Screen Recording & Video
Screen recording and video tools for Mac
38 of the 53 screen recording and video tools in this directory list a Mac app.
27 of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LoomScreen and camera recorder for shareable video messages | Free plan · from $18/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| TellaScreen recorder with a built-in editor, layouts and 4K export | Free trial · from $13/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| DescriptAudio and video editor that works by editing the transcript | Free plan · from $16/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Screen StudioMac screen recorder with automatic zooms and cursor smoothing | From $9/mo | No | macOS |
| CleanShot XMac screenshot and screen recording app with a one-time license | From $35 one-time | No | macOS |
| RiversideRemote recording studio for podcasts and video interviews | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| OBS StudioFree, open-source software for video recording and live streaming | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| CapCutVideo and photo editor with effects, auto captions and AI tools | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| CamtasiaScreen recorder and video editor for tutorials and training videos | Free plan · from $39/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows |
| VimeoAd-free video hosting with a customizable player and review tools | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| DaVinci ResolveVideo editing, color, effects and audio post-production in one app | Free plan · from $94.99 | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS |
| Adobe PremiereProfessional video editor for desktop, with a free mobile app | Free plan · from $22.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Final Cut ProApple's professional video editor for Mac and iPad | Free trial · from $12.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| iMovieApple's free video editor for iPhone, iPad and Mac | Free | Free | macOS, iOS |
| Camtasia SnagitScreen capture and recording tool with annotation and step guides | Free trial · from $39/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| Wondershare FilmoraDesktop and mobile video editor with AI tools and a stock library | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| VidyardVideo messaging, AI avatars and video hosting for sales teams | Free plan · from $59/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| ScreenPalScreen recorder, video editor and video hosting in one low-cost suite | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| ZightScreen recordings, screenshots and GIFs shared as instant links | Free plan · from $9.95/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| BandicamScreen, game and webcam recorder for Windows, with a Mac edition | Free plan · from $33.26/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| ScreenFlowMac screen recorder with a built-in multi-track video editor | Free trial · from $199 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| CapOpen-source screen recorder with instant share links and an editor | Free plan · from $29/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension |
| SupademoInteractive product demos, screen recordings and step-by-step guides | Free plan · from $38/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| ArcadeInteractive product demos and AI-generated product videos | Free plan · from $42.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| JumpshareScreen recorder with screenshots, GIFs and instant share links | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| DroplrScreenshots, screen recordings and file uploads as short links | Free trial · from $6/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| Vmaker AIAI video editor, clip maker and screen recorder in one account | Free plan · from $18/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| Movavi Screen RecorderDesktop screen recorder with webcam overlay and scheduling | Free trial · from $19.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| Wondershare DemoCreatorScreen recorder and video editor for tutorials and demos | Free trial · from $29.99 | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| FocuSeeScreen recorder that adds zooms and cursor effects automatically | Free trial · from $49.99/yr | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows |
| ScreenRecDesktop screen recorder and screenshot tool with instant share links | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Awesome ScreenshotScreenshot and screen recording extension with cloud sharing | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension |
| MonosnapScreenshot and screen recording tool with its own cloud storage | Free plan · from $2.5/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| CaptoScreen recorder, screenshot tool and video editor for Mac and Windows | Free trial · from $29.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, Windows |
| GifoxMac menu bar app for recording and converting animated GIFs | Free plan · from $14.99 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| RecordlyFree, open-source screen recorder with auto-zoom and cursor effects | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| CursorfulScreen recorder that adds zooms and pans automatically | Free plan · from $79 one-time | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| AirtimeCamera, recording and presentation tools for video at work | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows |
Common questions
Which screen recording and video tools work on Mac?
38 of the 53 screen recording and video tools in this directory list a Mac app. They are Loom, Tella, Descript, Screen Studio, CleanShot X, Riverside, OBS Studio, CapCut, Camtasia, Vimeo, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, iMovie, Camtasia Snagit and 23 more.
Which of these screen recording and video tools are free?
Loom, Descript, Riverside, OBS Studio, CapCut, Camtasia, Vimeo, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, iMovie, Wondershare Filmora, Vidyard, ScreenPal, Zight, Bandicam and 12 more are free or have a free plan.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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