# cardstream - Real-time trading card identification

> Real-time trading card identification

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url: "https://www.scrolllaunch.com/products/cardstream"
website: "https://cardstream.ai"
tier: free
upvotes: 0
reviews: "none published yet · https://www.scrolllaunch.com/products/cardstream/reviews"
launch_week: 2027-W01
launched: "Week 1, 2027"
categories: Other
tags: "card identification, live streaming, open source"
pricing: Open Source
maker: Michal Lukáč
created: 2026-10-07
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## About cardstream

cardstream identifies trading cards live as they appear on your stream. Designed for streamers and sellers on platforms like Whatnot and Fanatics Live, it recognizes cards instantly—no waiting, no scanning. Just point your camera and get immediate feedback on the card's name, set, and confidence level.

This open-source tool connects to the Ximilar API or allows you to use your own identification system. It efficiently reduces API calls to one per distinct card, not per frame, making it ideal for high-volume streaming. Whether you're using a webcam, RTSP, or OBS, cardstream integrates seamlessly into your existing setup without the need for extensive engineering.

With cardstream, you maintain control over your data and infrastructure. It’s built for both individual streamers and card shops, providing a robust solution for live commerce and collection cataloging. Plus, it’s self-hosted, so you avoid platform fees and subscription costs.

## Overview

### Who is it for?

Streamers and sellers of trading cards.

### Problem

Streamers struggle to identify trading cards quickly and accurately during live shows, leading to delays and viewer frustration.

### Solution

cardstream provides real-time identification of trading cards as they enter the frame, allowing streamers to engage their audience without interruptions. It minimizes API calls, ensuring efficient operation during high-paced streams.

### What makes it unique

Unlike traditional card recognition services, cardstream operates on a one-call-per-card basis, drastically reducing unnecessary API calls. It’s open-source, allowing users to self-host and customize their identification systems without subscription fees.

## Use cases

1. [Live card identification](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/live-card-identification)
2. [Stream analysis](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/stream-analysis)
3. [Card tracking](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/card-tracking)
4. [Real\-time recognition](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/use-cases/real-time-recognition)

## Details

### Pricing model

- [Open Source](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/pricing-models/open_source)

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### Platforms

- [Web](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/platforms/web)

### Tech stack

- [Python](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/tech/python)

### Tags

`#card identification` · `#live streaming` · `#open source`

### Keywords

- [trading card identification](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/keywords/trading-card-identification)
- [live streaming tool](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/keywords/live-streaming-tool)
- [open source card recognition](https://www.scrolllaunch.com/keywords/open-source-card-recognition)

## cardstream alternative to

- Whatnot
- Fanatics Live
- Ximilar

## Media

![cardstream logo](https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1791384179/scrolllaunch/products/product_6ac634a065cefd48fe253ad0_1791384179369_ikqwv7.png)

## Links

- Website: https://cardstream.ai
- GitHub: https://github.com/Ximilar-com/cardstream
- Reviews: https://www.scrolllaunch.com/products/cardstream/reviews

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