get 200 free tokens which is worth $20.99. Basically, it's cheaper to take out a Supporter membership subscription for a month than it is to purchase 200 tokens. You can always cancel your membership after the month period ends.
Chaturbate on Mobile Devices
Chaturbate's mobile-optimized version automatically loads when you access the platform from a smartphone, tablet, or mobile device. The first difference you'll notice is that there aren't any ads on the site. However, there aren't any search categories either apart from the option to narrow down your results to gender and the geographical location of the cam room.
Once you tap the image to enter the room, you can then change the size of the video window - even getting a full-screen view. But, when it comes to chatting to the model, the box and the keyboard then take up two-thirds of the view. You can't really see much and type at the same time.
Webcam Streaming Quality
When it comes to streaming quality, Chaturbate is up there with the best of the best premium cam sites. In fact, in some respects, it's even better. A huge number of the rooms use HD and HD+ feeds. Even before going into a room, you can see on the photo what the feed level is. But, more than that, the site also has a few unicorns. And by that we mean it's got some rooms that are streaming in 4K. Unfortunately, there's no indication which are using 4K feeds, as they appear on the snapshot as an HD+ icon. It's only when you go into the rooms and select the resolution feed manually that you'll see if 4K is an option.
The feeds though don't always come through in the highest resolution possible. Once you're in a chat room click on the icon on the bottom right of the screen (indicated in the above image) and choose your preferred feed level. If your bandwidth doesn't support HD, you can always lower the quality.
Our Readers Have Asked:
How can I find the cheapest private shows at Chaturbate?
If you go to the bottom of the homepage the last category on the right of the lower menu bar lists Private Show prices by rates. The cheapest rate starts at 6 tokens ($0.50) a minute, the highest-priced private cam show will set you back 90 tokens ($8.00) a minute. By selecting the group of 6 tokens, the page refreshes showing all the rooms that charge the minimum price per-minute.
Is Chaturbate a safe cam site?
All the fetish cam sites listed on this platform have been reviewed and verified as using state-of-the-art encryption technology protecting all information sent to and received from the video chat platform. Chaturbate is no exception. It uses DigiCert, a leading name in the online security industry to ensure data is kept under virtual lock and key.
Why won't Chaturbate let me buy tokens?
Sometimes Chaturbate won't complete a purchase if you have reached or exceeded your daily, weekly, or monthly spending limit. If you have reached the limit, the site will cut you off until the new period kicks in. In order to raise the limit, you have to contact the site via the Support link at the bottom of the homepage. You can then request a higher maximum spend.
Conclusion
When it comes to the choice of live cams - no other site comes close to the selection that Chaturbate offers. From fetish queens streaming from dugeon-like settings to the girl-next-door having some naughty fun in a bath of milk - Chaturbate has them all online right now.
The free live cam shows cover every kink, and if you're into watching more than just one model get wet and wild, it has by far and away the largest library of couples, threesomes, and groups that let you watch their wild antics at no cost at all. If, however, a private cam show is more to your taste, prices start off extremely cheap and often include cam-to-cam usage.
The only negative really that we can say about Chaturbate is the search engine doesn't do justice to the huge variety of fetishes and model types available. It can be hard to narrow down your choices to hosts that suit your particular preference. But, with so much free activity taking place, searching through the rooms isn't really a hardship that you'll mind undertaking.
