At a glance
| Tool | Best for | Free plan | Paid from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solo founders, freelancers, support & small teams who record in Chrome | No watermark · 5-min clips · 720p · 200 MB | $5/mo — AI transcripts, password links, chapters, uploads | |
| Loom | Teams that need desktop/mobile recording or enterprise procurement | 25 videos · 5-min clips | $12.50/mo (Business) — transcripts, privacy controls |
| Screencastify | Teachers and classrooms that want in-video quizzes and polls | 10 videos · 30-min clips · watermark | $7/mo Starter · $10/mo Pro (AI features) |
| Vidyard | Sales teams that need HubSpot/Salesforce workflows and in-video CTAs | Basic recording & hosting · watermark | From ~$59/user/mo |
Competitor pricing and free-plan limits as of June 2026 — always check each vendor’s site for current terms.
The rundown
The browser-first recorder that gives individuals the premium workflow at an individual’s price.
Best for: Solo founders, freelancers, support & small teams who record in Chrome
- No watermark on the free plan
- AI transcripts, password-protected links, and link expiry at $5/month
- Chapters and click highlights keep longer videos watchable
- Auto-save recordings to your own Dropbox, Drive, or Box
- No desktop or mobile app — it’s a Chrome extension
- Newer product with a smaller integration list
The category leader, with native desktop and mobile apps and broad enterprise support.
Best for: Teams that need desktop/mobile recording or enterprise procurement
- Native Mac, Windows, iOS & Android apps
- Mature, polished, widely recognized by recipients
- Deep enterprise features (SSO/SCIM, Atlassian ecosystem)
- Business tier is $12.50/mo — transcripts & link privacy live there
- Free plan caps you at 25 videos
- No chapters
A Chrome-based recorder with a strong foothold in education.
Best for: Teachers and classrooms that want in-video quizzes and polls
- Generous 30-minute free recording length
- Purpose-built education features (quizzes, polls)
- Records right in Chrome
- Watermark + 10-video cap on the free plan
- AI transcripts are on the $10/mo Pro tier
- No password-protected links
Sales-focused video with CRM integrations and engagement analytics.
Best for: Sales teams that need HubSpot/Salesforce workflows and in-video CTAs
- Native CRM integrations (HubSpot, Salesforce)
- Custom in-video CTAs and forms
- Built around a sales motion
- Paid plans start around $59/user/month
- Overkill if you just want record-and-share
- Watermark on free videos
How to pick
Start from how you work, not from a feature list. If you live in the browser and want the premium workflow — transcripts, private links, chapters — without a team-sized bill, ClipCast is built for exactly that. If you need native desktop and mobile apps, stay on Loom. If you teach, Screencastify’s quizzes are worth it. If you run a sales org on a CRM, Vidyard earns its price. The honest move: try the one that fits in an afternoon — they all have free plans — and keep the one you actually reach for.
Frequently asked
What is the best free Loom alternative?+
If you record in Chrome, ClipCast is the closest free alternative that doesn’t put a watermark on your videos — it covers one-click recording, a camera bubble, and instant share links for free. Screencastify’s free plan allows longer 30-minute recordings but adds a watermark and caps you at 10 videos.
Why do people look for a Loom alternative?+
Usually price and plan gating: the transcripts, link privacy, and analytics many people want sit in Loom’s $12.50/month Business tier, and the free plan is capped at 25 videos. Alternatives like ClipCast unlock those features at $5/month.
Can I move my existing Loom videos to an alternative?+
Yes. Download your videos from Loom as MP4, then upload them into the new tool. ClipCast’s upload feature (Pro) gives each one the same player, share link, and AI transcript as a native recording.
Do I need a desktop app to record my screen?+
Not anymore. Browser-based recorders like ClipCast and Screencastify run as Chrome extensions and capture your tab, a window, or your whole screen without installing a desktop app. Loom is the option to keep if you specifically need native desktop or mobile recording.
More reading: ClipCast vs Loom · How to record your screen in Chrome · Full pricing