Verified User in Entertainment
AE
Verified User in Entertainment
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Really powerful software!"
4/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

Uses full video quality of iPhone and does not require going to a location Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

Now that the audio issues have been fixed, there are very few things I dislike about this platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Teresa Hill of OpenReel

Firstly, thank you for sharing your valuable feedback. We love hearing that we've enabled your team to quickly deploy interviews and empower your clients with new, innovative video solutions. We are also thrilled to tell you about our new Pro Audio feature, live now in OpenReel Capture 2.0. When enabled, echo cancellation is turned off, allowing you to adjust audio levels live in the shoot and get up to 40% more data in the audio file. We look forward to hearing what you create with this and our other new capabilities!

Verified User in Online Media
UO
Verified User in Online Media
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"OR is a powerful piece of software but there are definitely some awkwardly designed features."
3.5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

Recording on iphones and being able to see and control what is going on has been a big plus. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

No autoflip, no vertical recording (without turning my computer sideway), clunky invite system (though I know this was worked on for 2.0) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Logan Ferro of OpenReel

Thank you for your review of OpenReel! We appreciate the feedback from our valued customers so we can continue to improve our offerings and meet the needs of video creators alike. We're so glad you OpenReel Capture has enabled you to work around restrictions and the controls allow you to capture the desired footage, regardless of the device. We have made significant changes to our invitation workflow in OpenReel Capture 2.0 to make it easier for your Subject to join a session. We look forward to getting this new platform into your hands and expanding our features to fit your needs! Please check out our monthly Product Updates to stay in the know on the latest enhancements and features!

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Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
EN
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great platform for capturing excellent quality video remotely"
4.5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

The ability to have people with different role in a shoot is great. You can have someone directing while a camera operator manages the platform. Creative and account teams can give feedback in realtime. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

Main limitation is the camera you can use - we use Iphone 11 which gives good quality but just has a lack of changeable lenses Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Logan Ferro of OpenReel

Thank you for your review! We are thrilled OpenReel has enabled your team to collaborate remotely. In addition to iPhone 11s, we support iPhones (model 7 and newer), iPad Pros, Android mobile devices, Android tablets, webcams, and DSLR cameras. I hope that helps device limitations you were facing. It's been important to us to make video shoots more accessible for distributed teams and want to provide an easy way for teams to integrate our camera controls directly into your workflow. We appreciate your feedback!

Verified User in Higher Education
AH
Verified User in Higher Education
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Complete control over your video production needs."
5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

The control that you gain over your subjects. No need for a video production crew with lights, bounce boards, boom mics or lavs, etc. Everything that you would need for an extremely high-quality video is all wrapped up in an excellent web interface and mobile app. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

I could have written something here, but I have seen Version 2.0, and all of my nitpicky recommendations were solved. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Lindsey Hotaling of OpenReel

Appreciate your review! The OpenReel team is thrilled to work with higher education customers like you to help streamline video production workflows and create professional-quality video more efficiently, affordably, and sustainably at scale. We're so excited that your concerns have been addressed in the updated version of Remote Capture, and we can't wait to deliver that version to our valued customers! Thanks again for sharing your feedback with us.

Verified User in Media Production
AM
Verified User in Media Production
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Film people remotely at highest quality possible"
4.5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

Final video quality is great, software is easy to use for both director and subjects Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

Teleprompter function is useful but doesn't work well since subjects' eyes are clearly looking away from their camera (at their screen!) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Logan Ferro of OpenReel

Thanks for your review! We're glad to hear you find Capture easy to use and navigate from both sides of the camera. It's important to us to make video shoots accessible from remote locations with the highest possible quality. It's also great to hear your feedback so we can work to improve the tool. Some best practices we encourage is to maximize the script print so the Subject's eye line is minimal when using the teleprompter. We look forward to expanding our features to fit your needs while still providing the highest quality video. Please check out our Product Updates to stay in the know on the latest and greatest!

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Verified User in Media Production
AM
Verified User in Media Production
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"ALLin Reviews Open Reel"
4.5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

Open Reel solved the biggest problem during COVID-19. Namely, how do you record video without putting folks at risk. This software allowed us to pivot and remain profitable in spite of a global pandemic. What else needs to be said? Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

The only downside of Open Reel is the cost. Truth be told, it is cost prohibitive so most small businesses can't afford it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Lindsey Hotaling of OpenReel

Thanks for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We're always looking for ways to provide more value to our customers by continually improving our offerings, and also providing strategic account management and timely customer support. It's great to hear that you're leveraging our solutions both in the field and remotely — we're inspired and energized by customers like ALLin who are pushing the boundaries of production with OpenReel.

Jesse S.
JS
Jesse S.
Freelance Videographer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"OpenReel Review"
5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

OpenReel is intuitive and easy to run remotely on our client's devices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

-Incompatibility with Android devices

-Resolution/frame rate limitations with webcams

-Occasional upload errors where footage is lost Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Lindsey Hotaling of OpenReel

Hi Jesse! Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback. We're thrilled that even as things normalize, you've realized the ongoing benefits of remote video creation. We think you'll be excited to utilize our crisp 1080p web and screen recording capabilities in the updated version of our platform, and also will enjoy our exciting roadmap that addresses your concerns and further improves your remote storytelling experience. Cheers!

Verified User in Media Production
AM
Verified User in Media Production
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"The OpenReel Staff has wonderful correspondence (and always speedy!)."
4.5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

The quality of video OR capture, the ease of use once tutorial is completed, the knowledgeable, accomodating, and friendly staff! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

It's not yet useable with all mobile devices, quality if recorded via webcam doesn't compare to that of an iPhone Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Lindsey Hotaling of OpenReel

Thanks for leaving this review! It's particularly meaningful for us to support small businesses and help them offer additional use cases at affordable rates for their clients by using remote video production to remove common logistical hurdles posed by going on-site.

We love hearing that you've had positive onboarding, impactful support, and easy filming experiences. With Remote Capture 2.0, our latest platform update, you'll reliably be able to film 1080p on webcam and screen recordings, which will help level the playing field between iOS mobile devices and our web offering. We're putting the finishing touches on 2.0 and can't wait to get it into your hands!

Edie C.
EC
Edie C.
Co-Founder
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Using OpenReel Capture has been a GAME CHANGER"
5/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

I love the ease of use, the functionality and most of all their amazing support team. The price to use this product fits my budget and my clients love the end result and so do I. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

The only current downside is that they are not yet compatible with all Android smartphones, but that's really not their issue it's due to the phone's operating systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Logan Ferro of OpenReel

Hi Edie, Thank you for your review! We are so happy you find the product easy to use and have has a pleasant experience with our support team. We're constantly working to improve our product based on customer feedback and are excited to let you know OpenReel is now fully compatible with Android devices. Stay in the know on product updates in our blog!

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Verified User in Motion Pictures and Film
UM
Verified User in Motion Pictures and Film
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"OpenReel has created a solution for a very tight situation"
4/5
What do you like best about OpenReel?

The ability to control the phone's settings, and their wifi settings. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about OpenReel?

The audio is a bit of a gamble sometimes. If the audio is coming hot, there's not too much you can do about it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Teresa Hill of OpenReel

Thanks for your feedback! We're happy that OpenReel's ease-of-use and remote capabilities have empowered your team to shoot interviews over the last many months, especially with Subjects who may not be able to participate in a shoot otherwise. We think you'll be excited about the new Pro Audio capabilities in OpenReel Capture 2.0, which is available to you now. For example, if your Subject is on AirPods, you will be prompted to turn Pro Audio on; this setting allows you to adjust audio levels during the shoot and get up to 40% more data in the audio file. Cheers!