OBS Studio AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Screen Recorders

The best Screen Recorder alternative to OBS Studio is SimpleScreenRecorder, 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 Screen Recorders so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Screen Recorder alternatives to OBS Studio are OpenScreen, Bandicam, GPU Screen Recorder and VokoscreenNG.

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  1. SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    SimpleScreenRecorder

     149 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.

    146 SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives

    Cost / License

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    • Linux
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    SimpleScreenRecorder vs OBS Studio Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    David
    5

    It doesn't live stream like OBS but it's straightforward, fast and easy to use for recording videos of the screen.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    2

    SimpleScreenRecorder is only used for offline screenrecording, not livestreaming.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    SevenTalents
    Positive
    0

    The OG of the streaming world and yet it still continues to lead the pack!

    3 of 8 comments
    • SimpleScreenRecorder is Free and Open SourceOBS Studio is also Free and Open Source
  2. OpenScreen icon

    OpenScreen

     40 likes

    Open-source, no-cost screen recorder with no watermarks, supporting entire screen or app capture, manual zoom, smooth pan, custom backgrounds, cropping, motion blur, and direct use in browser for product demos, tutorials, and commercial purposes.

    60 OpenScreen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  4. Bandicam icon

    Bandicam

     133 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.

    162 Bandicam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Bandicam vs OBS Studio Comments
    JustanotherMalaysian
    Positive
    2

    It may not have much benefits compared to OBS. But it is a classic. Remember the days of videos with the Bandicam watermark at the top?

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    It captures screen is a very easy way. No conflicts with GeForce or any other device.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    awsomecat1234321
    Positive
    1

    It is easy to use, but it is Shareware so you can only record up to 10 minutes and there is a big watermark

    3 of 4 comments
    • Bandicam is Freemium and ProprietaryOBS Studio is Free and Open Source
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    Screen Studio icon
    Screen Studio

    Record macOS screens with smoothed mouse movement, zoomed click highlights, cinematic motion blur, and customizable backgrounds while integrating webcam, microphone, system sound, and easy video editing. Output in HD for instruct...

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  7. 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.

    174 VokoscreenNG alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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    VokoscreenNG vs OBS Studio Comments
    apranaxfort
    Positive
    3

    It's easier to use especially for some simple recordings you don't need to setup scenes like you do in OBS.

    somerandomperson
    Negative
    0

    It has very limited functionality (such as no audio recording) if you use wayland.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • VokoscreenNG is Free and Open SourceOBS Studio is also Free and Open Source
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    Nvidia App

     27 likes

    The NVIDIA app updates your PC with the latest drivers and technology, optimizes games and applications through a unified GPU control center, provides recording tools via in-game overlay, and highlights the latest NVIDIA tools and software.

    24 Nvidia App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. 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.

    104 Action! alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
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    Action! vs OBS Studio Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    3

    It can record even the most heavy games without any lag.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Action! is Paid and ProprietaryOBS Studio is Free and Open Source
  11. Prism Live Studio icon

    Prism Live Studio

     14 likes

    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).

    36 Prism Live Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
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    Prism Live Studio vs OBS Studio Comments
    tangycandy
    Positive
    -1

    Here are some advantages that Prism has over OBS:

    • Control from your phone (built in)
    • text effects
    • widgets
    • virtual background
    • beauty effects
    • drawing mode -stickers
    • music playlist

    That said, I find that my computer lags a lot using this software, and the documentation isn't the best. I prefer Streamlabs for most of my work.

    • Prism Live Studio is Free and ProprietaryOBS Studio is Free and Open Source
  12. Kooha icon

    Kooha

     21 likes

    Capture your screen in an intuitive and straightforward way without distractions.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  13. Screen Studio icon

    Screen Studio

     16 likes

    Record macOS screens with smoothed mouse movement, zoomed click highlights, cinematic motion blur, and customizable backgrounds while integrating webcam, microphone, system sound, and easy video editing. Output in HD for instructional and promotional videos.

    101 Screen Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  14. 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.

    98 Cap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    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.

    276 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Camtasia vs OBS Studio Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    8

    Camtasia isn't for live broadcast.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryOBS Studio is Free and Open Source
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