Is Vizzy Free? Is Specterr Free? Pricing Compared
Is Vizzy Free? Is Specterr Free? Pricing Compared
Yes, Vizzy is free: as of October 2026 its own FAQ says you can make as many videos as you want, with no watermark, and the site is funded by ads and donations. Specterr is free only in a limited way: its free plan exports one 720p video a day, up to 5 minutes, with a watermark. Shimga sits in between: standard exports up to 4K/60 fps and 5 minutes are free with no watermark and no account, and Pro adds extra elements, templates and longer videos.
Below are the facts from each company's own website, dated, plus a simple way to judge which pricing model suits you.
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Quick answer (as of 27 October 2026)
- Is Vizzy free? Yes. Vizzy's FAQ: "Is it really free? Yes, you can create as many videos/projects as you want." Its home page lists "No watermarks", "Up to 4K" and "Up to 60 FPS".
- Is Specterr free? Partly. The Free plan is $0 with "1 videos / day", "720p 30fps", "5 minute videos", "Watermark on videos" and "Videos expire in 10 days".
- Specterr paid plans: Pro $198 billed yearly (60 videos a year, 1080p 60 fps, 10-minute videos), Unlimited $588 billed yearly (4K 60 fps, 120-minute videos). Single videos without a watermark are $14.99 (720p), $19.99 (1080p) or $29.99 (4K).
- Shimga: free standard exports up to 4K/60 fps, up to 5 minutes, no watermark, no account. Pro is Monthly $5, Yearly $48 or a one-time Lifetime plan.
- Free alternative to both: Vizzy and Shimga are the two free, no-watermark browser options.
Pricing side by side
| Vizzy | Specterr | Shimga | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes, unlimited projects | Yes, 1 video/day | Yes |
| Watermark on free | No | Yes | No (studio video exports) |
| Free max quality | Up to 4K, up to 60 fps | 720p, 30 fps | Up to 4K, 60 fps |
| Free max length | Browser memory and file-size limits | 5 minutes | 5 minutes |
| Account needed to export | Check vizzy.io | Sign-up | No |
| Paid options | None listed; donations via Ko-fi | Subscriptions (yearly prices above) or per video | Pro: $5/month, $48/year, or Lifetime |
| Where rendering happens | Your device (browser) | Cloud | Your device (browser) |
| Funding model | Ads and donations | Subscriptions | Pro plans |
Sources: vizzy.io home page and FAQ; specterr.com/pricing; shimga.app. Checked 27 October 2026. Specterr's page also shows monthly billing, which costs more per month than yearly billing.
What each pricing model means for you
Free, ad and donation funded (Vizzy)
You pay nothing. The trade-off is that the business depends on goodwill and ad revenue, so features and limits can change. Vizzy's FAQ also notes practical browser limits: with its WebAssembly encoder, exports cannot exceed 4 GB (or 2 GB without the File System API), and inactive accounts have files and non-public projects cleaned up after 3 months.
Credits and subscriptions (Specterr)
You pay for a number of videos a year, at a resolution tier. This suits labels or channels with a steady release schedule. Because rendering happens in the cloud, it can also suit people with slow computers. Watch the credit maths: Specterr's FAQ says longer videos on Pro spend multiple credits, at up to 10 minutes per credit.
Free tier plus subscription or lifetime (Shimga)
The free tier covers most single-song videos. Pro is for people who need longer videos, Pro elements such as the advanced circle spectrums, particles and 3D scenes, or Pro templates. A Lifetime plan is a one-time payment instead of a renewal.
Perpetual licences (live VJ software)
Real-time VJ tools often sell a perpetual licence with a year of updates. As of October 2026, Synesthesia lists Standard at $199 and Pro at $399, and Resolume lists Avenue at €299 and Arena at €799. These are for live performance, not music video exports. See real-time DJ visuals: free vs paid.
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How to evaluate subscription vs perpetual licensing
Ask four questions before paying for any audio visualization software:
- How many videos will I make in a year? One single every two months does not need an unlimited plan.
- What is the longest video I need? DJ mixes and podcasts blow past 5 or 10-minute caps fast.
- What happens to my exports if I stop paying? Specterr's FAQ says exported videos stay available for download after cancellation. Browser tools save the MP4 to your own device, so there is nothing to lose.
- Does the price buy updates? Perpetual licences usually include 12 months of updates. Check the renewal cost.
A simple rule: if a free tier covers your next three releases, start there. Pay only when you hit a specific limit.
Try a free alternative in five minutes
- Open Shimga's studio. No sign-up.
- Choose a preset or a community template.
- Add your song and your cover art.
- Pick 16:9 for YouTube, or 9:16 for Shorts and Spotify Canvas.
- Export an MP4. Compare it with the same song in Vizzy and keep whichever you like better.
Screenshot: shimga.app/templates, October 2026
Which one should you choose?
- Lowest cost, no strings: Vizzy or Shimga's free tier.
- Slow computer, steady release schedule, budget available: Specterr's cloud rendering.
- Free most of the time, occasional long video or premium look: Shimga with Pro when you need it.
- Live shows, not video files: a VJ tool such as Synesthesia or Resolume.
For a feature-by-feature look, read Shimga vs Vizzy and Shimga vs Specterr.
FAQ
Is Vizzy really free?
According to Vizzy's own FAQ, yes: "you can create as many videos/projects as you want". It says it is funded by ad revenue and donations through Ko-fi. Checked 27 October 2026.
Does Vizzy add a watermark?
Vizzy's home page lists "No watermarks". Its FAQ says you do not have to credit Vizzy, though it appreciates a link in your video description.
Is Specterr free?
Specterr has a $0 Free plan, but it adds a watermark, exports at 720p 30 fps, allows one video a day up to 5 minutes, and videos expire after 10 days.
How much does Specterr cost?
As of October 2026, Pro is $198 billed yearly and Unlimited is $588 billed yearly. A single watermark-free video costs $14.99 to $29.99 depending on resolution.
What is a good Vizzy alternative?
Shimga is a close alternative: also browser-based, also no watermark, with templates and 16:9, 9:16 and 1:1 exports. See our Vizzy alternative guide.
Is there a free alternative to Specterr without a watermark?
Yes. Vizzy and Shimga both export without a watermark on their free tiers, as of October 2026.
Is vizzy.io the official site?
Yes, vizzy.io is the address Vizzy's own app and FAQ use.
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Last updated: October 2026. All competitor prices and plan details were taken from vizzy.io and specterr.com/pricing on 27 October 2026 and may change.