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 Screen Recorder in the video & movies category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Fraps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Steam and PortableApps.com apps. The best Fraps alternative is OBS Studio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Fraps are ShareX, MSI Afterburner, SimpleScreenRecorder and Bandicam.
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Fraps alternatives are mainly Screen Recorders but may also be Screenshot Capture Tools or Screen Casting Tools. Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Fraps.- Screen Recorder
- Freemium • Proprietary
185 OBS Studio alternativesA 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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
- Snapcraft
- Flathub
- PortableApps.com
- Steam
- FreeBSD
OBS Studio VS Fraps
Comments about OBS Studio as an Alternative to Fraps
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 CommentTop Negative CommentOBS 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.
Most Recent CommentVery nice, for free, opensource
243 ShareX alternativesOpen-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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
- United States
Platforms
- Windows
- PortableApps.com
- Steam
ShareX VS Fraps
46 MSI Afterburner alternativesComprehensive 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.
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
Taiwan
Platforms
- Windows
MSI Afterburner VS Fraps
Comments about MSI Afterburner as an Alternative to Fraps
Danilo_VenomMSI Afterburner can record videos and display the FPS counter in your game, one of main Fraps functionality.
It's free and offers a lot of functions
135 SimpleScreenRecorder alternativesSimpleScreenRecorder 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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Linux
SimpleScreenRecorder VS Fraps
Comments about SimpleScreenRecorder as an Alternative to Fraps
Most Recent Commentab1Relatively simple and also functional
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
Simple, very lightweight footprint on CPU, OpenSource (need else?)
149 Bandicam alternativesBandicam 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.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
South Korea
Platforms
- Windows
Bandicam VS Fraps
Comments about Bandicam as an Alternative to Fraps
The UI is more user friendly and it is a snap to use.
Nikolay VorontsovIt record, it count, it asking for money. It`s ok.
164 VokoscreenNG alternativesVokoscreenNG 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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Windows
- Linux
VokoscreenNG VS Fraps
96 Action! alternativesAction! 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.
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Platforms
- Windows
- Steam
Action! VS Fraps
Comments about Action! as an Alternative to Fraps
pyxxlNice interface and (AS OF WRITING) was last updated June '19.
They're both a recording software
13 MangoHUD alternativesA Vulkan and OpenGL overlay for monitoring FPS, temperatures, CPU/GPU load and more. Discord: https://discordapp.com/invite/Gj5YmBb - flightlessmango/MangoHud
MangoHUD VS Fraps
Comments about MangoHUD as an Alternative to Fraps
ab1Far more useful than FRAPS
It can record and stream video in games, applications, and on the desktop.