OBS Studio AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Live Streaming Tools and Services

The best Live Streaming alternative to OBS Studio is GPU Screen Recorder, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to OBS Studio and loads of them are Live Streaming Tools and Services so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Live Streaming Tools and Service alternatives to OBS Studio are Camtasia, Streamlabs Desktop, XSplit Broadcaster and Prism Live Studio.

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  1. This is a screen recorder that has minimal impact on system performance by recording a monitor using the GPU only, similar to shadowplay on windows.

    80 GPU Screen Recorder alternatives

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    • Since 2024

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  2. Camtasia icon
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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.

    347 Camtasia alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Since

    • Since 2009

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online
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  3. Streamlabs Desktop is all you need for streaming! Our developers have combined a streamer's essentials like video preview, dashboard, and chat windows in one app with better video quality and lower CPU usage.

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    • Since 2018

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    • Windows
    • Mac
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  4. 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.

    54 XSplit Broadcaster alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2010

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    • Windows
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  5. Prism Live Studio is an app with which you can multistream to platforms(youtube, twitch, periscope and so on) and add AR masks, graphic effects, and media files to your streams and videos. Supporting various environment(iOS, Android, PC).

    44 Prism Live Studio alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2019

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  6. vMix icon
     6 likes

    vMix is a Software Video Mixer and Switcher that utilises the latest advances in computer hardware to provide live HD video mixing, a task previously only possible on expensive dedicated hardware mixers.

    33 vMix alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2013

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • GB flagUnited Kingdom
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  7. Wirecast icon
     15 likes

    Wirecast software lets you produce professional-looking live events with just a camera, an internet connection and a computer. Stream or record live internet shows, broadcast breaking news or sporting events, stream live concerts, transmit church services, corporate meetings...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
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  8. Designed for content creators, Elgato Game Capture is a professional videogame recording and live-streaming software for Windows.

    126 Elgato Game Capture alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Since

    • Since 2017

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  9. ShadowPlay is a graphics-accelerated overlay to record and share high-quality gameplay videos, screenshots, and livestreams.

    125 Nvidia ShadowPlay alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. Camo Studio icon
     9 likes

    Start a stream or record your next video in a few taps – hone your scenes, connect a camera, and start creating with ease.

    33 Camo Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • iPad
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  11. Radeon ReLive icon
     2 likes

    Capture, stream and share your greatest moments and gaming wins with Radeon ReLive. Modify settings quickly, conveniently, and play seamlessly with the easily accessible in-game toolbar. Express yourself in bold new ways with custom scene layouts.

    15 Radeon ReLive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2017

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  12. Ecamm Live is a macOS application that offers extensive control over live streaming to various platforms, such as Facebook Live, YouTube Live, Amazon Live, Twitter Live, LinkedIn Live, Twitch, and Restream.io.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Since 2020

    Platforms

    • Mac
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