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Alternatives to ScreenRec with a one-time purchase

The ScreenRec listing shows no one-time purchase. 23 of the 133 other screen recording and video tools in this directory can be bought with a one-time purchase.

ScreenRec has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly. 12 of them are free or have a free plan.

23 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

The 12 closest to ScreenRec

  1. Fraps

    Windows game recorder, frame-rate counter and screenshot tool

    • Fraps starts at $37, one-time. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • Only ScreenRec lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Fraps can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • ScreenRec also covers transcription and dictation.
    Fraps vs ScreenRecFraps pricing and details

  2. Bandicam

    Screen, game and webcam recorder for Windows, with a Mac edition

    • Bandicam starts at $33.26 per year for 1 PC (Personal Annual), or $53.90 one-time. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    • Bandicam can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Bandicam also covers video editing.
    Bandicam pricing and details

  3. Wondershare Filmora

    Desktop and mobile video editor with AI tools and a stock library

    • Wondershare Filmora starts at $49.99 per year (Basic), or $79.99 one-time for a perpetual license. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • Only Wondershare Filmora lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    • Wondershare Filmora can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Wondershare Filmora 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. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • ScreenRec 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 pricing and details

  5. FocuSee

    Screen recorder that adds zooms and cursor effects automatically

    • FocuSee starts at $49.99 per year for Standard ($19.99 billed monthly). ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • ScreenRec has a free plan. FocuSee does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only FocuSee lists a web app.
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    FocuSee pricing and details

  6. FlashBack

    Windows screen recorder with a built-in video editor

    • FlashBack starts at $29 per year (shown as $39 crossed out). ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • Only ScreenRec lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • FlashBack can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • FlashBack also covers video editing.
    FlashBack pricing and details

  7. CleanShot X

    Mac screenshot and screen recording app with a one-time license

    • CleanShot X starts at $35 one-time payment, including one year of updates. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • ScreenRec has a free plan. CleanShot X does not.
    • Only ScreenRec lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • CleanShot X can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    CleanShot X pricing and details

  8. Final Cut Pro

    Apple's professional video editor for Mac and iPad

    • Final Cut Pro starts at $12.99 per month or $129 per year for Apple Creator Studio. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • ScreenRec has a free plan. Final Cut Pro does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Final Cut Pro lists an iOS app.
    • Only ScreenRec lists Windows and Linux apps.
    Final Cut Pro pricing and details

  9. 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). ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • ScreenRec has a free plan. Movavi Screen Recorder does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    • Movavi Screen Recorder can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Movavi Screen Recorder pricing and details

  10. Capto

    Screen recorder, screenshot tool and video editor for Mac and Windows

    • Capto starts at $29.99 one-time purchase for a single license. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • ScreenRec has a free plan. Capto does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    • Capto can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Capto pricing and details

  11. Cursorful

    Screen recorder that adds zooms and pans automatically

    • Cursorful starts at $79 per seat, one-time payment. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • Only Cursorful lists a web app.
    • Only Cursorful lists a browser extension.
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    Cursorful pricing and details

  12. PowerDirector

    Desktop video editor with AI tools, subscription or one-time

    • PowerDirector starts at $79.99 per year. ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly.
    • Only PowerDirector lists an Android app.
    • Only ScreenRec lists a Linux app.
    • PowerDirector can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    PowerDirector pricing and details

11 more that can be bought with a one-time purchase

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Common questions

Is there an alternative to ScreenRec that you buy once?

Yes. Fraps, Bandicam, Wondershare Filmora, Wondershare DemoCreator, FocuSee, FlashBack, CleanShot X, Final Cut Pro and 15 more can be bought with a one-time purchase.

Can you buy ScreenRec once instead of subscribing?

The ScreenRec listing shows no one-time purchase. The listing was checked on Oct 9, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these screen recording and video tools are free?

Fraps, Bandicam, Wondershare Filmora, FlashBack, Cursorful, PowerDirector, Icecream Screen Recorder, ActivePresenter and 4 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to ScreenRec: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.