Free CamStudio AlternativesTop Screen Recorders & Screen Casting Tools like CamStudio

The best free alternative to CamStudio is OBS Studio, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to CamStudio and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to CamStudio are ShareX, OpenScreen, GPU Screen Recorder and SimpleScreenRecorder.

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  1. OBS Studio icon

    OBS Studio

     1298 likes

    A robust cross-platform application offering seamless screen recording and live-streaming capabilities across Mac, Windows, and Linux. It supports advanced features like H264 encoding, multiple scenes, customizable themes, and direct streaming to platforms like Twitch and YouTube.

    197 OBS Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • FreeBSD
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    Comments about OBS Studio as an Alternative to CamStudio
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    Way too complicated for someone simply wanting to record what's on their screen. Doesn't work "out-of-the-box".

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Free/Open. Reccording works well

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    OBS Studio icon
    OBS Studio icon

    • Most users think OBS Studio is a great CamStudio alternative.

    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourceCamStudio is also Free and Open Source
    • OBS Studio is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightCamStudio is not according to our users
  2. ShareX icon

    ShareX

     792 likes

    Open-source screen capture and file sharing tool with recording, editing, and annotation features. Supports 4K, dark mode, theming, offline use, and offers a lightweight, ad-free experience without tracking user data.

    253 ShareX alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
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  4. OpenScreen icon

    OpenScreen

     34 likes

    Create stunning screen recordings for free. Open-source, no subscriptions, no watermarks, and free for commercial use. An alternative to Screen Studio.

    55 OpenScreen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Tipard Screen Capture

    Tipard Screen Capture is able to capture any video/audio. This software allows you to record any video like webcam video, streaming video or other video tutorials on PC. Besides, it allows you to adjust the size of your screen.

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  7. SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    SimpleScreenRecorder

     148 likes

    SimpleScreenRecorder is a Linux screen recorder that supports X11 and OpenGL. It is easy to use, feature-rich, and has a Qt-based graphical user interface. It can record the entire screen or part of it, or record OpenGL applications directly.

    141 SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Linux
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    Comments about SimpleScreenRecorder as an Alternative to CamStudio
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    Positive
    -1

    Included in (Rosa-)Linux Repositories. Easy to install / use.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    SimpleScreenRecorder icon
    SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    • Some users think SimpleScreenRecorder is a great CamStudio alternative, some don't.

    • SimpleScreenRecorder is Free and Open SourceCamStudio is also Free and Open Source
    • SimpleScreenRecorder is LightweightCamStudio is not according to our users
  8. Bandicam icon

    Bandicam

     130 likes

    Bandicam is a lightweight screen recorder for Windows that can capture anything on your PC screen. Also, it makes it possible to record a certain area on a PC screen, or capture a game.

    158 Bandicam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. Camtasia icon

    Camtasia

     233 likes

    This all-in-one solution offers screen and webcam recording, video editing, and chroma key features, producing stunning HD-quality content easily shareable on platforms like YouTube and Screencast.com. Designed for training, presentations, and more, it supports H.264 format and compact file sizes.

    268 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Comments about Camtasia as an Alternative to CamStudio
    Guest
    Positive
    -2

    You can also Edit your videos, Pause them and more stuff with no problems

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Camtasia icon

    • Most users think Camtasia is a great CamStudio alternative.

    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryCamStudio is Free and Open Source
  11. VokoscreenNG icon

    VokoscreenNG

     72 likes

    VokoscreenNG is a user friendly screencaster for Linux and Windows. It is a continuation of the now discontinued Vokoscreen project that has been totally rewritten from scratch using Qt and GStreamer.

    171 VokoscreenNG alternatives

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  12. ScreenRec icon

    ScreenRec

     68 likes

    If you spend too much time on email and chat, try sending instant video messages and screenshots with ScreenRec. You'll get your point across faster and save precious hours.

    152 ScreenRec alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  13. Cap icon

    Cap

     23 likes

    Open-source tool for screen and camera capture with 4K recording, timeline editor, instant sharing via links, privacy controls, no signup, multiple layouts, custom branding, cursor options, threaded comments, self-hosting, and paid AI-powered features available.

    92 Cap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  14. Kooha icon

    Kooha

     21 likes

    Capture your screen in an intuitive and straightforward way without distractions.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  15. ScreenRecorder.me icon

    ScreenRecorder.me

     9 likes

    ScreenRecorder.me lets you create and share screen recordings directly from your browser without login. Customize stunning wallpapers, apply webcam effects, and use intuitive sliders for quick styling. Experience smooth animations with physics-based movements and effortlessly achieve professional results.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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