Screencast-O-Matic Alternatives for Windows

There are many alternatives to Screencast-O-Matic for Windows if you are looking for a replacement. The best Windows 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 Screencast-O-Matic and loads of them are available for Windows so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Windows alternatives to Screencast-O-Matic are ShareX, VokoscreenNG, Bandicam and Snagit.

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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

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    • 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 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 Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightScreencast-O-Matic is not according to our users
  2. ShareX icon

    ShareX

     788 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.

    252 ShareX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
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    Comments about ShareX as an Alternative to Screencast-O-Matic
    Guest
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    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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • ShareX is Free and Open SourceScreencast-O-Matic is Freemium and Proprietary
    • ShareX is Customizable, Lightweight and Privacy focusedScreencast-O-Matic is not according to our users
  4. VokoscreenNG icon

    VokoscreenNG

     72 likes
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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.

    170 VokoscreenNG alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Bandicam

     130 likes
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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.

    158 Bandicam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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  7. Snagit icon

    Snagit

     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.

    202 Snagit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

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

    • Snagit is Paid and ProprietaryScreencast-O-Matic is Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Camtasia icon

    Camtasia

     233 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.

    268 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Camtasia is a great Screencast-O-Matic alternative.

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

    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryScreencast-O-Matic is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    Cap

     23 likes
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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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. ScreenRec icon

    ScreenRec

     68 likes
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    If you spend too much time on email and chat, try sending instant video messages and screenshots with ScreenRec. You'll get your point across faster and save precious hours.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Seth Mitchell
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    While Screencast-O-Matic is a good tool, ScreenRec wins on simplicity and efficiency. ScreenRec offers instant cloud storage for every free user and requires minimal setup, making it a more streamlined choice for quick and effective screen recording.

    Suzanne Laury
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    using this tool and very satisfied with its performance so far!

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    • ScreenRec is Freemium and ProprietaryScreencast-O-Matic is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • ScreenRec is Lightweight and Privacy focusedScreencast-O-Matic is not according to our users
  12. CamStudio icon

    CamStudio

     177 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.

    161 CamStudio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  14. Loom icon

    Loom

     32 likes
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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

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    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 Screencast-O-Matic.

    • Loom is Freemium and ProprietaryScreencast-O-Matic is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    Wink

     58 likes
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    Wink is a Tutorial and Presentation creation software, primarily aimed at creating tutorials on how to use software (like a tutor for MS-Word/Excel etc). Using Wink you can capture screenshots, add explanations boxes, buttons, titles etc and generate a highly effective tutorial...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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