ShareX vs Loom

How do ShareX and Loom compare? Here are the facts side by side: pricing, platforms, open-source status and what each one is for.

Directory details: ShareX and Loom
Directory detail	ShareX	Loom
What it is	ShareX captures or records screen areas and shares them, and can upload images, text, and other files to selected destinations.	Loom records, edits, and shares screen videos on Mac and PC, with templates and video storage for work teams.
Website	getsharex.com	loom.com
Type	Online tool	Online tool
Topic	Screen Recording & Streaming Tools	Screen Recording & Streaming Tools
Pricing	Free	Not confirmed
Platforms	Web, Windows	macOS, Web
Open source	Yes	Not stated
Language	English	English
Alternatives	24 alternatives	24 alternatives

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