Fraps AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Screen Casting Tools

The best Screen Casting alternative to Fraps is OBS Studio, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Fraps and many of them are Screen Casting Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Screen Casting Tool alternatives to Fraps are ShareX, SimpleScreenRecorder, 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.

    186 OBS Studio alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • FreeBSD
    OBS Studio screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Live Streaming
    2.  Screen Recording
    3.  Capture Video
    4.  Live Broadcasting
    5.  Ability to select a source
    6.  Game Streaming
    7.  Audio Recording
    8.  Low CPU usage
    9.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    10.  Virtual camera output
    11.  Record desktop activity
    12. Twitch icon  Twitch Integration

    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 Comment
    Shujin
    Aug 1, 2015
    6

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

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    Jun 20, 2018
    5

    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.

    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive Mar 21, 2018
    2

    Very nice, for free, opensource

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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 CustomizableFraps is not according to our users
  2. ShareX icon

    ShareX

     757 likes
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    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.

    242 ShareX alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    Main window

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Screen Recording
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Screenshot OCR
    4.  Capture Video
    5.  Edit screenshots
    6.  Built-in Image editor
    7.  Share Videos
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  GIF recording
    10.  Support for Hotkeys
    11.  Record videos
    12.  Share screenshots

    ShareX VS Fraps

     
  4. SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    SimpleScreenRecorder

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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.

    135 SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    SimpleScreenRecorder screenshot 1
    SimpleScreenRecorder screenshot 2

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Screen Recording
    2.  Capture Video
    3.  Record videos
    4.  Record HD screen
    5.  Live Screen Recording
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Support for Gestures
    8.  Legacy Firefox Addon

    SimpleScreenRecorder VS Fraps

     
    Comments about SimpleScreenRecorder as an Alternative to Fraps
    Most Recent Comment
    ab1
    Positive Jun 6, 2021
    0

    Relatively simple and also functional

    Guest
    Positive Mar 18, 2017
    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

    Guest
    Positive May 30, 2020
    0

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

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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
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    Bandicam

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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.

    150 Bandicam alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • KR flagSouth Korea

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Get Started

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Screen Recording
    2.  Record desktop activity
    3.  Capture Video
    4.  FPS counter
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    7.  Full video recording
    8.  Live recording
    9.  Voice Recording
    10.  Game Benchmarking
    11.  Dynamic retargeting
    12.  Webcam overlays

    Bandicam VS Fraps

     
    Comments about Bandicam as an Alternative to Fraps
    Guest
    Positive May 27, 2016
    1

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

    Nikolay Vorontsov
    Positive Feb 5, 2019
    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
  7. VokoscreenNG icon

    VokoscreenNG

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    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.

    164 VokoscreenNG alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    VokoscreenNG screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Screen Recording
    2.  Audio Recording
    3.  Record videos
    4.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  No registration required
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Text Overlays

    VokoscreenNG VS Fraps

     
  8. Action! icon

    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.

    94 Action! alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • PL flagPoland
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
    Action! screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

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    2.  Record videos
    3.  Time shift
    4.  Low CPU usage
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Capture Video
    8.  Game Benchmarking

    Action! VS Fraps

     
    Comments about Action! as an Alternative to Fraps
    pyxxl
    Positive Sep 2, 2019
    0

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

    Guest
    Positive Dec 4, 2016
    0

    They're both a recording software

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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
  10. CamStudio icon

    CamStudio

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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.

    153 CamStudio alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    Main interface
    Warning

    As described on VirusTotal comment (https://www.virustotal.com/en/file/1ddb733efb11769a05cc735d555e9a4df92c4cdf29fa47ea3864e57e67dcf884/analysis/1411383540/): if you download CamStudio from SourceForge.net, the VirusTotal results are 0/53. After installing this SF version, it immediately says that there is an update available. When the link is clicked, it takes you to camstudio.org, which has a zip file that, scanned with VirusTotal, gives you 15/53 result. So do NOT download and install the "update": it's a malware. Installer as of 09/22/2014.

    CamStudio Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Capture Video

    CamStudio VS Fraps

     
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    ActivePresenter

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    Interactive eLearning Authoring Tool, Screen Recorder & Video Editor.

    113 ActivePresenter alternatives

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • VN flagVietnam

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    ActivePresenter screenshot 1

    Top ActivePresenter Features

    1.  No Watermark
    2.  Lossless Compression
    3.  Tabbed interface
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Gamification
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    8.  Support for Layers
    9.  Ad-free
    10.  Screen Sharing
    11.  Export to HTML
    12.  Voiceover

    ActivePresenter VS Fraps

     
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