Learning Management · head to head
Screencastify vs Vidyard
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Screencastify limited to Chrome browser only, cannot record on Firefox, Safari, or Edge; Vidyard free plan limited to 5 video recordings per month and 15 AI videos per month
- They diverge on capability: Screencastify covers Screen recording, Vidyard covers Video recording.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Screencastify and Vidyard actually diverge.
| Attribute | Screencastify | Vidyard |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Chrome Browser | Web, Chrome extension |
| Category | Learning Management | Remote Work |
| Founded | 2013 | 2011 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Screencastify
- Screen recording
- Video editing
- Drawing tools
- Google Drive export
Only in Vidyard
- Video recording
- CRM integration
- Video analytics
- Email embedding
- Firefox support
Both cover
- Chrome support
- Edge support
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Screencastify
- Limited to Chrome browser only, cannot record on Firefox, Safari, or Edge
- Free version watermark appears on all videos and requires upgrade to remove
- Free tier limited to 10 videos total before requiring paid plan
- Maximum 1080p resolution at 30fps, no support for higher framerates or 4K
- No free educator license for educational institutions
Vidyard
- Free plan limited to 5 video recordings per month and 15 AI videos per month
- Advanced team analytics and integrations require Teams plan
- Video Agent automation requires add-on purchase
- No self-hosted option available
Pricing, plan by plan
Screencastify
Free- FreeFree
- 10 videos
- 30 min max
- Watermark
- Starter$15/month
- 60 min max recordings
- Pro$20/month
- 120 min max recordings
Vidyard
Free- FreeFree
- 15 AI videos per month
- 5 video recordings per month
- Basic editing
- Starter$null/month
- Unlimited video recording
- Full analytics
- Branded sharing pages
- Teams$null/month
- Everything in Starter
- CRM integrations
- Advanced team analytics
- Enterprise$null/month
- Unlimited integrations
- SSO
- Custom permissions
Which should you pick?
Choose Screencastify if
- You need screen recording.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome Browser.
- You also want video editing.
Choose Vidyard if
- You need video recording.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Chrome extension.
- You also want crm integration.
Questions people ask
- Is Screencastify or Vidyard better?
- Neither clearly leads. Screencastify starts at Free and Vidyard at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Screencastify or Vidyard?
- Screencastify starts at Free and Vidyard at Free.
- Does Screencastify or Vidyard run on more platforms?
- Screencastify runs on Chrome Browser. Vidyard runs on Web, Chrome extension.
- Can I use Screencastify for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can Screencastify do that Vidyard cannot?
- Screencastify covers Screen recording, Video editing, Drawing tools, Google Drive export. Vidyard covers Video recording, CRM integration, Video analytics, Email embedding. Both handle Chrome support, Edge support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Screencastify: What's the free tier limit?
Free plan allows 10 total videos up to 30 minutes each, with watermark. After 10 videos, you must upgrade.
SourceVidyard: Does Vidyard have a free plan?
Yes. Vidyard's free plan includes 15 AI videos per month, 5 video recording limit per month, basic video editing, and limited integrations.
SourceScreencastify: Is Screencastify limited to Chrome?
Yes. Screencastify is exclusively a Chrome extension and does not work on other browsers like Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
SourceVidyard: What integrations does Vidyard offer?
Vidyard integrates with 51+ platforms including Salesforce, HubSpot, Gmail, Outlook, LinkedIn, Slack, and Zapier for workflow automation.
SourceScreencastify: What's the maximum video quality?
Maximum resolution is 1080p at 30 frames per second. Videos can only be exported to MP4, audio to MP3, or as GIF.
SourceVidyard: Can Vidyard videos show engagement analytics?
Yes. Vidyard tracks video engagement including watch time, who viewed the video, when they watched it, and click-through rates on CTAs.
SourceScreencastify: Does Screencastify work for educational use?
Screencastify lacks a free educator license for schools or non-profits, unlike some competitors who offer discounted or free plans for educational institutions.
SourceVidyard: What is the Video Agent feature?
Video Agent uses AI avatars to automatically generate and send personalized videos at scale. You provide the message, and the AI creates a video in your likeness for mass outreach.
SourceVidyard: Does Vidyard work with email platforms?
Yes. Vidyard integrates with Gmail and Outlook to let you record and send videos directly from your inbox, with engagement tracking syncing back to email.
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