SendRec review
A low-cost, self-hostable video messenger with strong recording and transcription basics.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
SendRec is an open-source platform for asynchronous video messaging. It supports screen, webcam, and camera recording, video uploads, sharing, transcription, basic transcript-based editing, and viewer analytics. Individuals, professionals, teams, and organizations can use it for recorded updates, demonstrations, and other video messages. Its EU-hosted managed service and Docker-based self-hosting make it relevant to organizations that want European data residency or control over their video infrastructure.
The pricing structure starts with a Free plan at €0 per month. It includes 25 videos per month, a five-minute maximum per video, up to three playlists, password-protected sharing, viewer analytics, notifications, and automatic transcription. Pro costs €8 per month and adds unlimited videos, unlimited playlists, unlimited recording duration, and no monthly limits while including Free features. Business costs €12 per month and adds team workspaces with roles, free viewer seats, video transfer between scopes, workspace SSO with OIDC and SAML, SCIM provisioning, and per-workspace branding and billing. Enterprise adds dedicated infrastructure, custom integrations, on-premise deployment, a dedicated account manager, and a custom SLA.
SendRec’s standout feature set combines recording with transcript-aware workflows. Automatic transcription can use whisper.cpp or compatible providers, while transcript-based trimming and filler-word removal provide basic editing without requiring a separate video editor. Viewer email gates, comments, emoji reactions, completion funnels, and engagement data extend the sharing workflow. Integrations include Nextcloud, n8n, Zapier, Slack, webhooks, and Unraid. Choose SendRec if web-based video messaging, self-hosting, and a low entry price matter most. Teams needing broader platform coverage or capabilities beyond its focused async-video workflow should consider alternatives.
SendRec pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free plan includes recording, transcription, sharing, and analytics
- Docker self-hosting supports control over video data
- Pro adds unlimited videos, playlists, and recording duration
- Where it doesn't
- Platform support is limited to the web
- Free videos are capped at 25 per month and 5 minutes each
- Team SSO, SCIM, and role-based workspaces require Business
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