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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Camtasia

    Score8.6 out of 10
    N/ACamtasia is a video editor and screen recorder. Camtasia offers a range of plans designed to meet varying video creation needs, and enables users to produce professional-looking videos. Its features include Camtasia Rev, script generation, text-to-speech, translations, and avatar videos, to streamline the video creation process. The editions available are Free, Essentials, Create, or the Pro plan.

    $179.88

    per year per user

    Vidyard

    Score8.4 out of 10
    N/AVidyard is an enterprise video platform built to turn viewers into customers with in-depth insights and robust integrations with different customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation platforms.

    $0

    Pricing
    CamtasiaVidyard
    Editions & Modules
    Camtasia Business
    $198
    per year per seat
    Free
    $0
    per month per user
    Starter
    $59
    per month per user
    Enterprise
    Custom Pricing
    per year
    Teams
    Contact Sales
    per month per user
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    CamtasiaVidyard
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details*Discounts available for purchases supporting a large volume of users.
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    Community Pulse
    CamtasiaVidyard
    Considered Both Products
    TechSmith
    No answer on this topic
    Vidyard
    Chose Vidyard
    Vidyard was what we found to be the most user friendly.
    Incentivized
    Chose Vidyard
    Vidyard is great when you need to get a quick video message out the door in a short amount of time. It is not complicated and is very intuitive.
    Incentivized
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    100%
    Would buy again
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    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
    97%
    Delivers good value for the price
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    97%
    Delivers good value for the price
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    Happy with the feature set
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    96%
    Happy with the feature set
    45 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    95%
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    Implementation went as expected
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    95%
    Implementation went as expected
    39 Answers
    Features
    CamtasiaVidyard
    Video Marketing
    Comparison of Video Marketing features of Camtasia and Vidyard
    Feature
    Camtasia
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    6.1
    49 Ratings
    22% below category average
    Lead generation00 Ratings7.938 Ratings
    Video personalization00 Ratings9.145 Ratings
    eCommerce00 Ratings2.82 Ratings
    Support for advertisements00 Ratings5.51 Ratings
    Video SEO00 Ratings6.331 Ratings
    Integration to Marketing Automation00 Ratings5.337 Ratings
    Video Platform Integrations
    Comparison of Video Platform Integrations features of Camtasia and Vidyard
    Feature
    Camtasia
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    5.1
    36 Ratings
    19% below category average
    Integration to Salesforce.com00 Ratings2.921 Ratings
    Integration to Marketo00 Ratings5.011 Ratings
    Integration to HubSpot00 Ratings5.121 Ratings
    Integration to Eloqua00 Ratings7.31 Ratings
    Video Security
    Comparison of Video Security features of Camtasia and Vidyard
    Feature
    Camtasia
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    8.3
    47 Ratings
    3% below category average
    Video access controls00 Ratings8.437 Ratings
    User management00 Ratings6.141 Ratings
    Video link sharing00 Ratings10.047 Ratings
    Internal video00 Ratings8.439 Ratings
    External video00 Ratings8.542 Ratings
    Video Player
    Comparison of Video Player features of Camtasia and Vidyard
    Feature
    Camtasia
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    5.9
    47 Ratings
    33% below category average
    Player customization00 Ratings5.539 Ratings
    Embedded videos00 Ratings5.742 Ratings
    Video quality / Bandwidth controls00 Ratings4.944 Ratings
    Mobile compatibility00 Ratings7.737 Ratings
    Video Analytics
    Comparison of Video Analytics features of Camtasia and Vidyard
    Feature
    Camtasia
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    8.0
    48 Ratings
    2% above category average
    A/B testing00 Ratings6.32 Ratings
    Streaming quality reports00 Ratings9.031 Ratings
    Per viewer tracking00 Ratings9.242 Ratings
    Per video tracking00 Ratings9.245 Ratings
    Video analytics dashboard00 Ratings6.145 Ratings
    Video Hosting, Management & Storage
    Comparison of Video Hosting, Management & Storage features of Camtasia and Vidyard
    Feature
    Camtasia
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    6.1
    37 Ratings
    34% below category average
    On-Demand video00 Ratings6.128 Ratings
    Live streaming00 Ratings5.39 Ratings
    Impact of streaming on network00 Ratings7.31 Ratings
    Video upload & format support00 Ratings6.134 Ratings
    Video library / File management00 Ratings5.63 Ratings
    Video portal00 Ratings6.129 Ratings
    Video Engagement
    Comparison of Video Engagement features of Camtasia and Vidyard
    Feature
    Camtasia
    -
    Ratings
    Vidyard
    6.1
    21 Ratings
    26% below category average
    Video comments00 Ratings6.121 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    CamtasiaVidyard
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.4
    (75 ratings)
    9.5
    (179 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (3 ratings)
    10.0
    (15 ratings)
    Usability
    7.0
    (7 ratings)
    8.9
    (58 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (12 ratings)
    Support Rating
    8.6
    (14 ratings)
    7.0
    (105 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (5 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.0
    (1 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (113 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    CamtasiaVidyard
    Likelihood to Recommend
    TechSmith
    Camtasia is so easy to use that I recommend it over Adobe Premiere, Captivate, Storyline, and other tools. The only problem is the price. Due to the fact that I purchased this for education purposes, and educational prices have gone up exponentially, it has been difficult even at $179 to upgrade, as an educator and the organization is not always willing to reimburse the purchase, it would have been more economical. It was less than $100 (Black Friday) when I bought our updated version in 2019. Camtasia profile accounts aren't the best setup, however. My profile account does not reflect when I was a user or show past invoices, and I wanted to see how long ago I was a user.
    Incentivized
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    Vidyard
    Vidyard has been critical for our team in many ways. One way that we didn't realize how much we'd be using it is for training new teammates while we're all working remotely. I frequently use the chrome extension to record a video of how to do something to send to our whole team or certain teammates. There are other products that do that, but this seems to be the most efficient, easiest, and quickest. Vidyard is incredibly useful for both inbound, and outbound sales and marketing strategies. It helps us increase our open and click rate for emails and overall engagement for our customer journey.
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    Pros
    TechSmith
    • Very intuitive controls. You don't need to be a pro at video editing
    • Seamless control of assets (separates video from still images)
    • Great library of annotations and gestures
    • Easy to integrate audio/video edits
    • Custom formats that suit my needs (web, mobile, tablets)
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    Vidyard
    • The customer service is awesome. I always get ahold of our rep within an hour of contacting!
    • Vidyard in itself is a genius idea and when running correctly, a great tool to have in a rep's arsenal!
    • The people are great. -They spent countless hours working with our team!
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    Cons
    TechSmith
    • USB Microphones can sometimes cause a problem if they become accidentally unplugged during a recording session. This can corrupt some of the files that the Camtasia Recorder application uses to capture directly to .avi mode.
    • You'll sometimes get a message when you next try to record that .avi mode isn't available and the only way to fix this is by completely uninstalling and reinstalling Camtasia (with a reboot in the middle of these two actions).
    • This bug only manifested after Camtasia 8 was released, but still seems to cause an issue right up to and including Camtasia 2021.
    • I'd like to see more standard Annotation options. The existing ones are pretty good, but variety is a little lacking.
    • More 'Behaviours' would also be really welcome as these are a great feature and make Callouts a bit more interesting and lively. I've not seen any new Behaviours over the past few versions (since Camtasia 2018).
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    Vidyard
    • It would be great if the use of the camera on an internet screen were more user friendly.
    • The editing of a video's beginning or ending (cutting video for a cleaner look or time) could be a little more refined and less choppy.
    • Could be more colorful.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    TechSmith
    Each release of Camtasia has added just enough functionality to justify the upgrade to the new version. I like that Camtasia is not a subscription-based product as we have more flexibility and control over our spend on the product. We can also purchase support packages that include the next version when released.
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    Vidyard
    Vidyard has truly become an essential part of our organization. It's useful for our day to day communication internally amongst departments and externally with our customers. This platform has allowed us to create knowledge base articles, training portals, webinars and communicate effectively with our customers. We receive raving feedback from customers on how helpful the videos are that they receive. We also like the ability to view metrics, insights, etc. of the videos. Always allows us to pivot accordingly based on the feedback we receive
    Incentivized
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    Usability
    TechSmith
    I haven't used another video recording and editing tools that is as comprehensive and straight-forward as Camtasia. Typically, if you want a user-friendly video editing tools for novice users, you have to compromise on features. Camtasia solves this problem by offering extensive editing features in a simplistic, user-friendly environment. Highly recommend
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    Vidyard
    Vidyard is super easy for new people to pick up - I've never had to spend time explaining the UI or menu, which is a testament so how easy it is. The plugin also makes it quite user-friendly. There's no need to go anywhere else - it's all on the browser.
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    Reliability and Availability
    TechSmith
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    Absolutely, the unpredictable nature of technology always keeps us on our toes. However, I'm pleased to share that my experience with Vidyard has been remarkably consistent and reassuring. To date, I haven't encountered any instances of service outages. This unparalleled reliability and dependability have instilled a high level of confidence in the platform, making it a stalwart companion in our digital endeavors. While the tech landscape can be uncertain, Vidyard's track record of steadfast performance has truly set it apart.
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    Performance
    TechSmith
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    It performs very well. I have never had any bugs while recording, and none of the videos have been impaired or corrupted. I don't believe it integrates with any other software but you could contact the company to learn more. I am not sure if it is only available on Chrome.
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    Support Rating
    TechSmith
    With the latest version (Camtasia 2020), I actually had problems with an Imac with HighSierra, but from the first moment they answered and guided me to solve the problem, even before making the purchase (with some doubts I had). And they have support in English and Spanish, I really liked that.
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    Vidyard
    Customer support at Vidyard has always been good. When I first looked into the product, the salesperson took a consultative approach that allowed me to see how Vidyard would benefit our specific use case. Since coming on board, the customer service team has been quick to respond if I have any questions.
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    In-Person Training
    TechSmith
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    The training experience proved to be tremendously valuable. Our dedicated representative exhibited an exceptional level of helpfulness and patience as she skillfully addressed all of our inquiries. Notably, she went beyond merely answering questions, providing us with a wealth of resources and sharing best practices that are pivotal for our success in utilizing the software.Her guidance transcended the boundaries of a conventional training session, empowering us with insights that extend far beyond the immediate
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    Online Training
    TechSmith
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    The online training experience proved to be incredibly valuable. Our dedicated representative demonstrated exceptional patience and unwavering support in addressing our queries and requests, which greatly contributed to our learning process. Their guidance was pivotal in helping us navigate the intricacies of the training, ensuring that we absorbed the material effectively.
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    Implementation Rating
    TechSmith
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    It's pretty straightforward. The bulk of the work goes on outside of Vidyard - it's the time required to add different videos to your website - that was probably the only difficult part and had nothing to do with Vidyard.
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    Alternatives Considered
    TechSmith
    I've tried several freeware recorders, too. If all you want to do is literally record your screen, and nothing else, you don't need Camtasia. There are literally dozens of apps that will do that. If you want an app that will record your screen while capturing mouse clicks, follow you, record your voice while you capture, and annotate when you're done, Camtasia has no equal. Plus, it doesn't stop there. You can add professional intros and outros (many already created to choose from), lower thirds, etc., leading to videos with very high production value. This is THE program to buy if you want to produce training videos of very high quality.
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    Vidyard
    I've never evaluated another product like Vidyard. I just used screen recordings with RingCentral before, and I remember the file size being very large and having to add the video as an attachment. So this was a major improvement to be able to shoot videos and easily share with my clients.
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    Scalability
    TechSmith
    No answers on this topic
    Vidyard
    The product exhibits an exceptional degree of scalability, accommodating diverse usage scenarios across various departments within our organization. This remarkable flexibility has enabled us to harness the software's potential in ways tailored to the unique needs of each team.In particular, the impact on our communication efforts with both potential and existing customers has been truly transformative.
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    Return on Investment
    TechSmith
    • Many faculty members used it because it was easy to use and accomplish what they needed.
    • No need for a lot of training or follow-up training due to it being very to use.
    • Account management within our system and assigning permissions required a few steps when granting access.
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    Vidyard
    • We save hundreds of dollars a month because we don't have to send out nearly as many physical samples for customers to review. We can send them a video that shows off the product and they love it!
    • We have improved conversion rates as a result of using Vidyard to communicate with new leads.
    • Our sales reps are clearly more engaged in the sales process. Each week we discuss how Vidyard helped them win a deal.
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    Vidyard Screenshots

    Screenshot of where users can record and send sales videos from a browser, desktop, or phone to connect, convert, and close—all while remote.Screenshot of how screen recording can be used to deliver effective product demos, presentations, and proposal walkthroughs that build buyer consensus across the full sales cycle.Screenshot of some insights into viewer behavior, displayed within Vidyard's video analytics. Here, viewers can track video views, engagement, and drop-off rates to understand how an audience interacts with content and optimize video strategy for maximum impactScreenshot of how CRM integrations push video view data to lead and contact records. Viewing data can be used to surface high-intent leads, and measure videos’ impact on pipeline and revenue.Screenshot of Vidyard's customizable calls-to-action (CTAs), used to drive conversions and capture leads. Clickable buttons and forms can be added directly to videos to encourage viewers to take the next step, whether it's downloading a resource or signing up for a demo.Screenshot of some of Vidyard's integrations.