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ScreenPal

Low-cost screen recorder, video editor and hosting service, formerly Screencast-O-Matic.

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About ScreenPal

ScreenPal is the current name of Screencast-O-Matic, a long-standing recorder popular in schools and with small businesses. It records the screen and webcam, includes a simple video editor and screenshot tool, and hosts videos with sharing links, quizzes and basic analytics. The free plan allows unlimited recordings but caps each one at 15 minutes and limits the number of hosted videos. Paid individual plans are among the cheapest in the category and remove the time limit, unlock the full editor and stock library, and add AI features such as auto-captions and filler word removal on the top tier. Team and education plans add central management. It runs on Windows, Mac, Chromebook, iOS and Android, with no account required to start recording. The interface is functional rather than slick, and the hosting and interactivity features are less advanced than dedicated sales video platforms, but it is good value for teachers and anyone recording tutorials regularly.

Best for: Teachers and small teams who want an inexpensive recorder with editing and hosting.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Very low-priced paid plans
  • Recorder, editor, screenshots and hosting in one
  • Works on Chromebooks and mobile as well as desktops

Why people leave

  • Free plan caps recordings at 15 minutes
  • Interface feels dated next to newer tools
  • Analytics and sales features are basic

Top ScreenPal alternatives

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  1. 1Screencastify logo
    Screencastify

    Chrome-based recorder with strong classroom features and Google integration.

    66.5
  2. 2Loom logo
    Loom

    More polished async video sharing for workplace teams.

    62.6
  3. 3Camtasia logo
    Camtasia

    A much deeper editor for professional training videos.

    59.6
  4. 4OBS Studio logo
    OBS Studio

    Free with no recording limits if you can do without hosting.

    57.2
  5. 5Jumpshare logo
    Jumpshare

    Business-focused recorder with instant links and file sharing.

    55.3

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ScreenPal: common questions

Is ScreenPal free?

ScreenPal has a free plan and paid plans. Free plan: 15-minute recording limit (checked on ScreenPal's own site).

Is ScreenPal open source?

No, ScreenPal is not open source. Open-source alternatives include OBS Studio.

What platforms does ScreenPal run on?

ScreenPal is available for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and Web.

What are the best alternatives to ScreenPal?

The highest-ranked ScreenPal alternatives right now are Screencastify, Loom and Camtasia. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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