The Best Fraps AlternativesTop Screen Recorders & Screenshot Capture Tools like Fraps

Fraps is described as 'Universal Windows application that can be used with games using DirectX or OpenGL graphic technology. In its current form Fraps performs many tasks and can best be described as:' and is a very popular screenshot capture tool in the video & movies category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Fraps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Web-based and Android apps. The best Fraps alternative is OBS Studio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Fraps are SimpleScreenRecorder, MSI Afterburner, Bandicam and VokoscreenNG.

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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.

    195 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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    Comment summary: OBS Studio, while primarily a live streaming software, is noted for its capability as a screen recorder with more flexibility and features than Fraps. Despite its learning curve, users appreciate its open-source nature and ability to support screen or window recording. Some users see OBS as more than just an alternative to Fraps, highlighting its added functionalities. However, a few express concern that OBS might not match the ease of use associated with dedicated screen recording tools.
    Top Positive Comment
    Shujin
    5

    It can record and stream video in games, applications, and on the desktop.

    Top Negative Comment
    Noah Sean
    0

    OBS is a complete recording solution, while Fraps is just an FPS monitor.

    Guest
    Negative
    6

    OBS is first and for most a Live Streaming Software. While it is far more flexible it does not come with the ease of use a dedicated screen recorder does.

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

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

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

    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourceFraps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OBS Studio is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightFraps is not according to our users
  2. SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    SimpleScreenRecorder

     148 likes
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    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

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    Comments about SimpleScreenRecorder as an Alternative to Fraps
    ab1
    Positive
    0

    Relatively simple and also functional

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Very low impact on CPU and RAM It occupies very few MB for the creation of video (with standard settings - 2 min. lenght = 10 MB approximately) Easy to use and configure

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Simple, very lightweight footprint on CPU, OpenSource (need else?)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks SimpleScreenRecorder is a great Fraps alternative.

    • SimpleScreenRecorder is Free and Open SourceFraps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • SimpleScreenRecorder is LightweightFraps is not according to our users
  4. MSI Afterburner icon

    MSI Afterburner

     146 likes
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    Comprehensive tool offering GPU overclocking, video and screen capture, and overlays, with support for Nvidia and ATI cards. Features Kombustor stress test, portable use, ad-free experience, manual exclusion of false positives in displays, and multiple video compression options.

    48 MSI Afterburner alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Comments about MSI Afterburner as an Alternative to Fraps
    Danilo Venom
    Positive
    2

    MSI Afterburner can record videos and display the FPS counter in your game, one of main Fraps functionality.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's free and offers a lot of functions

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think MSI Afterburner is a great Fraps alternative, some don't.

    • MSI Afterburner is Free and ProprietaryFraps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • MSI Afterburner is LightweightFraps is not according to our users
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    Bandicam

     130 likes
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    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 (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Positive
    1

    The UI is more user friendly and it is a snap to use.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Nikolay Vorontsov
    Positive
    2

    It record, it count, it asking for money. It`s ok.

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    • Most users think Bandicam is a great Fraps alternative.

    • Bandicam is Freemium and ProprietaryFraps is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Bandicam is LightweightFraps is not according to our users
  8. MangoHUD icon

    MangoHUD

     36 likes
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    A Vulkan and OpenGL overlay for monitoring FPS, temperatures, CPU/GPU load and more. Discord: https://discordapp.com/invite/Gj5YmBb - flightlessmango/MangoHud

    14 MangoHUD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Proton
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    Comments about MangoHUD as an Alternative to Fraps
    ab1
    Positive
    0

    Far more useful than FRAPS

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    • MangoHUD is Free and Open SourceFraps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • MangoHUD is Customizable and LightweightFraps is not according to our users
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    Action!

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    Action! enables HD, 4K, HDR10, and 8K streaming and recording, integrates fps displays, webcams, and live audio commentary. With overlays, monitoring tools, and benchmarking features, it offers a multifaceted solution for gaming capture.

    100 Action! alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
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    Comments about Action! as an Alternative to Fraps
    pyxxl
    Positive
    0

    Nice interface and (AS OF WRITING) was last updated June '19.

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    They're both a recording software

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Action! is a great Fraps alternative.

    • Action! is the most popular commercial alternative to Fraps.

    • Action! is Paid and ProprietaryFraps is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Action! is LightweightFraps is not according to our users
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    CamStudio

     177 likes
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    Record your computer screen with audio input from Mic or Speakers. Also shows mouse clicks in addition to the regular cursor. Simple interface with ability to record in AVI or export as swf.

    161 CamStudio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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    ActivePresenter

     61 likes
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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.

    115 ActivePresenter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Loom

     32 likes
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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.

    214 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 Web-based, Android, iPhone & Android Tablet alternative to Fraps.

    • Loom is Freemium and ProprietaryFraps is also Freemium and Proprietary
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