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Bandicam alternatives

Bandicam compared with 6 alternatives: OBS Studio, Camtasia, Movavi Screen Recorder, Wondershare DemoCreator, Camtasia Snagit and 1 more.

Bandicam has a free plan. Paid plans start at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time. 3 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
BandicamThis toolFree plan · from $33.26/yrYesmacOS, Windows
OBS StudioFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
CamtasiaFree plan · from $39/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows
Movavi Screen RecorderFree trial · from $19.99/moTrial onlymacOS, Windows
Wondershare DemoCreatorFree trial · from $29.99Trial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows, Browser extension
Camtasia SnagitFree trial · from $39/yrTrial onlymacOS, Windows
ScreenToGifFreeFreeWindows

How each one differs from Bandicam

  1. OBS Studio

    Free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming

    • OBS Studio is free. Bandicam starts at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time.
    • Only OBS Studio lists a Linux app.
    • OBS Studio is open source, according to its own site.
    • Bandicam can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • OBS Studio also covers noise cancellation.

    Suits: Live streamers who want detailed control of scenes, sources and audio

    OBS Studio vs BandicamOBS Studio pricing and details

  2. Camtasia

    Screen recorder and video editor for tutorials and training videos

    • Camtasia starts at $39 per year, billed yearly (Starter; Editor exports stay watermarked). Bandicam starts at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time.
    • Only Camtasia lists a web app.
    • Bandicam can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Camtasia also covers noise cancellation and templates.
    • Bandicam also covers screenshots.

    Suits: Tutorials, software demos and training videos built from screen recordings

    Camtasia vs BandicamCamtasia pricing and details

  3. Movavi Screen Recorder

    Desktop screen recorder with webcam overlay and scheduling

    • Movavi Screen Recorder starts at $19.99 per month or $44.99 per year (US Mac App Store prices). Bandicam starts at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time.
    • Bandicam has a free plan. Movavi Screen Recorder does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Movavi Screen Recorder also covers noise cancellation.
    • Bandicam also covers transcription and video editing.

    Suits: Recording webinars, online courses and video calls to watch later

    Movavi Screen Recorder vs BandicamMovavi Screen Recorder pricing and details

  4. Wondershare DemoCreator

    Screen recorder and video editor for tutorials and demos

    • Wondershare DemoCreator starts at $29.99 per quarter, $59.99 per year, or $79.99 one-time for a perpetual license. Bandicam starts at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time.
    • Bandicam has a free plan. Wondershare DemoCreator does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Wondershare DemoCreator lists a web app.
    • Only Wondershare DemoCreator lists a browser extension.
    • Wondershare DemoCreator also covers noise cancellation and templates.

    Suits: Teachers and trainers recording lessons, tutorials and presentations

    Wondershare DemoCreator vs BandicamWondershare DemoCreator pricing and details

  5. Camtasia Snagit

    Screen capture and recording tool with annotation and step guides

    • Camtasia Snagit starts at $39 per user / year, billed yearly. Bandicam starts at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time.
    • Bandicam has a free plan. Camtasia Snagit does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Bandicam can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Camtasia Snagit also covers noise cancellation and templates.
    • Bandicam also covers transcription and video editing.

    Suits: Technical writers and support teams documenting software

    Camtasia Snagit vs BandicamCamtasia Snagit pricing and details

  6. ScreenToGif

    Free Windows recorder that turns screen captures into GIFs

    • ScreenToGif is free. Bandicam starts at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time.
    • Only Bandicam lists a macOS app.
    • ScreenToGif is open source, according to its own site.
    • Bandicam can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Bandicam also covers transcription and screenshots.

    Suits: Short GIFs for bug reports, documentation and tutorials

    ScreenToGif vs BandicamScreenToGif pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Bandicam

  • The free Windows version limits each recording to 5 minutes and watermarks edited or subtitled exports.
  • A Personal license is for non-commercial use; organizations must buy the Business & Education license.
  • The Mac app is a separate product with its own App Store subscription, and a Windows license does not cover it.
  • A Perpetual license covers Bandicam 2027 on one PC and includes one year of technical support.
Bandicam pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Bandicam?

The alternatives to Bandicam in this directory are OBS Studio, Camtasia, Movavi Screen Recorder, Wondershare DemoCreator, Camtasia Snagit and ScreenToGif. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Bandicam.

Is there a free alternative to Bandicam?

Yes. OBS Studio and ScreenToGif are free to use. Camtasia has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Bandicam alternatives work on Linux?

The Bandicam listing does not include a Linux app. OBS Studio lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Bandicam?

OBS Studio and ScreenToGif are described as open source on their own sites.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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