recordMyDesktop Alternatives for Mac

recordMyDesktop 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 recordMyDesktop and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to recordMyDesktop are Camtasia, Cap, ActivePresenter and QuickRecorder.

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

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

    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourcerecordMyDesktop is also Free and Open Source
    • OBS Studio is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightrecordMyDesktop 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.

    268 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Nice for gaming recording.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Camtasia is a great recordMyDesktop alternative.

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

    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryrecordMyDesktop is Free and Open Source
  4. Cap icon

    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.

    86 Cap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Debut

    Debut is a screen capture and video recording software that records videos from your screen, webcam or other video devices.

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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.

    115 ActivePresenter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  8. ScreenFlow icon

    ScreenFlow

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    Capture the contents of your entire desktop at the same time as your video camera, microphone and computer's audio. Sophisticated editing tools allow you to create incredible screencasts in no time.

    140 ScreenFlow alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
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    • ScreenFlow is the most popular commercial alternative to recordMyDesktop.

    • ScreenFlow is Paid and ProprietaryrecordMyDesktop is Free and Open Source
    • ScreenFlow is LightweightrecordMyDesktop is not according to our users
  10. 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.

    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 Android, iPhone & Android Tablet alternative to recordMyDesktop.

    • Loom is Freemium and ProprietaryrecordMyDesktop is Free and Open Source
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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

    Application type

    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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  14. PolyCapture icon

    PolyCapture

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    PolyCapture allows you to record cameras, microphones, screens, and apps — individually or multiple at once.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
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  15. Record Go icon

    Record Go

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    Record Go: Screen Recorder is a user-friendly and practical application for screen capture. No matter whether it is to record tutorials, courses, demonstrations, meetings, games, film/TV series, or videos, Record Go: Screen Recorder could always save your time and offer great...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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