Screen Recorder Comparison

Sirvez vs Zight: which screen recorder should you use?

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Short answer: Choose Sirvez if you want a free screen recorder with a full built-in editor (zoom keyframes, annotations, cuts), video analytics, and password-protected sharing at $6/month. Choose Zight (formerly CloudApp) if you need quick GIF capture, screenshot annotation, and instant link sharing from a Mac or Windows menu bar app. Zight Pro runs around $9.95/month.

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Last updated: 28 May 2026 · Reviewed by the Sirvez team

Free forever No watermark No time limit Pro $6/mo

01 / Sirvez vs Zight at a glance

Feature Sirvez wins 9 of 12 Zight logo
Free plan Free forever. 1GB cloud, unlimited recordings Free with limited monthly uploads
Watermark on free tier None Zight branding on free tier
Recording time limit Unlimited Limited on free tier
Built-in video editor Pan and zoom keyframes, annotations, cuts, speed Basic trim and annotation overlays
GIF capture Video recording only Yes, GIF and short clip recording
Screenshot annotation Basic in-recorder annotations Strong screenshot annotation and markup
Offline recording Yes, records and edits offline Primarily cloud-based
Password-protected sharing Yes, SHA-256, all tiers Paid plans only
Video analytics Views, watch time, geolocation, device Basic view counts on paid plans
Paid price $6/mo (50GB) Around $9.95/mo (Pro)
Account required to record No Yes
Platform Chrome extension Mac and Windows menu bar app, Chrome extension

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Zight plan details reflect its published free and paid tiers and may change. Check zight.com/pricing for current details.

02 / Which one should you choose?

Choose Sirvez if you…

  • Want a free recorder with no watermark and unlimited recordings
  • Need a full video editor with zoom, annotations, and cuts
  • Want video analytics (views, watch time, location)
  • Need password-protected sharing on the free tier
  • Want lower Pro pricing: $6/mo versus ~$10

Choose Zight if you…

  • Need quick GIF capture from your screen
  • Want a Mac or Windows menu bar app for instant capture
  • Need strong screenshot annotation and markup tools
  • Already use Zight (CloudApp) and prefer its quick-share workflow

03 / Frequently asked questions

Is Zight the same as CloudApp?

Yes. CloudApp rebranded to Zight in 2023. It is the same screen capture and GIF tool under a new name. If you have been searching for a CloudApp alternative, Sirvez is a relevant option, particularly for full screen recording with a built-in editor and analytics.

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Is Sirvez a free Zight alternative?

Yes. Sirvez is a free Chrome screen recorder with no watermark, no time limit, and a built-in editor, while Zight's free tier limits monthly uploads and adds its own branding. Sirvez Pro is $6/month versus Zight Pro at around $9.95/month.

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Can Sirvez create GIFs like Zight?

Sirvez records video rather than GIFs; Zight is purpose-built for GIF capture alongside screen recording, so if GIF output is important to your workflow, Zight has the advantage. For full screen recording with a visual editor and analytics, Sirvez is the stronger fit.

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Does Zight have a video editor like Sirvez?

Zight includes basic annotation overlays and trimming, whereas Sirvez has a full built-in editor with pan and zoom keyframes, speed controls, arrows, and non-destructive cuts. For polished demos and tutorials that need more than a quick trim, Sirvez's editor is significantly more capable.

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How much does Zight cost compared to Sirvez?

Zight Pro runs around $9.95/month while Sirvez Pro is $6/month ($60/year), and both have free tiers. Sirvez's free tier has no watermark and unlimited recordings; Zight's free tier is more restricted in upload count and adds branding.

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Bottom line: Choose Sirvez for a free screen recorder with a full video editor, analytics, and $6/mo Pro. Choose Zight if you need quick GIF capture, a Mac or Windows menu bar app, or strong screenshot annotation as part of a quick-share workflow.

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