Last updated: 2026-01-15

For most people creating clear, presenter-led screen recordings to post on LinkedIn, StreamYard is the best default because it runs in the browser, records high‑quality local files, and keeps layouts and branding simple to control. If you need deep encoder control on a powerful PC or ultra-quick async links for internal updates, OBS or Loom can complement StreamYard for those specific edge cases.

Summary

• Start with StreamYard for browser-based screen + camera recording, local multi‑track files, and layouts that look great on LinkedIn.
• Use OBS when you want a free, highly configurable recorder and are comfortable managing hardware, storage, and settings yourself. (OBS)
• Use Loom when you need fast, cloud‑hosted async walkthroughs, keeping in mind the 5‑minute and 25‑video caps on its free Starter plan. (Loom)
• For most LinkedIn creators and small teams, StreamYard’s mix of quality, ease of use, and team-friendly pricing (per workspace, not per user) will cover almost every recording need.

What makes a screen recorder "best" for LinkedIn?

When people search for the best screen recording software for LinkedIn, they usually don’t want a complicated production rig. They want a simple way to hit record, walk through a deck or product, appear confidently on camera, and post a sharp, watchable video that reflects their brand.

In our experience, five things matter most for LinkedIn:

1. Fast setup on typical laptops – ideally browser-based, no heavy install.
2. Presenter-led layouts – screen plus talking head, not just a raw desktop.
3. Reliable, high‑quality capture – without tuning encoders or bitrates.
4. Easy sharing and reuse – export once, repurpose across posts and platforms.
5. Affordable for teams – especially when multiple people record content.

StreamYard is built around exactly this workflow: you enter a browser studio, share your screen, control layouts, and record both local and cloud versions you can reuse anywhere, including LinkedIn. (StreamYard Recordings)

Why is StreamYard a strong default for LinkedIn screen recordings?

At StreamYard, we think about screen recording as a mini live show, even if you never go live. That mindset makes a big difference once your video hits LinkedIn’s feed.

Here’s what you get when you use StreamYard for LinkedIn-ready recordings:

• Presenter-visible screen sharing and layouts – You choose how much of the frame is your slides or product and how much is your face, using layouts designed for professional broadcasts.
• Independent audio control – You can balance screen audio and mic audio separately so your voice stays clear over any demo sound.
• Local multi-track recordings – You capture 1080p local recordings with separate audio and video files on-device, which is powerful for repurposing into shorts, reels, or future edits. (StreamYard Recordings)
• Landscape and portrait from the same session – You can create content that works in LinkedIn’s horizontal feed and vertical formats without re-recording from scratch.
• Live branding while you record – Overlays, logos, and other brand elements are applied during the session instead of added later in an editor.
• Presenter notes only you can see – You keep key talking points in view without cluttering the recorded frame.
• Multi-participant collaboration – You can bring in teammates or guests, share multiple screens, and still keep a clean, LinkedIn-friendly layout.

Because this all happens in the browser, it runs reliably on typical laptops—especially helpful if you’re on a managed corporate device where installing heavy software is painful.

How does StreamYard compare to OBS for LinkedIn videos?

OBS Studio is a powerful, free desktop application for recording and live streaming on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It lets you build scenes composed of multiple sources, including window and display captures, webcams, images, and more. (OBS)

Where OBS is strong:

• You get deep control over encoders, bitrates, and formats.
• All recording happens locally, with no vendor-imposed time caps—your limits are your hardware and storage.
• It’s popular with power users recording gameplay or complex multi-scene content.

Where StreamYard is usually a better fit for LinkedIn:

• Smoother learning curve: OBS expects you to configure scenes, audio routing, and encoding; StreamYard gives you an intuitive studio where layouts and audio just work.
• No heavy install: OBS is a full desktop app that depends heavily on your GPU and OS configuration. (OBS System Requirements) StreamYard runs in the browser, which is easier on locked-down work laptops.
• Multi-guest and multi-track by design: To record an interview in OBS, you typically juggle separate call software and capture windows. In StreamYard, guests join directly in the studio, and you can record local files per participant on all plans (with 2 hours/month local recording on Free and unlimited on paid plans). (StreamYard Local Recording)
• LinkedIn-focused workflows: You can record screen + camera in StreamYard with layouts tuned for social feeds, then upload the resulting file to LinkedIn or even multi-stream live to LinkedIn when you’re ready to run full events. (StreamYard Recordings)

If you love tinkering and mostly care about fine-grained encoder control on a powerful machine, OBS is a useful complementary tool. For most professionals just trying to publish high‑quality screen recordings on LinkedIn as part of their personal or brand marketing, StreamYard will feel faster and more intuitive.

When does Loom make sense—and where does StreamYard pull ahead?

Loom focuses on quick, asynchronous screen and webcam recordings. You record your screen, webcam, or both and get a shareable link immediately, which is convenient for internal updates and reviews. (Loom Screen Recorder)

On the Starter (free) plan, Loom:

• Limits standard screen recordings to 5 minutes per video.
• Allows up to 25 videos or screenshots per person in a workspace before you need to upgrade or delete content. (Loom Pricing)

Paid Loom plans remove those caps and add AI features, but pricing is per user per month, which can add up quickly when several people on your team need to record regularly. (Loom Pricing)

Where Loom fits well:

• Fast internal walkthroughs where the default viewer and link sharing are the main priority.
• Async feedback cycles inside tools like Slack or Jira.

Where StreamYard is often the better choice for LinkedIn-focused content:

• Long-form, polished screen recordings – You’re not constrained to 5-minute Starter limits, and your workflow is built around creating a single, high-quality asset you can repost, clip, and reuse.
• Team economics – Our pricing is per workspace, not per user, which is often far more affordable for teams where multiple people record and appear on camera.
• On-brand presence – StreamYard’s overlays, logos, and layout control help your LinkedIn videos look like a show, not just a quick screen grab.

Many teams pair the two: Loom for quick internal updates, StreamYard for anything that should live on LinkedIn or other external channels as part of a repeatable content strategy.

How do you get the best quality when posting to LinkedIn?

Even a great recording can look average if you don’t handle export and upload thoughtfully. A simple playbook:

1. Record in 1080p with good audio. With StreamYard, you can create 1080p HD local recordings with separate audio and video files, which keeps your master copy as clean as possible. (StreamYard Recordings)
2. Frame for the feed. Use layouts where your face is clearly visible beside the content you’re showing; tiny webcam bubbles in the corner are easy to skip in a busy LinkedIn feed.
3. Keep segments tight. Even if you record a long session, consider trimming to 60–180 seconds for the main feed post and using comments or a link out to share the full version.
4. Export once, repurpose often. Because StreamYard gives you clean files, you can cut them into shorts, carousels, and email embeds without re-recording.

A quick scenario: you run a 20-minute product walkthrough in StreamYard with screen + camera, presenter notes visible only to you, and a branded overlay. You export the full recording to upload to LinkedIn and your website, then cut three short clips highlighting key insights. That single session powers a month of LinkedIn content.

How does pricing compare for teams creating LinkedIn content?

Cost matters, especially when your goal is to get more people on your team recording regularly.

• StreamYard – We use workspace-based pricing, so one subscription can cover multiple people creating and joining sessions, which tends to be significantly more economical for teams than per‑seat pricing.
• Loom – Business and higher plans are billed per user per month, and while they remove the 5‑minute and 25‑video Starter caps, costs scale linearly with every new recorder. (Loom Pricing)
• OBS – Free to install and use, but you bear the cost in terms of setup time, hardware requirements, and lack of built-in cloud or team sharing. (OBS)

For many US-based marketing, sales, and founder teams primarily posting to LinkedIn, StreamYard usually hits the best balance: professional output, minimal friction, and predictable workspace pricing.

What we recommend

• Default choice: Use StreamYard as your main studio for screen + camera recordings you intend to publish on LinkedIn and other social platforms.
• Power-user add-on: Bring in OBS if you need highly customized, hardware-tuned local recordings and are comfortable managing files and settings.
• Async supplement: Use Loom for quick internal explainer videos, but switch to StreamYard when you want something polished, branded, and ready to represent you publicly on LinkedIn.
• Long-term strategy: Treat each StreamYard session as a content asset you can repurpose into multiple LinkedIn posts, rather than one-off screen captures.