Bandicam Alternatives for Mac

Bandicam is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best Mac alternative is OBS Studio, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Bandicam and loads of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Bandicam are Camtasia, OpenScreen, Cap and Screen Studio.

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Bandicam alternatives are mainly Screen Recorders, but if you're looking for Screenshot Capture Tools or Screen Casting Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Free, Windows + Free, Mac, Open Source, Windows and Android. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Bandicam.
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  1. OBS Studio icon

    OBS Studio

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    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.

    194 OBS Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • FreeBSD
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    has all the necessary functions for recording and streaming

    Guest
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    it's free and works for mac

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    Guest
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    It is open source so there aren't any locked feature, and even you have more control on your video (config) than the premium version of Bandicam.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think OBS Studio is a great Bandicam alternative.

    • OBS Studio is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Bandicam.

    • OBS Studio is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Bandicam.

    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourceBandicam is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OBS Studio is Customizable and Privacy focusedBandicam is not according to our users
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    Camtasia

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    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.

    266 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    • Most users think Camtasia is a great Bandicam alternative.

    • Camtasia is the most popular Web-based alternative to Bandicam.

    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryBandicam is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. OpenScreen icon

    OpenScreen

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

    53 OpenScreen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Cap

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    Cap is an open source alternative to Loom. It's a video messaging tool that allows you to record, edit and share videos in seconds.

    85 Cap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Screen Studio

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    Record macOS screens with smoothed mouse movement, zoomed click highlights, cinematic motion blur, and customizable backgrounds while integrating webcam, microphone, system sound, and easy video editing. Output in HD for instructional and promotional videos.

    90 Screen Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • Screen Studio is the most popular commercial alternative to Bandicam.

    • Screen Studio is Paid and ProprietaryBandicam is Freemium and Proprietary
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    ActivePresenter

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    Authoring solution enabling interactive eLearning course creation, flexible project layouts, advanced screen recording, video editing tools with annotation, timeline-based adjustments, and export to video, image, HTML5, SCORM, xAPI, office, or PDF formats.

    114 ActivePresenter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. Loom icon

    Loom

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    Easy and free screen recorder for Mac, Windows, and Chromebooks. Record your camera and screen with audio directly from your Chrome browser and share the video with your team, friends, and family.

    213 Loom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    • Loom is the most popular Android, iPhone & Android Tablet alternative to Bandicam.

    • Loom is Freemium and ProprietaryBandicam is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    QuickTime Player

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    Watch Internet video, HD movie trailers, and personal media clips. Whether it’s on the web or on your desktop, QuickTime Player brings your digital media brilliantly to life.

    173 QuickTime Player alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
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    flowy

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    macOS tool for detailed screen recording, timeline-based video editing, customizable cursor animations, camera and audio capture, background editing, and easy sharing. Suitable for tutorials, presentations, or social media creation with a user-friendly workflow.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
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