Screencast-O-Matic AlternativesScreenshot Capture & Screen Casting Tools like Screencast-O-Matic

Screencast-O-Matic is described as 'Free version Records up to 15 minutes, premium is $20/year or $48/year depending on features (as of January 2020)' and is a screenshot capture tool in the video & movies category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Screencast-O-Matic for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and PortableApps.com apps. The best Screencast-O-Matic alternative is OBS Studio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Screencast-O-Matic are ShareX, SimpleScreenRecorder, Snagit and VokoscreenNG.

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Free version Records up to 15 minutes, premium is $20/year or $48/year depending on features (as of January 2020).

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Screencast-O-Matic alternatives page was last updated Apr 28, 2025
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  1. OBS Studio icon
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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.

    187 OBS Studio alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • FreeBSD

    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 Screencast-O-Matic

     
    • OBS Studio is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Screencast-O-Matic.

    • OBS Studio is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Screencast-O-Matic.

    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourceScreencast-O-Matic is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OBS Studio is CustomizableScreencast-O-Matic is not according to our users
  2. ShareX icon
     752 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

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam

    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

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    Comments about ShareX as an Alternative to Screencast-O-Matic
    Guest
    Positive Sep 17, 2019
    1

    To be complete, all we need is for ShareX to have the option to write about videos and explain as a video lesson. For video lessons the best is screencast-o-matic after Camtasia

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    • ShareX is Free and Open SourceScreencast-O-Matic is Freemium and Proprietary
    • ShareX is CustomizableScreencast-O-Matic is not according to our users
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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

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux

    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 Screencast-O-Matic

     
    Comments about SimpleScreenRecorder as an Alternative to Screencast-O-Matic
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    shahmoeen
    Positive Apr 15, 2018
    1

    Free and Open Source linux alternative of window program like Screencast-O-Matic.

    Guest
    Positive May 25, 2017
    1

    Its Different Yes But its Almost the same everything is user friendly

    Guest
    Positive Apr 23, 2018
    0

    i like it when it show's me

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    • Almost everyone thinks SimpleScreenRecorder is a great Screencast-O-Matic alternative.

    • SimpleScreenRecorder is Free and Open SourceScreencast-O-Matic is Freemium and Proprietary
    • SimpleScreenRecorder is LightweightScreencast-O-Matic is not according to our users
  4. Snagit icon
     199 likes
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    Advanced screen capture and recording tool enabling image or video captures directly from your screen. Includes editing features like callouts, transparency, and effects to enhance visuals. Organize and easily share creations through documents, presentations, or favorite applications.

    191 Snagit alternatives

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Top Snagit Features

    1.  Full-page Screenshot
    2.  Edit screenshots
    3.  Upload Screenshot
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  No registration required
    6.  No Tracking
    7.  Annotate Screenshot
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  OCR
    10.  Dark Mode
    11. YouTube icon  Upload directly to YouTube
    12.  Auto Scrolling

    Snagit VS Screencast-O-Matic

     
    • Snagit is the most popular commercial alternative to Screencast-O-Matic.

    • Snagit is Paid and ProprietaryScreencast-O-Matic is Freemium and Proprietary
  5. VokoscreenNG icon
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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.

    163 VokoscreenNG alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux

    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

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  6. Camtasia icon
     231 likes
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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.

    252 Camtasia alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Top Camtasia Features

    1.  Screen Recording
    2.  Built-in Screen Capture
    3.  Built-in editor
    4.  Capture Video
    5.  Image Annotations
    6.  Interface Overlay
    7.  Support for HD videos
    8.  Chroma Key / Green Screen
    9.  Swiping from all window edges
    10.  Graphical component
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Ad-free

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    Comments about Camtasia as an Alternative to Screencast-O-Matic
    Guest
    Negative Apr 24, 2018
    0

    Screencast-o-matic is a small, consumer level tool, much more like TechSmith Snagit than the professional-level Camtasia Studio.

    Screencast-O-Matic Icon
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    • Most users think Camtasia is a great Screencast-O-Matic alternative.

    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryScreencast-O-Matic is also Freemium and Proprietary
  7. Bandicam icon
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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

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Country of Origin

    • KR flagSouth Korea

    Platforms

    • Windows

    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

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  8. Cap icon
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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.

    72 Cap alternatives

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Screen Sharing
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  OCR
    4.  Webcam recording
    5.  AI-Powered
    6.  Video annotation

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    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.

    52 ScreenRecorder.me alternatives

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Online

    Properties

    1.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  Webcam Effects
    3.  Live Screen Recording
    4.  Webcam recording
    5.  Web-Based

    ScreenRecorder.me VS Screencast-O-Matic

     
    • ScreenRecorder.me is the most popular Web-based alternative to Screencast-O-Matic.

    • ScreenRecorder.me is Free and ProprietaryScreencast-O-Matic is Freemium and Proprietary
  10. CamStudio icon
     178 likes
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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

    • FreeOpen Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    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 Screencast-O-Matic

     
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