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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$39.00 Per Year
No pricing available
Camtasia
Star Rating
(1,633)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$39.00 Per Year
Free Trial is available
Browse all 5 pricing plansFree Cam
Star Rating
(17)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Free CamSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Camtasia excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher score compared to Free Cam. Users appreciate its flexibility and user-friendly interface, making it a preferred choice for those looking to create high-quality media without extensive editing knowledge.
- Users say that Camtasia's implementation process is quick and intuitive, with many highlighting features like the drag-and-drop editing and timeline functionality that simplify video creation. In contrast, while Free Cam is noted for its ease of use, it lacks the advanced features that many users seek.
- Reviewers mention that Camtasia has a robust support system, reflected in its high ratings for quality of support. Users feel confident knowing they can access help when needed, whereas Free Cam, despite being free, does not have the same level of support infrastructure, which can be a drawback for users needing assistance.
- According to verified reviews, Camtasia is particularly favored by small businesses, with over half of its reviews coming from this segment. Users find it meets their specific needs effectively, while Free Cam, although popular among small businesses, may not offer the comprehensive features that some users require for more complex projects.
- Users highlight that Free Cam is a great option for those on a budget, as it provides essential features like audio recording and basic video editing tools for free. However, many users feel that it lacks the depth and versatility of Camtasia, which offers a more complete suite of editing tools.
- Reviewers note that while Free Cam is almost completely intuitive and allows for quick video production, Camtasia's advanced capabilities and features make it a better long-term investment for users looking to grow their video editing skills and produce more polished content.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Camtasia
Starter
$39.00
Per Year
For better screen captures
- Image capabilities:
- Capture full-screen, window, region, panoramic, and steps
- Video capabilities:
Free Cam
No pricing availableFree Trial
Camtasia
Free Trial is available
Free Cam
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.0
1,413
8.1
13
Ease of Use
9.0
1,442
8.7
13
Ease of Setup
9.3
603
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.0
262
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.8
1,003
8.8
7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
250
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
1,392
5.5
13
Features by Category
Content Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Optimization
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
Logistics
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.5
769
Not enough data
8.1
673
Not enough data
Platform Content
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.5
764
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
7.9
634
Not enough data
7.5
561
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
5.8
35
Not enough data
Platform Features
9.4
99
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.4
98
Not enough data
8.3
94
Not enough data
9.5
99
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Organization
7.5
91
Not enough data
7.3
90
Not enough data
8.2
91
Not enough data
Customization
7.8
91
Not enough data
8.5
90
Not enough data
8.4
90
Not enough data
Analytics
6.7
89
Not enough data
6.6
88
Not enough data
6.6
89
Not enough data
Editing
8.0
536
Not enough data
7.2
458
Not enough data
8.1
541
Not enough data
8.0
486
Not enough data
8.4
502
Not enough data
9.1
572
Not enough data
8.8
549
Not enough data
Platform
8.6
518
Not enough data
8.8
533
Not enough data
7.3
440
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.3
365
Not enough data
6.0
359
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video Editing
5.7
36
Not enough data
5.8
37
Not enough data
6.5
36
Not enough data
6.0
37
Not enough data
Audio
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Video
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Image
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Text
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Planning
5.9
195
Not enough data
Publishing
7.8
204
Not enough data
Social Media
7.2
202
Not enough data
Planning
5.8
207
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.7
158
Not enough data
5.5
153
Not enough data
5.4
153
Not enough data
5.3
151
Not enough data
5.4
151
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Content Creation
5.8
27
Not enough data
5.7
27
Not enough data
5.7
27
Not enough data
6.0
27
Not enough data
5.9
27
Not enough data
5.8
27
Not enough data
5.9
27
Not enough data
Video Creation - AI Video Generation
7.2
12
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
8.2
12
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.2
12
Not enough data
Generative AI - AI Video Generation
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Editing - AI Video Generation
8.3
12
Not enough data
8.5
13
Not enough data
Storage & Management - AI Video Generation
8.9
12
Not enough data
6.5
12
Not enough data
6.9
12
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
Video creation - Video Content Creation
9.2
356
Not enough data
7.4
335
Not enough data
8.0
344
Not enough data
7.7
335
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
220
Not enough data
6.6
322
Not enough data
7.0
332
Not enough data
7.7
322
Not enough data
Distribution - Video Content Creation
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.8
319
Not enough data
8.6
335
Not enough data
Analytics - Video Content Creation
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.4
306
Not enough data
Training & Support - Video Content Creation
7.4
312
Not enough data
8.0
312
Not enough data
Integrations - Video Content Creation
7.7
211
Not enough data
7.6
317
Not enough data
6.3
197
Not enough data
Other - Video Content Creation
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video Content Creation
5.9
22
Not enough data
5.7
21
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Camtasia and Free Cam are categorized as Screen and Video Capture
Unique Categories
Camtasia is categorized as Video Content Creation, AI Video Generators, Video Communications, Content Creation, and Video Editing
Free Cam has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Camtasia
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Free Cam
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
14.5%
Information Technology and Services
8.7%
Higher Education
7.0%
Marketing and Advertising
5.6%
E-Learning
5.0%
Other
59.2%
Utilities
6.7%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
6.7%
Public Safety
6.7%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.7%
Management Consulting
6.7%
Other
66.7%
Discussions
Is Camtasia easy to use?
6 Comments
RM
Obviously, if you have any video editing experience (DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, or other products), you will be able to navigate the program quite...Read more
Can you get Camtasia for free?
5 Comments
TJ
Yes you can get Camtasia for free for 30 days, which is sufficient to evaluate the product if it works for you.
You may want to check this page...Read more
What other products are using to compliment Camtasia?
4 Comments
DY
Our company also uses Finalcut pro to edit video content and Adobe audition for higher quality audio for VO and longer narration.Read more
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