Alternatives
Best Free Alternatives to Loom
Loom made quick screen recordings easy to share, but its free plan limits how long and how many videos you can record. These alternatives are free or have free plans, including open-source recorders that keep the files on your own computer.
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5 free Loom alternatives
Every pick is free or has a usable free plan. Pricing and features change, so check each tool's own site before you switch.
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Create polished demo videos without editing skills on Mac, Windows and Linux.
Why it stands out: Polished demos with zero editing skills
Best for Creators, Developers, Marketers · Desktop App
- 2

An open-source screen recorder for Mac built with web technology.
Why it stands out: Free and open source
Best for Creators, Developers, Designers · Mac App
- 3

Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript.
Why it stands out: Text-based editing is dramatically faster
Best for Creators, Marketers, Freelancers · Desktop App
- 4

Browser-based video editor with subtitles, translations and AI avatars.
Why it stands out: Works entirely in the browser
Best for Creators, Marketers, Teams · Web App
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Native macOS app for pixel-perfect screenshots and screen recordings.
Why it stands out: Pixel-perfect captures with in-place annotation
Best for Creators, Professionals, Designers · Mac App
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