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Auto-zoom
ScreenBuddy detects clicks and adds smooth zooms so viewers never have to search for the next action.
ScreenBuddy 1.6.0 · released July 29, 2026
Record it once. Ship the video that explains it.
Record your Mac or Windows screen, then use auto-zoom, spotlight, captions, and a built-in local editor to turn it into a product demo, tutorial, onboarding walkthrough, or support reply.
No card. Record, edit, and preview free. A one-time license is required to save or export.
Same recording. A much clearer story.
Drag the divider to compare the founder’s raw walkthrough with the version edited in ScreenBuddy.
Founder-created example using the same source recording on both sides. No customer result or editing-time claim is implied.
330GitHub downloads
v1.6.0Current release
July 29, 2026Latest release date
Mac + WindowsLocal desktop app
Top 2Open-Launch daily winnerThree ways to guide one pair of eyes.
Use the lightest effect that makes the next action obvious—or combine them when a small interface needs more direction.
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Spotlight
Dim the surrounding interface and guide attention through menus, settings, and multi-step flows.
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Lightbox
Lift one important region into a readable close-up when a small control or detail deserves the whole frame.
Everything you need after the recording stops.
Capture, then shape the result without leaving the app or uploading a file anywhere.
NEW IN v1.6.0
Let an AI assistant do the edit
ScreenBuddy exposes its editor over MCP, so an assistant you already use can set backdrops, place zooms, generate captions, and hand back a transcript it cleaned up — on the document you have open.
Screen, window & region capture
Record the whole display, a single window, or just the area you need.
Annotations
Drop text, arrows, and shapes on the frames that need a label.
Backgrounds & padding
Set the recording into a gradient or solid backdrop with adjustable padding.
Cursor styling & smoothing
Resize the pointer, smooth its path, and keep click effects readable when zoomed.
Device frames
Wrap the capture in a 3D MacBook frame when it needs to look like a product shot.
3D tilt & camera moves
Add depth with tilt, orbit, and eased camera paths instead of a flat rectangle.
Local AI captions
Transcribe narration on your own machine so the clip still reads with sound off.
Background music
Mix a royalty-free track under the recording on export.
One recorder for everything you have to explain.
Product demos are one job. The same workflow handles tutorials, onboarding, training, and the answer you would otherwise type out.
Show the feature the way a first-time viewer needs to see it.
Land the value in the first ten seconds. Zoom into the moment that matters, cut the setup, and export a clip that works on a landing page or a launch post.
- Auto-zoom
- Spotlight
- Lightbox
Each clip is a founder-created example standing in for that use case. No customer result or editing-time claim is implied.
From walkthrough to shipped video in three steps.
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Record the product
Capture the feature, flow, or update with your screen, microphone, and the context viewers need.
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Direct attention
Cut dead time, then place auto-zoom, spotlight, or lightbox moments where the story needs focus.
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Export for the channel
Choose a horizontal, square, or vertical layout and save the licensed MP4 or GIF locally.
Early reactions from creators.
Public replies to founder launch posts on Reddit and X. These are community comments, not verified-purchaser testimonials.
Cool idea I'm now using openscreen but should try it
u/According_Air_3815
Damn.. I was looking for that
u/Arsatara
Ok I am intrigued. Will be trying this 👍
u/possiblevector
That's an awesome app!
u/ConstructionBroad594
Cool! Good idea. I am also the one looking for a screen recording app with a reasonable price.
u/gyunistudio
This is actually something I've been needing, especially at that price point
u/STurbulenT
Looks like an interesting tool; has some features I wish ShareX did. Will have a look later. Thanks for sharing.
u/LaffyLlama
absolute cinema
@hoangvuzxc12
Pick the workflow—not just the feature list.
Each tool serves a different job. These short summaries help you decide when ScreenBuddy is the better fit.
Screen Studio
Screen Studio is best for: A polished Mac-first recording workflow.
Choose ScreenBuddy when: Choose ScreenBuddy when you need spotlight and lightbox alongside auto-zoom, local editing, Windows support, and a one-time license.
Read the full comparisonLoom
Loom is best for: Fast link sharing and asynchronous team communication.
Choose ScreenBuddy when: Choose ScreenBuddy when local media processing, ownership of the finished file, and timeline-level attention control matter more than cloud sharing.
Read the full comparisonOBS
OBS is best for: Live production, streaming, and highly configurable capture.
Choose ScreenBuddy when: Choose ScreenBuddy when you want recording and a purpose-built product-demo editor in the same app without manual zoom keyframing.
Read the full comparisonONE-TIME LICENSE
ScreenBuddy for Mac & Windows.
Try the complete recording and editing workflow first. Pay once only when ScreenBuddy has earned a place in how you explain your product.
Free trialRecord, edit, and preview free.
Paid licenseSave and export MP4 or GIF
$29.99
One-time purchase · no subscription
- macOS and Windows installers
- MP4 and GIF export
- Personal and internal business use
- Future updates are included in the current offer.
Checkout and license delivery are handled by Lemon Squeezy. Internet is required for activation and update checks.
Need 5+ licenses? Contact usFAQ
Know exactly what you are downloading.
No “free” ambiguity: Record, edit, and preview free. A one-time license is required to save or export.
What can I do in the free trial?
No card. Record, edit, and preview free. A one-time license is required to save or export.
Is ScreenBuddy a subscription?
No. The current ScreenBuddy license is a one-time $29.99 purchase. Future updates are included in the current offer. There is no monthly or annual subscription.
Which platforms are supported?
ScreenBuddy supports macOS 12 or later on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs, plus 64-bit Windows 10 and Windows 11. The full recording and editing workflow is available on both Mac and Windows.
Does my footage leave my computer?
Recording, editing, and media processing happen locally on your device. An internet connection is required for license activation and update checks; ScreenBuddy does not upload your recording to a cloud editor.
What can I export?
A paid license unlocks MP4 and GIF export. ScreenBuddy includes common horizontal, square, and vertical aspect-ratio options for product pages, social posts, and documentation.
Can a company use ScreenBuddy?
The current terms allow personal and internal business use. If you need five or more licenses, contact us so we can help with the purchase.
YOUR NEXT RELEASE
Ship the video that shows people exactly where to look.
Download the free trial, record the next thing you need to explain, and see the full edit before deciding whether to export.
Record, edit, and preview free. A one-time license is required to save or export.
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GUIDES
Product-demo guides
Build videos around one audience, one outcome, and one destination.
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Capture, audio, region, and quality workflows for Mac and Windows.
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