Kazam AlternativesTop Screen Recorders & Screen Casting Tools like Kazam

Kazam is described as 'Simple screen recording program that will capture the content of your screen and record a video file that can be played by any video player that supports VP8/WebM video format' and is a popular Screen Recorder in the video & movies category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Kazam for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, Linux and Google Chrome apps. The best Kazam alternative is OBS Studio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Kazam are ShareX, SimpleScreenRecorder, Camtasia and Bandicam.

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  1. OBS Studio icon

    OBS Studio

     1299 likes

    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.

    199 OBS Studio alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • FreeBSD
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    Comments about OBS Studio as an Alternative to Kazam
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    You can also make streamings.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourceKazam is also Free and Open Source
    • OBS Studio is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightKazam is not according to our users
  2. ShareX icon

    ShareX

     796 likes

    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.

    255 ShareX alternatives

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    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
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  4. SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    SimpleScreenRecorder

     148 likes

    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.

    142 SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives

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    • Linux
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  6. Camtasia icon

    Camtasia

     234 likes

    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.

    270 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Comments about Camtasia as an Alternative to Kazam
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    Negative
    3

    kazam = linux only camtasia = windows and mac only

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    super integration w/tools, workflows, and cloud uploads (youtube, etc) plus captioning to ensure access to all, etc.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryKazam is Free and Open Source
  7. Bandicam icon

    Bandicam

     132 likes

    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.

    159 Bandicam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  8. VokoscreenNG icon

    VokoscreenNG

     72 likes

    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.

    170 VokoscreenNG alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about VokoscreenNG as an Alternative to Kazam
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    Positive
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    Less choice for output format but does the job. Allows webcam cast.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • VokoscreenNG is Free and Open SourceKazam is also Free and Open Source
    • VokoscreenNG is LightweightKazam is not according to our users
  10. Cap icon

    Cap

     23 likes

    Open-source tool for screen and camera capture with 4K recording, timeline editor, instant sharing via links, privacy controls, no signup, multiple layouts, custom branding, cursor options, threaded comments, self-hosting, and paid AI-powered features available.

    93 Cap alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. CamStudio icon

    CamStudio

     177 likes

    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

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    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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  12. ScreenRecorder.me icon

    ScreenRecorder.me

     9 likes

    ScreenRecorder.me lets you create and share screen recordings directly from your browser without login. Customize stunning wallpapers, apply webcam effects, and use intuitive sliders for quick styling. Experience smooth animations with physics-based movements and effortlessly achieve professional results.

    63 ScreenRecorder.me alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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  13. XSplit Broadcaster icon

    XSplit Broadcaster

     58 likes

    Comprehensive streaming studio encompassing scenes setup, cross-platform compatibility, multi-output recording, advanced audio management, and import tools, suitable for gaming, events, and communication integration through screen captures.

    48 XSplit Broadcaster alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  14. Action! icon

    Action!

     49 likes

    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.

    101 Action! alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
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