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Screencastify vs Volley

Both stand on video messaging software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Screencastify

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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Volley

Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2

Volley organizes asynchronous messages and group discussions across mobile, desktop, and web. The free Basic plan sets limits on recording length, message history, Space membership, and file size.

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The facts

	Screencastify	Volley
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Extension, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows	Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Starter: $7 a month	Pro Account: $10 a month
Plans published	4	6
Maker	Screencastify	Not published
Website	screencastify.com	volleyapp.com
On video messaging software	#13 of 29	#17 of 29

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.

Volley: what it does well

Supports video, audio, screen recordings, and files.
Transcribes video, voice, and screen-recording messages.
Spaces organize channels and direct messages.
Available on mobile, desktop, and web.
Basic includes unlimited DMs and connections.

What to know first

Basic recordings are limited to three minutes.
Basic message history lasts 30 days.
Basic file uploads are limited to 50 MB.
Volley collects device and usage information, including IP address.

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