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SquadCast
What SquadCast is
SquadCast is an in-browser cloud recording studio for producing audio and video. It records locally and uploads recordings to the cloud as they are made, so files can be accessed through an account. The maker says Progressive Uploads save recordings continuously, with cloud backups available if a primary file is lost. Its FAQ gives audio recording quality as 48 kHz and 16-bit, and video as up to 1080p at 30 fps; the listed maximum video quality is 4K. A session supports one host and up to nine guests, who can join without an account or program download. The web app supports current versions of Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Brave, and Edge.
Plans run from Free through Business. Free provides one recording hour per editor each month, one show, one integration, and exports up to 720p with watermarks. Hobbyist, Creator, and Business increase recording hours and other allowances; Creator includes exports up to 4K. Team workspaces, backstage participation, user roles, and access permissions support group production. Listed integrations include the SquadCast API, Zapier, Descript, SavvyCal, Captivate, Camo, Dolby.io, Dropbox, and calendar integrations. SquadCast launched in 2017 and is independently funded, with headquarters in Oakland, California.
Who it suits
SquadCast suits podcasters and other audio or video creators who want to record in a browser with remote guests. Its team workspaces, roles, and permissions also fit collaborative production, while the plan limits help distinguish solo and larger-team needs.
What it does well
- Records audio and video locally while uploading files to the cloud.
- Guests can join without accounts or program downloads.
- Supports sessions with one host and up to nine guests.
- Includes team workspaces, backstage participation, roles, and permissions.
- Creator plan lists exports up to 4K.
- Integrations include Descript, Zapier, Dropbox, and calendar tools.
What to know first
- Free includes one recording hour per editor each month.
- Free exports are limited to 720p and include watermarks.
- Hobbyist costs $16.00 per month; paid plans are billed per person.
Limits
Free includes one recording hour per editor each month and one show. It allows one integration and exports up to 720p with watermarks.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 · 1 recording hr/editor/month · 1 show · 10 participants · 1 integration · exports up to 720p with watermarks | Free |
| Hobbyist | $16 per person / month; 1 person included · 10 recording hrs/editor/month · 5 shows · 10 participants · 2 integrations · watermark-free exports up to 1080p | $16 a month |
| Creator | $35 per person / month; scale to a team of 3 (billed separately) · 30 recording hrs/editor/month · unlimited shows · 10 participants · unlimited integrations · exports up to 4k | $35 a month |
| Business | $50 per person / month; for larger teams · 40 recording hrs/editor/month · unlimited shows · 10 Mainstage participants · unlimited integrations · priority support with SLA | $50 a month |
As squadcast.fm lists them, read 3 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit https://squadcast.fm/.
- Use the web app with a supported current browser: Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Brave, or Edge.
- Choose the Free plan or a paid plan: Hobbyist, Creator, or Business.
- Start a session as host and invite up to nine guests; guests do not need an account or download.
Verdict
Choose SquadCast for browser-based remote recording with local capture, progressive cloud uploads, and support for up to nine guests. Free may suit limited recording needs, while Creator offers the listed 4K exports; look elsewhere if you need a platform beyond the web app.
Questions
Does SquadCast have a free plan?
Yes. Free is listed as free, billed $0, and includes one recording hour per editor each month.
What do the paid plans cost?
Hobbyist is $16 a month, Creator is $35 a month, and Business is $50 a month. Each is billed per person per month at the listed amount.
Which platforms and browsers does it support?
SquadCast is listed for web. Its FAQ names the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Brave, and Edge.
How many people can join a session?
A session can include up to 10 people total: one host and up to nine guests. Guests can join without an account or program download.
What integrations are listed?
They include the SquadCast API, Zapier, Descript, SavvyCal, Captivate, Camo, Dolby.io, Dropbox, and calendar integrations.
Who makes SquadCast, and where is it based?
SquadCast is independently funded and headquartered in Oakland, California. It launched in 2017.
Facts from SquadCast's own pages
- Backups
- The maker says Progressive Uploads continuously auto-save recordings and that cloud backup files are available if a primary file is lost. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Browsers
- The FAQ lists the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Brave, and Edge as supported browsers. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Extra recording time
- The FAQ says additional recording time costs $5 per hour, and an active session is not interrupted when its allotted time runs out. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2017 · squadcast.fm, 28 Sept 2026
- Guest access
- Guests can join a session without an account or downloading a program. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Oakland, California, United States · squadcast.fm, 28 Sept 2026
- Integrations
- The integrations page lists the SquadCast API, Zapier, Descript, SavvyCal, Captivate, Camo, Dolby.io, Dropbox, and calendar integrations. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Launched
- The About page says SquadCast launched in 2017. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Local recording and uploads
- Audio and video are recorded locally and progressively uploaded to the cloud, where files can be accessed by logging into the account. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Maker and headquarters
- The About page identifies SquadCast as an independently funded company headquartered in Oakland, California. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Product
- SquadCast is an in-browser cloud recording studio for creating audio and video content. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Recording quality
- The FAQ states that audio is recorded at 48 kHz and 16-bit depth, and video at up to 1080p at 30 fps. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Recording-time rollover
- Unused recording time rolls over automatically up to twice the plan’s included monthly recording hours. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Session capacity
- The FAQ says a session can have up to 10 people total: one host and up to nine guests. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- The pricing page lists access to a 24-hour Support Center and email, with priority support and an SLA included on Business. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
- Team features
- The product includes team workspaces, backstage participation, user roles, and access permissions. · squadcast.fm, 3 Oct 2026
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