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Tampermonkey vs Vimeo Record

Tampermonkey logo

Tampermonkey

Browser Extensions

The most popular userscript manager

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Vimeo Record logo

Vimeo Record

Browser Extensions

Free screen and webcam recording

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Tampermonkey only source code up to version 2.9 is GPLv3; all newer versions are distributed under a proprietary license despite the extension itself being free to use; Vimeo Record free plan limits recordings to 30 minutes per video and includes only 1GB of storage
  • They diverge on capability: Tampermonkey covers Userscript management, Vimeo Record covers Screen recording.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Tampermonkey and Vimeo Record actually diverge.

Attributes where Tampermonkey and Vimeo Record differ
AttributeTampermonkeyVimeo Record
Pricing modelopen-sourcefree
PlatformsWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, AndroidChrome, Edge
Founded20102004

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Browser Extensions).

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 Tampermonkey

  • Userscript management
  • Script editor
  • Auto-update
  • Cloud sync
  • Firefox support
  • Safari support
  • Opera support

Only in Vimeo Record

  • Screen recording
  • Webcam overlay
  • Instant sharing
  • Vimeo integration

Both cover

  • Chrome support
  • Edge support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Tampermonkey

  • Auto-run custom JavaScript to add features to specific websitesnot Vimeo Record
  • Block ads, remove clutter, or reformat page layout via community/personal userscriptsnot Vimeo Record
  • Run scripts sourced from Greasy Fork or similar userscript repositoriesnot Vimeo Record
  • Automate repetitive web tasks such as form-filling or redirect skipping via installed scriptsnot Vimeo Record

Vimeo Record

  • Recording and sharing async video updates for remote teamsnot Tampermonkey

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Tampermonkey

  • Only source code up to version 2.9 is GPLv3; all newer versions are distributed under a proprietary license despite the extension itself being free to use
  • Under Manifest V3, GM_webRequest is not (yet) supported
  • Under Manifest V3, GM_xmlhttpRequest fires only one progress event instead of streaming progress, requiring a responseType: 'stream' workaround
  • Since v5.3.2, Chrome/Edge (MV3) requires the user to manually enable Developer Mode, or from Chrome 138+ a per-extension 'Allow User Scripts' toggle, before any userscript will run

Vimeo Record

  • Free plan limits recordings to 30 minutes per video and includes only 1GB of storage
  • Standard plan is capped at 5 seats and Advanced at 10 seats before requiring custom Enterprise pricing

Pricing, plan by plan

Tampermonkey

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Tampermonkey review.

Vimeo Record

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited recording
    • Screen + webcam
    • Instant sharing

Which should you pick?

Choose Tampermonkey if

  • You need userscript management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android.
  • You also want script editor.
Tampermonkey review

Choose Vimeo Record if

  • You need screen recording.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Edge.
  • You also want webcam overlay.
Vimeo Record review

Questions people ask

Is Tampermonkey or Vimeo Record better?
Neither clearly leads. Tampermonkey starts at Free and Vimeo Record at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Tampermonkey or Vimeo Record?
Tampermonkey starts at Free and Vimeo Record at Free.
Does Tampermonkey or Vimeo Record run on more platforms?
Tampermonkey runs on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android. Vimeo Record runs on Chrome, Edge.
Can I use Tampermonkey for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Tampermonkey best used for?
Tampermonkey is most often used for auto-run custom javascript to add features to specific websites, block ads, remove clutter, or reformat page layout via community/personal userscripts, run scripts sourced from greasy fork or similar userscript repositories, automate repetitive web tasks such as form-filling or redirect skipping via installed scripts. Of those, auto-run custom javascript to add features to specific websites and block ads, remove clutter, or reformat page layout via community/personal userscripts are not what Vimeo Record is typically brought in for.
What can Tampermonkey do that Vimeo Record cannot?
Tampermonkey covers Userscript management, Script editor, Auto-update, Cloud sync. Vimeo Record covers Screen recording, Webcam overlay, Instant sharing, Vimeo integration. Both handle Chrome support, Edge support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Tampermonkey: How much does Tampermonkey cost?

Tampermonkey is completely free for all versions and across all supported browsers including Chrome, Edge, Safari, Opera, and Firefox.

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Vimeo Record: What are the pricing options for Vimeo Screen Recorder?

Vimeo offers a Free plan at $0, Starter at $13/month (annual), Standard at $26/month, Advanced at $76/month, and Enterprise with custom pricing.

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Tampermonkey: Is Tampermonkey available on all browsers?

Yes, Tampermonkey is available on Chrome 120 and later, Microsoft Edge, Safari, Opera Next, and Firefox with no cost.

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Vimeo Record: What are the limits on the free plan?

The free plan includes unlimited screen recording with a 30-minute limit per video, 1GB storage, and 1 seat. A Vimeo watermark appears when embedded.

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Vimeo Record: Do paid plans have watermarks?

Free and Basic plans display a Vimeo watermark when embedded. Paid plans (Starter and above) do not have watermarks.

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Vimeo Record: Do paid plans allow unlimited recording time?

Yes, paid plans offer unlimited recording times, unlike the free plan which limits each video to 30 minutes.

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Vimeo Record: What security features are included?

Vimeo Screen Recorder provides private links and access management, password protection, DRM, and SOC II Type 2 protection.

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