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Loom vs ShareX
Loom vs ShareX
A side-by-side look at Loom (the paid SaaS) and ShareX (the open source alternative). Use this page to decide if the switch fits your team and workflow.
| Loom | ShareX | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Quick screen and webcam video recordings for async updates. | Windows-only screen capture and file sharing. |
| License | Proprietary SaaS | GPL-3.0 |
| Pricing | Free up to 25 videos; Business from $15/user/month. | Free to self-host |
| Self-host option | No | Yes — difficulty 1/5 |
| Hosted cloud available | Yes (only option) | No |
| Desktop apps | Varies by product | Windows |
| Mobile apps | Official apps typically available | None official |
Ad slot — between tables
Best for
Windows users wanting quick screen clips and GIFs.
ShareX strengths
- Huge feature set for screenshots, GIFs and recordings.
- Custom uploader destinations (including self-hosted).
- Free forever.
ShareX weaknesses
- Windows only.
- UI is dense and intimidating for newcomers.
- No built-in cloud sharing service.
What's the catch with Loom?
- Free tier heavily gated.
- Videos live on Loom cloud — privacy-sensitive content exposed.
- Recording length limits on lower tiers.
Still unsure?
Check the full list of alternatives to Loom: see Loom alternatives, or learn more about ShareX on its project page.