Screencastify vs Vmaker

Screencastify is a browser-based screen recorder that captures a screen with webcam, microphone, or system audio. It runs in a browser without software installation, and Chrome and Edge extensions are available. Videos can be shared by link with privacy controls; team tools include comments, shared folders, collaboration, and granular permissions. The Free plan allows up to 10 recordings, each up to 30 minutes and 1080p, with indefinite storage, viewing, and sharing. Starter costs $7 a month per user when billed annually and allows 60-minute videos up to 1080p. Pro costs $10 a month per user when billed annually and allows 180-minute videos up to 4K, with AI editing, captions, transcripts, translations, and voiceovers. Enterprise & EDU uses custom pricing and includes central administration, SSO, training, and support. Integrations include Google Drive, Google Slides, Gmail, Outlook, YouTube, and LMS platforms. Screencastify states compliance with FERPA, COPPA, and CSPC, and SOC 2 Type II certification.

Vmaker is a screen and webcam recording app for iOS, macOS, and Windows, with Chrome extension support also listed. It can capture webcam video, system audio, and microphone audio, and supports video quality up to 4K. The free plan is free and includes 5 GB of storage, screen recording up to 1 minute, and 20 minutes of subtitles per month. Starter costs $24 a month and includes 10 video downloads per month, screen recording up to 30 minutes, and 60 minutes of subtitles per month. Teams costs $39 a month and allows recordings up to 4 hours, with 30 video downloads and 120 minutes of subtitles per month. Starter and Teams both list a maximum upload length of 10 GB or 120 minutes. Enterprise pricing is custom; listed terms include unlimited screen recording, enhanced security and compliance, dedicated account support, and training and onboarding. The pricing note says paid plans start at $18/mo billed annually, while the listed Starter and Teams prices are monthly.