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ScreenPal alternatives

ScreenPal compared with 9 alternatives: Loom, Camtasia, Camtasia Snagit, Screencastify, Vmaker AI and 4 more.

ScreenPal has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe). 7 of the 9 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.

9 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
ScreenPalThis toolFree plan · from $4/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
LoomFree plan · from $18/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
CamtasiaFree plan · from $39/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows
Camtasia SnagitFree trial · from $39/yrTrial onlymacOS, Windows
ScreencastifyFree plan · from $7/moYesWeb, Browser extension
Vmaker AIFree plan · from $18/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Browser extension
AirtimeFree plan · from $10/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows
OBS StudioFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
ScreenRecFree plan · from $4.99/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux
Wondershare DemoCreatorFree trial · from $29.99Trial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows, Browser extension

How each one differs from ScreenPal

  1. Loom

    Screen and camera recorder for shareable video messages

    • Loom starts at $18 per user / month, billed monthly. ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • Only ScreenPal lists a web app.
    • ScreenPal also covers templates.

    Suits: Teams sharing quick recorded walkthroughs instead of scheduling a call

    Loom vs ScreenPalLoom pricing and details

  2. Camtasia

    Screen recorder and video editor for tutorials and training videos

    • Camtasia starts at $39 per year, billed yearly (Starter; Editor exports stay watermarked). ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • Only ScreenPal lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a browser extension.
    • Camtasia also covers noise cancellation.
    • ScreenPal also covers screenshots.

    Suits: Tutorials, software demos and training videos built from screen recordings

    Camtasia vs ScreenPalCamtasia pricing and details

  3. Camtasia Snagit

    Screen capture and recording tool with annotation and step guides

    • Camtasia Snagit starts at $39 per user / year, billed yearly. ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • ScreenPal has a free plan. Camtasia Snagit does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a web app.
    • Only ScreenPal lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a browser extension.

    Suits: Technical writers and support teams documenting software

    Camtasia Snagit vs ScreenPalCamtasia Snagit pricing and details

  4. Screencastify

    Browser-extension screen recorder built for classrooms and teams

    • Screencastify starts at $7 per user / month, billed annually ($19 billed monthly). ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • Only ScreenPal lists Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
    • ScreenPal also covers templates and screenshots.

    Suits: Teachers recording lessons and collecting video assignments

    Screencastify vs ScreenPalScreencastify pricing and details

  5. Vmaker AI

    AI video editor, clip maker and screen recorder in one account

    • Vmaker AI starts at $18 per month, billed yearly ($216); $24 billed monthly. ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • Only ScreenPal lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Vmaker AI also covers noise cancellation.
    • ScreenPal also covers templates and screenshots.

    Suits: Creators cutting podcasts and webinars into captioned short clips

    Vmaker AI vs ScreenPalVmaker AI pricing and details

  6. Airtime

    Camera, recording and presentation tools for video at work

    • Airtime starts at $10 per month, billed annually; $12 billed monthly. ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • Only ScreenPal lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a browser extension.
    • Airtime also covers presentations.
    • ScreenPal also covers transcription, templates, video editing and screenshots.

    Suits: People who present on Zoom, Teams or Meet and want camera control

    Airtime vs ScreenPalAirtime pricing and details

  7. OBS Studio

    Free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming

    • OBS Studio is free. ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • Only OBS Studio lists a Linux app.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a web app.
    • Only ScreenPal lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a browser extension.

    Suits: Live streamers who want detailed control of scenes, sources and audio

    OBS Studio vs ScreenPalOBS Studio pricing and details

  8. ScreenRec

    Desktop screen recorder and screenshot tool with instant share links

    • ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly. ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a web app.
    • Only ScreenPal lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only ScreenPal lists a browser extension.

    Suits: Teams that need the same recorder on Windows, Mac and Linux

    ScreenRec vs ScreenPalScreenRec pricing and details

  9. Wondershare DemoCreator

    Screen recorder and video editor for tutorials and demos

    • Wondershare DemoCreator starts at $29.99 per quarter, $59.99 per year, or $79.99 one-time for a perpetual license. ScreenPal starts at $4 per month, paid annually (Solo Deluxe).
    • ScreenPal has a free plan. Wondershare DemoCreator does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only ScreenPal lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Wondershare DemoCreator can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Wondershare DemoCreator also covers noise cancellation.

    Suits: Teachers and trainers recording lessons, tutorials and presentations

    Wondershare DemoCreator vs ScreenPalWondershare DemoCreator pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in ScreenPal

  • The free plan limits each recording to 15 minutes and hosting to 10 videos.
  • ScreenPal AI, including text-based editing and the AI video generator, needs Solo Max or a team plan.
  • Listed prices are for annual payment; monthly subscriptions are offered at a higher rate.
  • Team Business requires at least 3 creators, and SAML SSO and team management are limited to team plans.
ScreenPal pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to ScreenPal?

The alternatives to ScreenPal in this directory are Loom, Camtasia, Camtasia Snagit, Screencastify, Vmaker AI, Airtime, OBS Studio, ScreenRec and Wondershare DemoCreator. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with ScreenPal.

Is there a free alternative to ScreenPal?

Yes. OBS Studio is free to use. Loom, Camtasia, Screencastify, Vmaker AI, Airtime and ScreenRec have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which ScreenPal alternatives work on Linux?

The ScreenPal listing does not include a Linux app. OBS Studio and ScreenRec list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to ScreenPal?

OBS Studio is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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