Loom cuts you off at 5 minutes. Screencastify gives you 10 videos. Zumie has no time limits and no video count limits on the free plan. Record as long as you need, as many times as you want.
Most "free" screen recorders impose strict time and video count limits. Here's what you actually get for free.
| Tool | Time Limit | Video Limit | Account |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loom Free | 5 minutes | 25 videos | Required |
| Screencastify Free | 30 minutes | 10 videos | Required |
| Awesome Screenshot Free | 5 minutes | 20 videos | Required |
| Vidyard Free | Unlimited | Limited | Required |
| OBS Studio | Unlimited | Unlimited | Not required |
| Zumie Free | Unlimited | Unlimited | Not required |
Data as of March 2026. OBS is also unlimited and free but requires complex setup and has no auto-zoom.
Watching the clock while recording makes you rush through content. The recording suffers and you have to re-record.
Nothing is worse than being cut off at 5 minutes during a great explanation. You lose the flow and the recording is unusable.
Breaking a tutorial into multiple 5-minute parts creates a worse viewer experience and more work for you.
Install Zumie and record as long as you need. No time limits, no video count limits, no account required.