vyds vs ScreenFlow
ScreenFlow is a Mac-only video editor that records. vyds is an async screen recorder for macOS, Windows, and Chrome.
ScreenFlow is the right choice for polished long-form tutorials on Mac. vyds is the right choice for quick async recordings shared by link, across any platform your team uses.
| Feature | Vyds | ScreenFlow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0 / $7/mo Plus / $12/seat Pro | $199 one-time (ScreenFlow), Super Pak +$76, Super Pak+ +$126 |
| Free tier | Unlimited recordings, 5 min, no watermark, BYOS | No free tier (one-time purchase only) |
| Platforms | macOS + Windows + Chrome | macOS only (Sonoma + Sequoia, Apple Silicon + Intel) |
| One-click cloud share link | ||
| Chrome extension | ||
| System audio capture | ||
| Camera bubble overlay | ||
| Trim / cut editing | ||
| Multi-track timeline editor | ||
| Stock media library | Super Pak (+$76) | |
| Annotations, callouts, animations | Basic during recording | Extensive post-production |
| AI captions & summaries | Pro plan | |
| Team workspace | Pro plan | |
| Local-first recording | ||
| Bring Your Own Storage | Local files only | |
| Best for | Daily async team communication | Long-form Mac tutorials and screencasts |
Why teams switch from ScreenFlow
Your team is not all on Mac
ScreenFlow is macOS only. If anyone on your team uses Windows or wants to record from Chrome, ScreenFlow leaves them out. vyds works on macOS, Windows, and as a Chrome extension.
You record more than you edit
ScreenFlow is a full multi-track video editor. If you spend more time recording than editing, the editor learning curve and timeline complexity is overhead you do not need.
Sharing is built in
ScreenFlow saves files locally. You then upload, host, or attach the file to share. With vyds, a share link is generated the moment you hit stop.
No upfront cost
ScreenFlow is a $199 one-time purchase (plus paid upgrades). vyds Free has no price tag. If you only need to record and share, you can start without buying anything.
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