Screenium
Screenium: A focused Mac recorder with detailed editing and a $59.99 one-time license. Ranked #44 of 131 in Screen Recording Software by our editors (4.6/10); pricing: Paid; best for mac users wanting a one-time purchase.
At a glance
- Editor score4.6 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best forMac users wanting a one-time purchase
- Free planNo
- Paid from$59.99 one-time
- Webcam recordingYes
- Founded1998 · Mainz, Germany
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Records screens, windows, selected areas, and connected iOS or tvOS devices
- Captures webcam, system audio, microphone commentary, clicks, and keystrokes
- Includes editing tools for cuts, transitions, text, shapes, effects, and animations
Where it doesn't
- Runs on macOS only
- No free plan is included
- Sharing destinations are limited to YouTube, Facebook, Flickr, Messages, and Mail
Our verdict on Screenium
Screenium is macOS screen-recording and screencast editing software from Synium Software GmbH. It is suited to Mac users creating tutorials, gameplay recordings, presentations, and other screen-based videos. Capture options cover the full screen, individual windows, selected areas, and connected iOS or tvOS device displays. Webcam picture-in-picture, system audio through the Synium Audio Driver, and microphone commentary support a range of narrated recording formats.
The published Screenium 3 plan costs $59.99 USD as a one-time purchase. It includes screen recording, webcam picture-in-picture, system audio and microphone recording, plus video editing and export. The product records at up to 60 frames per second and provides controls for cursor movement, clicks, keystrokes, and scrolling. For buyers who prefer a single upfront payment over recurring software charges, this pricing structure is straightforward. There is no free plan, so the one-time license is the main purchase path.
Editing is a notable part of the product rather than an afterthought. Screenium supports cuts, transitions, text, shapes, markers, animations, effects, and audio tracks, allowing recordings to be refined before export. Direct sharing or export is available through YouTube, Facebook, Flickr, Messages, and Mail. That combination makes Screenium a good fit for Mac-centered creators who want recording and editing in one application, especially when connected Apple-device capture matters. It is less suitable for teams that need Windows or broader platform coverage, or for buyers seeking a free entry tier.
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Screenium fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $59.99 one-time |
| Webcam recording | Yes |
| System audio | Yes |
| Microphone recording | Yes |
| Max recording length | Not verified |
| Maximum video quality | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | macOS |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | macOS |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: YouTube, Facebook, Flickr, Messages, Mail |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | syniumsoftware.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
Screenium integrations
Screenium lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- YouTube
- Flickr
- Messages
Alternatives to Screenium
- CamtasiaA deep desktop toolkit for training videos, tutorials, and structured learning content.9.3
- ScreenPalA feature-rich choice for budget-conscious creators who need more than basic recording.9.1
- LoomA broad screen recorder for teams that communicate through polished async video.9.0
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