ScreenPal (formerly Screencast-O-Matic) is a screen recording and video editing platform that enables individuals and teams to create instructional videos, product demos, and communication content with screen capture, webcam recording, and built-in editing tools. It serves educators, trainers, customer support teams, and remote workers who need to quickly create and share videos without professional video production setup. ScreenPal offers cloud hosting with shareable video links and analytics.
Screenpal
Screen recording and video editing for educators and teams.
Best for: Educators and trainers who need screen recording with video editing tools to create instructional content.
- Free plan
4.3/5 ratingEditorial score 82/100screenpal.com
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Free (15 min)
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Editorial score82/100
The editorial note
What to know about Screenpal
Is it right for you?
Who Screenpal suits
Choose it if
- Educators and trainers who need screen recording with video editing tools to create instructional content.
Look elsewhere if
- Teams focused on async communication and quick video messages — Loom's streamlined recording, viewer reactions, and modern interface are better optimized for team video messaging workflows
What you get
Key features
- Screen and webcam recording
- Online video editor
- Cloud video hosting
- Auto captions and transcription
- Video analytics
- Custom branding
- Interactive quizzes
- Team workspace
Works with
Integrations8
What it costs
Pricing
| Plan | Price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free (15 min)Billed monthly | Screen recordings up to 15 minutes, unlimited recordings, basic editing, basic hosting |
| Deluxe | $3 / monthBilled monthly | Unlimited recording time, no watermark, captions, cloud storage 5GB, custom branding |
| Business | $8 / monthBilled monthly | Everything in Deluxe plus team workspace, analytics, integrations, 25GB storage |
Prices are recorded from the vendor's public pricing page and can change. Check before you buy.
The trade-off
Pros and cons
Pros
- Affordable pricing — plans start at $3/month for individuals, much cheaper than Loom Premium
- Screen and webcam recording with simple editing tools cover most instructional video needs
- Cloud hosting with shareable links and viewer analytics included in all paid plans
- Captions and transcription generation automate accessibility for educational content
- Online Video Editor enables trimming, overlays, and annotations without desktop software
Cons
- Free plan adds ScreenPal watermark and limits recording length — paid plan required for professional use
- Less polished user experience compared to Loom's newer interface and viewer engagement features
- Limited collaboration features compared to video platforms designed for team workflows
- Not ideal for asynchronous team communication — Loom is better purpose-built for this use case
Quick read
At a glance
- Category
- Video & Audio
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Entry plan
- Free (15 min)
- Free plan
- Available
- Free trial
- Not listed
- Website
- screenpal.com
The verdict
Our take on Screenpal
The best affordable screen recording tool for education — built-in editor and LMS integrations creating complete instructional video workflow.
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