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A Cursorful alternative for recording more than the browser
Cursorful's free Chrome extension is the easiest way to try automatic zoom, but it records browser tabs and is limited to non-commercial use. Once you need to record a desktop app, or use the videos for work, the choice is between Cursorful Pro at $79 and a desktop recorder such as AutoZoom at $69.
AutoZoom and Cursorful at a glance
| Tool | Runs on | One-time price | Subscription | Free option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AutoZoom | Windows 10/11, macOS 10.15+ | $69 (3 devices, all future updates) | $7.99/month | No free tier |
| Cursorful | Chrome extension, plus Windows and macOS apps | $79 Pro (2 desktop devices) | None | Free browser extension, non-commercial use |
Prices checked on each vendor's own site. Each name links to the page the figures came from.
| AutoZoom | Cursorful Free | Cursorful Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $69 once, or $7.99 a month | Free | $79 once per seat |
| What it records | Screen, window or region | Browser tabs | Any app |
| Runs on | Windows, macOS | Chrome, Edge and Brave on Windows, macOS and Linux | Windows, macOS |
| Automatic zoom | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Commercial use | Yes | No | Yes, 1 user |
| Desktop devices | 3 | None | 2 |
| 4K export | Yes | Listed under Pro | Yes |
Why people look for a Cursorful alternative
The free version stops at the browser
The extension records what happens in a browser tab. That covers web apps well. It does not cover a code editor, a design tool, a terminal or anything else running on the desktop. For those you need the Pro desktop apps.
Free means non-commercial
Cursorful's site limits the free plan to non-commercial use. A product demo, a client tutorial or a course you sell falls outside that, so most people making videos for work end up paying either way.
Where Cursorful is better
- It is free to start. No time limit and no sign-up. AutoZoom has no free tier.
- Nothing to install beyond an extension. If you only record web apps, it is the lightest option there is.
- It works on Linux. The extension runs in Chrome, Edge and Brave on Linux. AutoZoom does not support Linux yet.
- A large base of reviews. Cursorful's site shows a 4.9 rating from more than 1,000 Chrome Web Store ratings.
Where AutoZoom is the better fit
- You record desktop apps. AutoZoom captures the screen, a window or a region, in any app.
- You want more devices for less. $69 for up to 3 devices, against $79 per seat with 2 desktop activations.
- You want the extras built in. AutoZoom includes captions, keystroke display, AI voiceover and 3D perspective effects in the same licence.
Who should pick which
Pick Cursorful if you record web apps for personal projects, or you are on Linux. Start with the free extension and see whether you need more. Pick AutoZoom if you record desktop software for work and want a single licence across your machines.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cursorful free?
The Cursorful Chrome extension is free with no time limit and no sign-up, for non-commercial use. Cursorful Pro, which adds desktop apps and commercial use, is $79 once per seat as of October 2026.
Can Cursorful record desktop apps?
Only with Cursorful Pro, which includes desktop apps for Windows and macOS. The free extension records browser tabs in Chrome, Edge and Brave.
Can I use the free version of Cursorful for work?
Cursorful's site limits the free plan to non-commercial use. Commercial use is part of Cursorful Pro.
Does AutoZoom have a browser extension?
No. AutoZoom is a desktop app for Windows 10 and 11 and macOS 10.15 or later. It records the whole screen, a window or a region.
Which costs less for desktop recording, AutoZoom or Cursorful Pro?
AutoZoom is $69 once and activates on up to 3 devices. Cursorful Pro is $79 once per seat and includes 2 desktop activations.
Record any app, not only the browser
AutoZoom is a desktop recorder for Windows and macOS. $69 once for up to 3 devices, or $7.99 a month.