Compare Loom Software and Screencastify 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (43.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 User Per Month
$0.00 1 Users Per Month
Loom
Star Rating
(2,344)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansScreencastify
Star Rating
(82)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 Users Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Loom excels in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher G2 Score, which indicates a strong preference among users for its features and performance. Many users appreciate the flexibility of recording options, allowing them to create high-quality videos with audio and face cam integration, making it ideal for client presentations and team collaborations.
- Users say that Screencastify is particularly user-friendly, with many educators highlighting its intuitive design that allows for quick and fuss-free video creation. One user mentioned, "Screencastify is so easy to use, it’s almost ridiculous," which underscores its appeal for those needing a straightforward tool for educational purposes.
- Reviewers mention that Loom offers a variety of recording modes, which enhances its usability for different projects. Users have noted that it is "an amazing screen recording tool" that supports various screen ratios and high-quality outputs, making it versatile for both personal and professional use.
- According to verified reviews, Screencastify's integration with Google Drive is a standout feature, allowing users to easily save and access their videos. One user highlighted, "I love Screencastify because it hooks up to my Google Drive," which is particularly beneficial for educators who rely on cloud storage for their materials.
- G2 reviewers report that while both tools are easy to set up, Loom has a slight edge in this area, with users appreciating its seamless onboarding process. One user noted that Loom is "easy to use and edit recorded videos," which can save time for busy professionals.
- Users say that Screencastify's ability to transform videos into audio files is a unique feature that caters to specific needs, especially for educators looking to provide flexible learning materials. This functionality is a testament to its focus on user needs, although it may not be as comprehensive as Loom's broader feature set.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Loom
Starter
$0.00
1 User Per Month
Get started with video communication. On our Starter plan, you can invite up to 10 users. Each user can enjoy 25 Loom videos (5 minutes per video), unlimited screenshots, unlimited meeting recording length, transcriptions in 50+ languages, video comments, and emoji reactions.
- Screen & cam bubble recording
- Meeting recordings
- Screenshots
Screencastify
Free
$0.00
1 Users Per Month
Create and share videos effortlessly with essential recording tools.
- Create up to 10 videos
- Record up to 30 minutes
- Upload your own videos
Free Trial
Loom
Free Trial is available
Screencastify
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
1,297
9.1
64
Ease of Use
9.3
1,504
9.2
67
Ease of Setup
9.4
687
9.0
18
Ease of Admin
9.2
310
8.8
8
Quality of Support
9.0
846
9.0
42
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
290
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
1,238
8.7
63
Features by Category
Platform Basics
9.3
916
9.4
31
9.5
1003
9.1
37
7.7
539
8.4
31
Platform Content
8.7
746
8.7
31
8.0
663
Feature Not Available
9.5
992
9.1
37
Platform Additional Functionality
8.8
791
8.9
38
8.3
705
8.0
27
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
7.5
99
Not enough data
Hosting
9.3
135
Not enough data
8.6
114
Not enough data
7.6
91
Not enough data
Management
9.1
136
Not enough data
9.3
126
Not enough data
8.9
124
Not enough data
9.2
120
Not enough data
Marketing
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
112
Not enough data
8.0
39
Not enough data
8.5
41
Not enough data
Insights
8.7
110
Not enough data
8.6
111
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.6
64
Not enough data
7.8
63
Not enough data
7.2
62
Not enough data
Platform
8.9
38
Not enough data
8.7
38
Not enough data
8.6
40
Not enough data
8.3
37
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
8.2
37
Not enough data
Security
8.6
39
Not enough data
8.9
40
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video Hosting
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.7
32
Not enough data
8.6
32
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
Customization
8.4
96
Not enough data
8.3
98
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
66
Not enough data
Organization
7.9
68
Not enough data
8.0
66
Not enough data
8.2
86
Not enough data
7.9
64
Not enough data
8.2
94
Not enough data
8.5
91
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video CMS
7.8
29
Not enough data
8.0
28
Not enough data
8.1
29
Not enough data
7.8
29
Not enough data
Video Creation
9.6
293
Not enough data
9.1
193
Not enough data
9.2
264
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Software Delivery
8.3
213
Not enough data
8.9
273
Not enough data
8.2
193
Not enough data
Analytics
8.8
270
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.5
124
Not enough data
7.1
122
Not enough data
8.1
129
Not enough data
7.0
122
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video Email
8.1
41
Not enough data
Platform Features
9.4
573
Not enough data
7.7
388
Not enough data
9.2
506
Not enough data
8.5
386
Not enough data
9.5
567
Not enough data
8.1
363
Not enough data
Organization
8.5
449
Not enough data
8.4
446
Not enough data
8.7
486
Not enough data
Customization
8.3
423
Not enough data
8.3
406
Not enough data
8.1
407
Not enough data
Analytics
8.9
492
Not enough data
8.9
471
Not enough data
8.8
477
Not enough data
Meeting Prep - AI Meeting Assistants
8.5
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.7
18
Not enough data
Meeting Automation - AI Meeting Assistants
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
Meeting Insights - AI Meeting Assistants
7.4
17
Not enough data
7.5
17
Not enough data
7.7
17
Not enough data
Accessibility - AI Meeting Assistants
8.0
17
Not enough data
8.1
17
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AI Meeting Assistants
7.6
16
Not enough data
7.7
17
Not enough data
7.1
17
Not enough data
7.7
17
Not enough data
Meeting Capture & Retention - AI Meeting Assistants
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Loom and Screencastify are categorized as Screen and Video Capture
Unique Categories
Loom is categorized as Video Email, Video Communications, Video CMS, Video Hosting, and AI Meeting Assistants
Screencastify has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Loom
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Screencastify
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
21.1%
Marketing and Advertising
13.2%
Information Technology and Services
11.6%
Accounting
3.1%
Consulting
3.1%
Other
47.9%
Information Technology and Services
28.2%
Primary/Secondary Education
24.4%
Civic & Social Organization
7.7%
Computer Software
7.7%
Education Management
7.7%
Other
24.4%
Discussions
What is Loom software used for?
4 Comments
RR
Great platform for recording our video i personally like itRead more
Loom Alternatives
4 Comments
BS
I'm curious to know if you are talking purely about the the recording capability or the whole platform? I feel like the overall Loom service is better than...Read more
Is there any option to avoid the appearance of profile icon?
2 Comments
BS
Yes. In the desktop app. you can hover at the bottom of the circle and click the X. This isn't a just profile icon though, it's also the camera view. You...Read more
Why is sound gets muted sometimes when recording in Desktop browser?
2 Comments
ST
Are you connected to a Promethean Board or something like that? If so, try disconnecting from that and try again.Read more
Screencastify has no more discussions with answers
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