ScreenFlow Alternatives for Linux

ScreenFlow is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux 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 ScreenFlow and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to ScreenFlow are OpenScreen, SimpleScreenRecorder, ScreenArc and Ksnip.

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  1. OBS Studio icon

    OBS Studio

     1316 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.

    214 OBS Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • FreeBSD
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    OBS Studio vs ScreenFlow Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    OBS allows screen recording. It's nowhere near as flashy as ScreenFlow though

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

    OBS doesnt have a video editing system

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourceScreenFlow is Paid and Proprietary
    • OBS Studio is Customizable and Privacy focusedScreenFlow is not according to our users
  2. OpenScreen icon

    OpenScreen

     46 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.

    71 OpenScreen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  4. SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    SimpleScreenRecorder

     150 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.

    153 SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives

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    • Linux
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  5. ScreenArc icon

    ScreenArc

     21 likes

    Cross-platform screen recording and editing tool featuring automated cinematic pan-and-zoom on mouse actions, webcam overlay, customizable visuals, timeline editor, multi-monitor support, instant aspect ratio switching, style presets, and 2K output in MP4 or GIF.

    43 ScreenArc alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  6. Ksnip icon

    Ksnip

     68 likes

    Ksnip is a Qt based cross-platform screenshot tool that provides many annotation features for your screenshots.

    68 Ksnip alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
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  7. VokoscreenNG icon

    VokoscreenNG

     73 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.

    180 VokoscreenNG alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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  9. Recordly icon

    Recordly

     12 likes

    A free, open-source Screen Studio alternative that adds auto-zoom, cursor animations and more to your screen recordings. Substantially modifies the OpenScreen foundation.

    52 Recordly alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    Recordly screenshot 1
     
  10. Kazam icon

    Kazam

     64 likes

    Kazam is a 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.

    114 Kazam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
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  11. recordMyDesktop icon

    recordMyDesktop

     73 likes

    recordMyDesktop is a desktop session recorder for GNU / Linux that attemps to be easy to use, yet also effective at it's primary task. As such, the program is separated in two parts; a simple command line tool that performs the basic tasks of capturing and encoding and an...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
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  12. ScreenRec icon

    ScreenRec

     69 likes

    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.

    162 ScreenRec alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    ScreenRec vs ScreenFlow Comments
    Thekla Condos
    Positive
    1

    With ScreenRec, you'll never miss a beat. Whether you're creating tutorials, recording meetings, or sharing presentations, this application delivers professional-grade results every time.

    Maya Allcot
    Positive
    0

    ScreenRec is a better choice than Screenflow for screen recording due to its ease of use and cloud storage.

    • ScreenRec is Freemium and ProprietaryScreenFlow is Paid and Proprietary
    • ScreenRec is Privacy focusedScreenFlow is not according to our users
  13. ViewedIt icon

    ViewedIt

     Like

    ViewedIt provides a super simple way to record your PC desktop through a Chrome extension. More than that, lets you share your creations then get notified when people watch them.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
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  14. neetoRecord icon

    neetoRecord

     Like

    neetoRecord is a screen and webcam recording tool that helps you avoid unnecessary meetings. You can easily record your screen to create software demos, presentations, tutorials, feedback and more. This means you spend less time in meetings and more time getting work done...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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