Vmaker is a 'Loom Beater'
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Iuse Vmaker mainly for creating short Vlogs and video introductions for my Podcast.
I like that it allows you to easily select the portion of the screen to be recorded. Plus it allows Picture In Picture with the webcam video also being captured. On paid plans, it also allows you to set a webcam virtual background which most competitors do not offer.
I moved from Loom since they no longer allow you to download videos on the Free plan.
I like that it allows you to easily select the portion of the screen to be recorded. Plus it allows Picture In Picture with the webcam video also being captured. On paid plans, it also allows you to set a webcam virtual background which most competitors do not offer.
I moved from Loom since they no longer allow you to download videos on the Free plan.
Pros
- Picture in Picture (screen+webcam) Recording
- Virtual Backgrounds for the Webcam (most other platforms don't support this)
- Super easy to use
Cons
- Wish they allowed virtual webcam backgrounds or blurred background on the Free plan.
- Some of the messaging on the site is a bit inconsistent re pricing of the plans (some refer to annual pricing paid monthly vs monthly pricing)
Most Important Features
- Screen+Webcam capture
- Virtual and blurred webcam backgrounds
- Very reasonable price vs competitors
- Cloud based
Return on Investment
- Makes recording video intros for my Podcast super easy
- I can record from anywhere (eg my AirBnB while traveling and still look professional
- Totally affordable for my relatively small business
Alternatives Considered
Snagit, Gemoo Recorder, Camtasia, ScreenApp and Loom
Other Software Used
Descript, Camtasia
