There are 3 open-source alternatives to OBS Studio in this directory. The most popular is Openscreen with 28.1k GitHub stars, followed by Kap(18.4k stars). All are open source, free to use, and many can be self-hosted.
| # | Tool | Stars | Language | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Openscreen Create high-quality, watermark-free, open-source screen recordings at no cost. No subscriptions required, free for commercial use. Provides a powerful alternative to Screen Studio for creators, educators, and professionals. | 28.1k | TypeScript | MIT License |
| 2 | Kap An open-source screen recorder built with web technology, offering simplicity and powerful recording features. | 18.4k | TypeScript | MIT License |
| 3 | Desktop Streamlabs Desktop is a free and open source live streaming software built on top of OBS and Electron, designed to offer creators an easy way to broadcast high-quality streams with integrated widgets, themes, and advanced customizations. | 4.8k | TypeScript | GNU General Public License v3.0 |
Create high-quality, watermark-free, open-source screen recordings at no cost. No subscriptions required, free for commercial use. Provides a powerful alternative to Screen Studio for creators, educators, and professionals.
An open-source screen recorder built with web technology, offering simplicity and powerful recording features.
Streamlabs Desktop is a free and open source live streaming software built on top of OBS and Electron, designed to offer creators an easy way to broadcast high-quality streams with integrated widgets, themes, and advanced customizations.
The top three are Openscreen(28.1k stars), Kap(18.4k stars), Desktop(4.8k stars). All are open source and free to use.
Yes. Every tool listed here is open source and free to use in your own projects. Many can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure, which means no subscription fees and full control over your data.
Many of the alternatives listed are self-hostable. Each tool's page lists hosting details, system requirements, and licensing terms.
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