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Spec score 7.9 #25 of 39 in Video Podcast Software

What it is

SquadCast is an in-browser cloud recording studio for audio and video content. It records locally and progressively uploads recordings to the cloud, where account holders can access them. The maker says uploads continuously save recordings and cloud backups are available if a primary file is lost. The FAQ lists audio at 48 kHz and 16-bit depth, and video up to 1080p at 30 fps; product information also lists maximum video quality of 4K. Sessions can include one host and up to nine guests, who can join without an account or software download. Supported browsers include current versions of Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Brave, and Edge. Team workspaces, backstage participation, user roles, and access permissions support collaborative production. Listed integrations include the SquadCast API, Zapier, Descript, SavvyCal, Captivate, Camo, Dolby.io, Dropbox, and calendar integrations. Plans include Free, Hobbyist at $16.00 per month, Creator at $35.00 per month, and Business at $50.00 per month.

Spec sheet

Product
SquadCast is an in-browser cloud recording studio for creating audio and video content.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Integrations
The integrations page lists the SquadCast API, Zapier, Descript, SavvyCal, Captivate, Camo, Dolby.io, Dropbox, and calendar integrations.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Support
The pricing page lists access to a 24-hour Support Center and email, with priority support and an SLA included on Business.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Headquarters
Oakland, California, United StatesRead 28 Sep 2026 · squadcast.fm
Founded
2017Read 28 Sep 2026 · squadcast.fm
Backups
The maker says Progressive Uploads continuously auto-save recordings and that cloud backup files are available if a primary file is lost.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Browsers
The FAQ lists the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Brave, and Edge as supported browsers.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
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.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Guest access
Guests can join a session without an account or downloading a program.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Launched
The About page says SquadCast launched in 2017.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
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.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Maker and headquarters
The About page identifies SquadCast as an independently funded company headquartered in Oakland, California.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
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.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Recording-time rollover
Unused recording time rolls over automatically up to twice the plan’s included monthly recording hours.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Session capacity
The FAQ says a session can have up to 10 people total: one host and up to nine guests.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Team features
The product includes team workspaces, backstage participation, user roles, and access permissions.Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm

Plans and prices

Free Free $0 1 recording hr/editor/month · 1 show · 10 participants · 1 integration · exports up to 720p with watermarks Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Hobbyist $16 a month $16 per person / month; 1 person included 10 recording hrs/editor/month · 5 shows · 10 participants · 2 integrations · watermark-free exports up to 1080p Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Creator $35 a month $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 Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm
Business $50 a month $50 per person / month; for larger teams 40 recording hrs/editor/month · unlimited shows · 10 Mainstage participants · unlimited integrations · priority support with SLA Read 3 Oct 2026 · squadcast.fm

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Guests join without accounts or software downloads.
  • Progressive uploads and cloud backups are described.
  • Sessions support one host and up to nine guests.
  • Creator lists exports up to 4K.

Limits

  • Free exports have watermarks and are limited to 720p.
  • Free includes one recording hour per editor monthly.
  • Additional recording time costs $5 per hour.
  • The free plan allows one integration.

Who it suits

SquadCast suits podcasters and other audio or video creators who record with remote guests. Teams can use its workspaces, roles, and access permissions for collaborative production.

Verdict

SquadCast combines local recording with progressive cloud uploads and support for remote guests. Its plans differ in recording hours, integrations, and export limits, so compare those allowances with your production needs.

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