Comparison
OpenKap vs Loom
The screen recorder built for simplicity. No bloat, no surprise paywalls, just record and share.
Why teams are switching from Loom
Loom started simple but has grown complex. Here's what we hear from users who switched:
Pricing creep
Loom's pricing has increased significantly. Features that were free now require paid plans. OpenKap keeps pricing simple and transparent.
Feature bloat
AI summaries, engagement analytics, viewer insights... sometimes you just want to record and share. OpenKap focuses on what matters.
Watermarks on free
Loom's free tier adds watermarks and branding. OpenKap gives you clean, professional recordings even on the free plan.
Feature Comparison
See how OpenKap stacks up against Loom for core screen recording needs.
| Feature | OpenKap | Loom |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan videos | 5 videos | 25 videos (5 min limit) |
| Recording watermarks (free) | ||
| Screen + audio recording | ||
| Instant shareable links | ||
| No account to view | ||
| Browser extension | ||
| HLS adaptive streaming | ||
| AI transcription | ||
| Video comments | ||
| Embeddable player | ||
| Pro pricing | $8/month | $15/month |
| Desktop app | ||
| Mobile app |