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Raybeam
Raybeam is a macOS application designed to provide precise control over screen sharing during video calls.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Share a draggable, resizable screen region on macOS for precise screen sharing.
Who should look elsewhere
Requires macOS 14 or later, limiting older OS users.
Pros
- +Offers precise control over shared screen content, avoiding clutter.
- +Ideal for multi-monitor or ultra-wide screen setups.
- +Enhances privacy by allowing exclusion of sensitive applications.
- +Live annotations improve communication during presentations.
- +Seamless integration with existing video call workflows.
Cons
- −Requires macOS 14 or later, limiting older OS users.
- −Specific to macOS, not available on other operating systems.
Key features
- ✓Draggable and resizable screen region sharing
- ✓Live feed updates instantly with region changes
- ✓Hot key support for quick region changes and controls
- ✓Menu bar access for discreet operation
- ✓Hidden apps feature to exclude specific windows from the stream
- ✓Drawing mode for live annotations on the shared region
- ✓Compatibility with Discord, Slack, Zoom, and Teams
- ✓Supports macOS 14+ on Apple Silicon or Intel Macs
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $9.99 | month | Share a region of your screen to other apps; Annotation, Drawing & laser pointer; Hidden apps and hidden app groups (Up to 5 apps) |
| Pro | $4.99 | month | Share a region of your screen to other apps; Annotation, Drawing & laser pointer; Unlimited hidden apps |