Side by side
FocusTake vs Motion
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 Extension
FocusTake concentrates on browser-demo capture, automatic action-based zooms, and local editing. The free tier covers basic exports, while the $39 a month one-time Pro license adds higher resolutions and use on three computers.
Visit FocusTake Free plan Windows
Motion combines capture and editing tools in a Windows desktop app, with a free tier and a paid annual option. It offers broad recording inputs and export controls, while both plans retain a watermark.
Visit MotionThe facts
| FocusTake | Motion | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Extension | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $39, paid once | Premium: $6 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | FocusTake | Not published |
| Website | focustake.dev | motion.software |
| On screen recording software | #67 of 131 | #63 of 131 |
FocusTake: what it does well
- Local recording and exports
- Automatic zoom moments from browser actions
- WebM, MP4, and GIF export
- No account required for recording
- Camera, microphone, and system audio
What to know first
- Free exports include a watermark
- Enhancements apply only to Browser Tab recordings
- No product integrations are identified
- Free plan exports up to 1080p
Motion: what it does well
- Records screen, webcam, microphone, and system audio
- Includes smart zooms and timeline editing
- Exports customizable MP4 files
- Supports cloud storage and shareable links
- Personal and commercial use permitted
What to know first
- Windows 10 and 11 only
- Free and Premium exports include a watermark
- Free plan has limited features
- Premium is billed yearly
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