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Tango vs iorad: which should you choose?
A neutral breakdown of both tools, plus a third option if neither fits your budget.
Tango
Tango captures browser workflows into visual how-to guides and can show in-app guidance on top of web apps. It is Scribe’s closest head-to-head rival.
Best for: Teams that live in web apps and want guidance overlays inside those apps.
iorad
iorad builds interactive “try it” tutorials from captured workflows, aimed at customer education and training teams.
Best for: Customer education teams building interactive product tutorials at scale.
Side by side
| Tango | iorad | Howdock | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free (capped workflows, up to 10 users) | Check vendor | Free forever |
| Entry paid plan | $22/user/mo annual · $26 monthly (Pro, 1–2 users) | From about $200/mo (Starter) | $22/mo annual · $29 monthly (Pro) |
| Teams | $15/user/mo annual · $20 monthly, 3+ users (Pro Team) | Plan-based | $12/seat/mo annual · $15 monthly, 2-seat minimum |
| Unlimited guides on the free plan | ✕ No | Check vendor | ✓ Yes |
| Browser capture (extension) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Desktop / any-app capture | Paid plans | Check vendor | ✓ Yes |
| Desktop capture on the free plan | ✕ No | Check vendor | ✓ Yes |
| Desktop capture without installing an app | ✕ No | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| PDF export on the free plan | ✕ No | Check vendor | Yes (small badge) |
| Screenshot redaction on the free plan | ✕ No | Check vendor | ✓ Yes |
| Custom branding | Check vendor | Paid plans | Pro & Team |
| AI-written step text | ✓ Yes | Check vendor | ✓ Yes |
| Video output | ✕ No | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Team plan seat minimum | 3 seats | Plan-based | 2 seats |
Competitor prices are public list prices as of November 2026 (sources: softwares.com Tango pricing (checked Oct 2026); Trupeer Tango pricing comparison (2026); G2 Tango vs iorad (2026)). Vendors change pricing often, so confirm on their sites before buying.
Verdict
- Choose Tango for: clean capture and attractive guides.
- Choose iorad for: interactive try-it walkthroughs.
- Choose Howdock if you want screenshot guides with free PDF export, redaction and desktop capture, at a lower price.
FAQ
Which is cheaper, Tango or iorad?
Tango: $22/user/mo annual · $26 monthly (Pro, 1–2 users). iorad: From about $200/mo (Starter). Team pricing and seat minimums change the answer, so use the calculator for your team size.
What is the main difference between Tango and iorad?
Tango is screenshot step-by-step guides; iorad is interactive tutorials. Teams that live in web apps and want guidance overlays inside those apps. Customer education teams building interactive product tutorials at scale.
Is there a cheaper option than both?
Howdock offers a free plan with PDF export and desktop capture, Pro at $22/mo annual and Team at $12/seat with a 2-seat minimum.
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