Loom vs Screenity

Fit:

Migration notes

Browser extension handles unlimited capture, annotations and MP4/GIF/WebM exports. Self-host is local-only; sharing via external storage or paid Pro. No migration preserving Loom comments/analytics established.

Sources: github.com, screenity.io · checked 2026-10-21

LoomPaid incumbent

Entry priceNot established

Pricing modelper-seat, billed monthly

OwnerAtlassian Corporation (NASDAQ:TEAM)

Business displays $18 per user/month; pricing page has monthly/annual toggle without unambiguous captured state, so entry amount not asserted. Source

Loom plans reviewed
Business	entry	Not established
Business + AI	popular	Not established
Business	business	Not established
Enterprise	enterprise	Quote only

ScreenityOpen-source alternative

Fit for Loom

License

GNU General Public License v3.0 Permissions of this strong copyleft license are conditioned on making available complete source code of licensed works and modifications, which include larger works using a licensed work, under the same license. Copyright and license notices must be preserved. Contributors provide an express grant of patent rights. May Commercial useModificationDistributionPatent usePrivate use Must License and copyright noticeState changesDisclose sourceSame license No LiabilityWarranty Summary from GitHub's choosealicense.com

Paid-feature tier C

Self-host

Paid-feature limits2 noted

Screenity plans reviewed
Local extension	self-hosted core	Free
Pro	Pro web platform	Not established

What you may give up

Pro platform link sharing and cloud media library
Pro multi-scene editing and captions; self-hosted extension is local-only with platform features disabled

Tier C: GPL recorder provides unlimited local capture, annotations and exports. Paid separate Pro platform adds everyday sharing/editing/caption workflows; rank by the local extension, not hosted platform parity. License source

What running it takes

Chrome/Chromium extension runtime

Hover or focus an icon for its name. Dashed means not established; struck through means no; grouped icons are alternatives.

Browser extension/local desktop workflow, not server hosting. Self-hosted extension is local-only; API, sign-in and Pro platform features disabled. Infrastructure and staff time are not priced here; this page does not compare total cost.