Vento is a web-based screen recording tool (available as a Chrome/Edge extension) with a twist: it allows you to pause, rewind, and re-record specific segments of your recording rather than having to redo the entire video. It aims to simplify the screen-recording experience, especially for those who make mistakes mid-take (e.g. stuttering, distractions, or forgetting something) and want a more forgiving workflow.
It’s marketed as a more flexible alternative to tools like Loom or Screencastify.
Vento is offered as a lifetime-deal via AppSumo (i.e. one-time payment) with lifetime access to its “Premium” features.
Key Features
Here are the standout features of Vento:
| Feature | Description |
| Pause + rewind + re-record | You can pause during recording, rewind a few seconds, and then re-record over just that part. No need to start from scratch. |
| Chapter headings & annotations | You can insert chapter headings during recording (or after) to help viewers jump to sections. Also, you can add annotations (author notes) as overlays. |
| Audio transcription | Real-time (or near real-time) transcription while recording, which aids in locating where to rewind or edit. |
| Screen + webcam + audio support | Vento supports capturing screen, internal/external audio, and webcam video. |
| 1080p output & upload speed | The deal includes 1080p recording quality and “zero processing & upload time. |
| Unlimited hosted videos (with limits per video) | Under the Premium plan via the AppSumo deal you get unlimited hosted videos, though there is a limit on individual video length (1 hour per video) under the deal. |
| Browser extension, no separate app needed | Works via Chrome or Edge extension; you don’t need to install a separate desktop app. |