How do I install the app on macOS?

After checkout, you'll receive an email with your license key and a download link for the DMG installer. Download the file, open it, and drag the app into your Applications folder. The first time you launch the app, you'll be prompted to enter your license key to activate it.

What permissions does the app need?

You'll need to grant permissions for Screen Recording, Microphone (if recording audio), Camera (if using webcam), and Accessibility (for mouse tracking) in System Preferences > Security & Privacy.

Is this really a one-time purchase?

Yes! Pay once, use forever. This includes all current features and all future updates. No hidden fees, no subscriptions, no surprises.

What's your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied, just email us and we'll refund your purchase, no questions asked.

Which macOS versions and devices are supported?

Mac Screen Recorder supports Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and later) running macOS 12 Monterey or newer. Intel-based Macs are not supported.

Mac Screen Recorder vs Loom | A One-Time, Own-Your-Files Alternative

Mac Screen Recorder vs Loom: A No-Subscription Alternative for Mac

Loom is one of the most popular screen recorders around, especially for async work — record a quick video, get an instant shareable link, and send it to your team. It is a cloud-based, subscription tool, and that cloud-first model is both its biggest strength and the reason some people look for an alternative.

Mac Screen Recorder takes a different approach: a native Mac app where you record locally, own your files, and pay once. Here is how they compare.

Where Loom shines

Loom is excellent when sharing speed and team collaboration matter most. Recordings are hosted in Loom’s cloud and become a link instantly, with features built around viewing, commenting, and managing a library of videos across a team. If your whole workflow is “record and send a link,” Loom is purpose-built for it.

Where Mac Screen Recorder is the better fit

✓One-time $19, no subscription — instead of an ongoing monthly cost.
✓You own your files — recordings export as MP4, WebM, or GIF (up to 4K) and live on your Mac, not in someone else’s cloud.
✓No watermarks and no time limits on your recordings.
✓Automatic polish — Auto Zoom, click effects, and custom cursors give a professional look without editing.
✓Works without an account or internet dependency for the recording itself — it is a native app.

Quick comparison

	Mac Screen Recorder	Loom
Type	Native macOS app	Cloud-based recorder
Pricing	$19 one-time	Free tier; paid from ~$12.50/user/mo
Where recordings live	On your Mac (you own the files)	Hosted in Loom’s cloud
Auto zoom & click effects	Yes	Not the focus
Export formats	MP4, WebM, GIF (up to 4K)	Mainly share-link / video
Best for	Owning polished recordings	Instant cloud sharing & teams

As of June 2026, Loom offers a free tier, with paid plans starting around $12.50–$15 per user per month (billed annually). Plans change regularly — check loom.com for the latest.

The bottom line

Choose Loom if instant cloud links and team video libraries are central to how you work. Choose Mac Screen Recorder if you would rather own your files, skip the subscription, and get a polished, edited look automatically — all for a one-time $19.

Own your recordings instead of renting

One-time $19. Lifetime updates. Your files, on your Mac.