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Cap vs Screencastify
Both stand on screen recording software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APIExtensionLinux+4
Cap combines screen recording, editing, and browser-based sharing, with local recording and storage choices. Check plan limits carefully if you need commercial use or longer shareable links.
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Free plan ExtensionLinuxMac+2
Screencastify combines browser-based recording with sharing and team features. Free, Starter, and Pro set different recording lengths and quality limits.
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| Cap | Screencastify | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Extension, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Desktop License annual: $29 per license a year | Starter: $7 a month |
| Plans published | 12 | 4 |
| Maker | Cap | Screencastify |
| Website | cap.so | screencastify.com |
| On screen recording software | #1 of 131 | #5 of 131 |
Cap: what it does well
- Studio records locally in 4K at 60fps.
- Separate screen, camera, and microphone tracks.
- Viewers can watch share pages without an account.
- Self-hosting and S3-compatible storage are options.
What to know first
- Free plan is for personal use only.
- Free shareable links are limited to five minutes.
- Commercial usage requires a paid plan.
Screencastify: what it does well
- Captures webcam, microphone, and system audio.
- Free videos can be stored indefinitely.
- Supports link sharing with privacy controls.
- Pro includes AI editing and transcripts.
- Integrates with Google services and LMS platforms.
What to know first
- Free users can create up to 10 videos.
- Free videos are limited to 30 minutes.
- Starter and Pro are billed annually.
- Enterprise & EDU pricing is custom.
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