Loom is a video messaging and screen recording tool that lets teams share quick async video updates instead of meetings. It records your screen, webcam, and audio simultaneously and generates a shareable link instantly. AI features include automatic transcripts, video summaries, and chapter markers — making it the default async communication tool for distributed teams who want to eliminate status meetings.
A screen and camera recording tool used by 25 million people to share quick video updates instead of long emails — now with AI-generated summaries and highlights.
What Is Loom Used For?
Loom is used for asynchronous video communication — replacing meetings and long emails with brief screen recordings. Common use cases: walkthrough feedback on design mockups, bug reproduction videos for engineers, product demo recordings for prospects, onboarding tutorials for new team members, and standup updates for distributed teams. The shareable link is instant — no upload, no file attachment.
Is Loom Free? What Do You Get?
Loom's free Starter plan includes 25 videos, up to 5 minutes each, with basic AI transcripts. Business ($12.50/user/mo billed annually): unlimited videos, unlimited recording length, AI editing, and engagement analytics. The most common free-tier limitations hit quickly: the 5-minute cap and 25-video workspace limit. Engineering teams using Loom for async code review typically upgrade within the first month.
Heat Score
0–100 viral momentum index combining social buzz, search trends & growth velocity
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Heat Score Breakdown
Creator Buzz (30%)3
Search Interest (25%)16
Community Discussion (20%)2
Growth Momentum (25%)13
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A.R.C. Score
A.R.C. ratings are calculated for developer infrastructure and API-first tools. This tool hasn't been evaluated yet or falls outside the A.R.C. scope.
🔓Data Lock-In Index
34/ 100
Lower = more portable. 0 = fully open, 100 = maximum lock-in.
✓ Webhooks Out✓ Bulk Export✗ Open Formats
Pricing
freemium
Best For
Teams & Solo
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