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Head-to-head · Screen Recording Software

ScreenPal vs ClipCast

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score ScreenPal #2 in Screen Recording Software 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit ScreenPal
ClipCast #24 in Screen Recording Software 6.7/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit ClipCast

ScreenPal leads on 1 check, ClipCast on 1, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreScreenPal · 9.1/10
  • Lowest starting priceScreenPal · $4/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly ClipCast

ScreenPal scores higher on our rubric for screen recording software: 9.1 against 6.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #24.

ScreenPal is cheaper to start at $4/user/mo against $5/user/mo. ClipCast leads on max recording length: 240 minutes versus 15 minutes. On maximum video quality, ScreenPal gives you 4k where ClipCast offers 1080p.

ScreenPal is the better fit for budget-conscious creators needing rich video tools. ClipCast is the better fit for teams wanting affordable browser-based sharing.

  • ScreenPal fits best

    Budget-conscious creators needing rich video tools

  • ClipCast fits best

    Teams wanting affordable browser-based sharing

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Side by side

Feature ScreenPal 9.1/10 Visit ↗ ClipCast 6.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 6.7
Ranking #2 in Screen Recording Software #24 in Screen Recording Software
Best for Budget-conscious creators needing rich video tools Teams wanting affordable browser-based sharing
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $4/mo (best) $5/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 14 days
Money-back guarantee 14 days 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome extension
Support Email, Tickets, Docs Email, Docs
Integrations 20 integrations 3 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features ScreenPal 3/3 · ClipCast 3/3
Webcam recording ✓ ✓
System audio ✓ ✓
Microphone recording ✓ ✓
Specs
Max recording length 15 minutes 240 minutes (best)
Maximum video quality 4k 1080p
Supported platforms web, windows, macos, ios, android, chrome_extension, api web, windows, macos, linux, chrome_extension
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes unlimited videos and hosting
  • Paid plans add editing, AI, interactive video, and analytics
  • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and Chrome extension
  • Free plan includes unlimited share links and comments
  • Pro adds editing, AI transcripts, summaries, and password protection
  • Team includes analytics, admin roles, audit logs, and API access
Cons
  • Free recordings are limited to 15 minutes each
  • Computer audio recording is available only on paid plans
  • Integrations focus mainly on publishing and education
  • Free recordings are limited to 5 minutes and 720p
  • Paid recording quality tops out at 1080p
  • Integrations are limited to Dropbox, Google Drive, and Box
Our verdict

ScreenPal is a screen recording and video creation platform for individuals, educators, businesses, and development teams. It supports screen, webcam, or combined recording, microphone narration, screen capture by area, window, or full…

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ClipCast is a browser-based screen recorder for individuals, freelancers, teams, educators, and support or sales workflows. It records browser tabs, application windows, full screens, or selected areas, with optional webcam, microphone,…

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  1. ScreenPalScreen Recording Software 9.1Free plan
  2. ClipCastScreen Recording Software 6.7Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ScreenPal — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited videos and hosting
    • Paid plans add editing, AI, interactive video, and analytics
    • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and Chrome extension

    Where it doesn't

    • Free recordings are limited to 15 minutes each
    • Computer audio recording is available only on paid plans
    • Integrations focus mainly on publishing and education

  • ClipCast — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited share links and comments
    • Pro adds editing, AI transcripts, summaries, and password protection
    • Team includes analytics, admin roles, audit logs, and API access

    Where it doesn't

    • Free recordings are limited to 5 minutes and 720p
    • Paid recording quality tops out at 1080p
    • Integrations are limited to Dropbox, Google Drive, and Box

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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