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At a Glance
Animoto
Animoto
Star Rating
(94)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (57.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free per month (billed annually)
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ScreenPal
ScreenPal
Star Rating
(133)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 Creator Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that ScreenPal offers a more comprehensive set of features, making it a go-to choice for users who need robust video editing capabilities. Users appreciate the ability to enhance videos with text, images, and zoom effects, which adds a professional touch to their projects.
  • According to verified reviews, Animoto stands out for its user-friendly interface, particularly praised by educators and non-profit users. Reviewers highlight its attractive dashboard and extensive library of royalty-free music, making it ideal for creating engaging presentations and social media content.
  • Users say that ScreenPal excels in customer support, with many noting the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. This aspect is crucial for users who may encounter challenges during their video editing process, ensuring they have assistance when needed.
  • Reviewers mention that Animoto's ease of use is a significant advantage, especially for those new to video editing. Users have found it easy to create videos without extensive training, which is particularly beneficial for educators looking to produce content quickly.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that ScreenPal's recent updates and features are well-received, with users appreciating the intuitive layout that allows them to navigate the software effortlessly. This responsiveness to user needs contributes to a more satisfying overall experience.
  • According to recent feedback, while Animoto has a strong appeal for its simplicity and visual presentation capabilities, it has seen a decline in recent reviews, indicating potential concerns about its ongoing development and feature updates compared to the more actively reviewed ScreenPal.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Animoto
Personal
Free
per month (billed annually)
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ScreenPal
Free
$0.00
1 Creator Per Month
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Free Trial
Animoto
Free Trial is available
ScreenPal
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
82
9.1
105
Ease of Use
8.9
82
9.0
108
Ease of Setup
9.0
17
9.2
53
Ease of Admin
8.7
13
8.8
23
Quality of Support
8.2
66
8.8
72
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
13
9.1
21
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
81
8.4
103
Features by Category
Screen and Video CaptureHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
8.8
75
Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.4
72
Not enough data
9.5
73
Not enough data
8.4
65
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.8
63
Not enough data
7.8
53
Not enough data
9.7
75
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
64
Not enough data
8.3
56
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.1
17
Hosting
Not enough data
9.3
17
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Management
Not enough data
9.1
16
Not enough data
9.6
16
Not enough data
9.6
15
Not enough data
7.2
15
Marketing
Not enough data
6.3
15
Not enough data
8.3
14
Not enough data
6.9
7
Not enough data
9.2
8
Insights
Not enough data
7.9
13
Not enough data
7.6
13
Generative AI
Not enough data
5.2
7
Not enough data
5.5
7
Not enough data
4.6
8
Platform
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
6.2
7
Security
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.2
8
Agentic AI - Video Hosting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.8
7
Customization
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.1
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Organization
Not enough data
6.4
6
Not enough data
6.7
6
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.3
7
Agentic AI - Video CMS
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
23
Platform Features
Not enough data
9.8
22
Not enough data
8.3
23
Not enough data
9.3
23
Not enough data
8.5
22
Not enough data
9.8
23
Not enough data
7.9
21
Organization
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.6
22
Customization
Not enough data
8.5
21
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
8.5
20
Analytics
Not enough data
8.5
21
Not enough data
8.5
20
Not enough data
8.6
21
7.1
6
8.3
33
Editing
7.7
5
8.4
31
Not enough data
8.2
32
7.5
6
7.7
31
6.7
6
8.1
30
6.3
5
8.3
31
7.5
6
8.9
31
6.9
6
8.9
32
Platform
7.3
5
9.2
32
6.9
6
9.2
31
Not enough data
8.4
31
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
20
Not enough data
7.3
24
Agentic AI - Video Editing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Animoto
Animoto
ScreenPal
ScreenPal
Animoto and ScreenPal are categorized as Video Editing
Unique Categories
Animoto
Animoto has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Animoto
Animoto
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
57.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.7%
ScreenPal
ScreenPal
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
61.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Animoto
Animoto
Marketing and Advertising
14.1%
Information Services
8.7%
E-Learning
7.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.4%
Financial Services
5.4%
Other
58.7%
ScreenPal
ScreenPal
Marketing and Advertising
13.0%
Higher Education
13.0%
Primary/Secondary Education
9.2%
Information Technology and Services
8.4%
Education Management
8.4%
Other
48.1%
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Animoto
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ScreenPal
ScreenPal Alternatives
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Discussions
Animoto
Animoto Discussions
Is animoto free?
1 Comment
Beth F.
BF
Animoto has an unlimited free plan where you can create as many videos as you want with standard features. Videos created on the free plan do have an Animoto...Read more
How do you use Animoto for free?
1 Comment
David  G.
DG
To create short videos for clientsRead more
Monty the Mongoose crying
Animoto has no more discussions with answers
ScreenPal
ScreenPal Discussions
Is screencast O Matic free?
1 Comment
Donna L.
DL
There is a free version with some editing options but no captioning. The very reasonable-priced option allows you to add closed captions.Read more
What is Screencast-O-Matic used for?
1 Comment
Neel Kamal K.
NK
You can record the screen and webcam. Create how-to videos on software or game capture.Read more
How do you screen cast O Matic?
1 Comment
Donna L.
DL
I manage our LMS and I S-O-M to create closed-captioned how-to videos for our faculty.Read more