Last updated: January 2026
What Is CrankWheel?
Screen sharing during sales calls shouldn't require sending calendar invites, downloading software, or navigating technical hurdles. When a prospect is interested right now, you need to show them your product right now—not schedule a demo for next week. CrankWheel is built for this moment, providing instant screen sharing that works on any device, any browser, with zero downloads required for viewers.
The platform is designed specifically for inside sales teams who do demos over the phone. While tools like Zoom and Google Meet are great for scheduled meetings, they create friction for spontaneous conversations. CrankWheel eliminates that friction—send a link, share your screen, close the deal.
For sales teams where phone remains the primary channel, CrankWheel bridges the gap between audio conversations and visual demonstrations without the overhead of traditional video conferencing.
Start Your Free CrankWheel TrialKey Features of CrankWheel
Instant Screen Sharing
Share your screen in seconds. Click to start sharing, send a link to your prospect, and they see your screen immediately—no downloads, no accounts, no waiting rooms. Works in any modern browser on desktop, tablet, or mobile.
One-Click for Viewers
Prospects click a link and see your screen. That's it. No "download our app," no "create an account," no "allow these permissions." The simplicity converts more prospects from "let me show you" to actually seeing your demo.
Phone Integration
CrankWheel is designed to complement phone calls, not replace them. Share your screen while maintaining your phone conversation—the audio stays on the phone where sales calls happen naturally. This hybrid approach keeps the personal connection of voice while adding visual demonstration.
Recording and Analytics
Record sessions for training, review, or compliance. Analytics show engagement—how long did viewers watch, what screens did they see, when did they drop off. Data helps improve your demos and qualify interest.
CRM Integration
Log demos automatically in your CRM. Integrations with Salesforce, HubSpot, and other CRMs create activity records, attach recordings, and maintain your sales activity history without manual data entry.
Mobile Viewer Support
Prospects can view your demo on their phones—important for decision-makers who aren't at their desks. The mobile viewing experience is optimized for small screens and variable connections.
CrankWheel Pricing in 2026
Professional — $29/user/month with unlimited screen sharing, recordings, and core features. Good for individual reps and small teams.
Business — $49/user/month adds advanced analytics, team management, and additional integrations.
Enterprise — Custom pricing for large sales organizations with SSO, advanced security, and dedicated support requirements.
Annual billing provides discounts, and volume pricing is available for larger teams.
Try CrankWheel FreePros and Cons of CrankWheel
Pros
- Zero friction for viewers — One click, instant viewing, no downloads
- Optimized for sales calls — Built for phone-based demos, not generic meetings
- Works everywhere — Any browser, any device, including mobile viewers
- Fast setup — Presenters get started in minutes
- Phone-friendly — Complements rather than replaces voice conversations
- Good integrations — CRM connections for sales workflow
Cons
- One-way by design — Prospects view but don't share back
- Limited video conferencing — Not a full meeting replacement
- Niche focus — May be too specialized if you need general video meetings
- Price per user — Costs add up with larger teams
Who Should Use CrankWheel?
Inside Sales Teams — The core use case: phone-based sellers who need visual demonstration capability.
Call Centers — Agents showing customers how to use products or navigate processes.
Insurance and Financial Services — Regulated industries where phone remains primary but visuals help explain complex products.
Technical Support — Showing customers solutions rather than just describing them.
CrankWheel vs Alternatives
Zoom/Google Meet are full video conferencing platforms with more features but more friction for spontaneous demos.
Loom is async video messaging rather than live screen sharing—different use case.
Demodesk offers similar sales demo focus with more coaching and automation features at higher price.
Showcase provides live demo capabilities with interactive product features.
CrankWheel's niche is the spontaneous, phone-call-based demo where viewer simplicity is paramount.
Demo Better with CrankWheelGetting Started with CrankWheel
- Sign up for free trial — Get started without a credit card
- Install the extension — Chrome extension enables one-click sharing
- Start a call — Call your prospect as usual
- Share your screen — Click to share, send the link via SMS or email
- Demo while talking — Show your product while continuing the conversation
- Review recording — Analyze the session and log in CRM
Frequently Asked Questions
Do prospects need to install anything?
No—they just click a link and see your screen in their browser. No apps, no downloads, no accounts.
Can I share on mobile while they view on desktop?
CrankWheel is typically used from desktop with viewers on any device. Mobile presenting is limited.
Is there video conferencing?
CrankWheel focuses on screen sharing with phone audio. For full video meetings, you'd use it alongside or use a different tool.
How do I send the viewing link?
Copy and paste into SMS, email, or chat—or use integrations to send automatically. The link is short and easy to share.
Final Verdict
CrankWheel solves a specific problem exceptionally well: the friction of moving from a phone conversation to a visual demonstration. For sales teams where calls still happen on phones and spontaneous demos drive conversions, that friction removal is valuable.
The platform isn't trying to replace video conferencing for scheduled meetings—it's optimized for the "let me show you real quick" moment that happens during sales calls. That focus makes it excellent at what it does, even if that scope is narrower than general-purpose tools.
If your sales process involves phone calls that would convert better with instant visual support, CrankWheel is purpose-built for you.
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