castlet vs Loom
Loom is for recording and sharing short videos by link, and castlet is for recording in your browser and keeping the file yourself. The difference: castlet needs no account and uploads nothing, while Loom uploads to its cloud so you can share a link instantly.
| Feature | castlet | Loom |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free Starter plan, paid plans for more |
| Account needed | No | Yes |
| Where recordings are kept | On your computer (browser storage). Leaves only when you download. | Uploaded to Loom's cloud |
| Install | Nothing to install. Can be installed as an app. | Desktop app or Chrome extension |
| Recording length (free) | Limited only by disk space | 5 minutes per video |
| Number of videos (free) | Unlimited | 25 videos per person |
| Share links | No, you share the downloaded file | Yes, instant links with comments and viewer insights |
| Editing | Trim, cut out parts, remove audio | In the Loom web app |
| Watermark | No | No |
| Works offline | Yes, once loaded | Not stated; recordings upload to the cloud |
Pick castlet if…
- You do not want to make an account
- You do not want your recordings uploaded anywhere
- You need videos longer than 5 minutes, or more than 25, without paying
Pick Loom if…
- You want to send a link the moment you stop recording
- Your team needs comments, reactions and a shared workspace
- Your videos are short, under 5 minutes, and you are happy to keep them in the cloud
Questions
Is castlet a free alternative to Loom?
Yes, if you want to record your screen, camera and mic without an account. castlet has no length or video limit. It does not make share links, so you send the downloaded file.
Does castlet upload my video like Loom does?
No. Recordings stay in your browser on your computer and only leave when you download them. Loom uploads recordings to its cloud, which is how it gives you an instant link.
When is Loom the better choice?
When you want to share a link the moment you finish, collect comments and reactions, or work with a team in a shared workspace. castlet does none of that.
More comparisons: castlet vs Screencastify, castlet vs OBS Studio, or all of them side by side.
Try castlet now
No account, no upload, no watermark. It runs in your desktop browser.
Facts about Loom checked on from https://www.loom.com/pricing and https://support.atlassian.com/loom/docs/starter-plan-faq/. Loom is a trademark of Atlassian.