Alternatives · Screen Recording
ScreenToGif alternatives
ScreenToGif compared with 5 alternatives: ShareX, Gifox, OBS Studio, Bandicam and ScreenRec.
ScreenToGif is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScreenToGifThis tool | Free | Free | Windows |
| ShareX | Free | Free | Windows |
| Gifox | Free plan · from $14.99 one-time | Yes | macOS |
| OBS Studio | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Bandicam | Free plan · from $33.26/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| ScreenRec | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from ScreenToGif
- Free
ShareX
Free, open-source screenshot and screen recording for Windows
- ShareX is free. ScreenToGif is free.
- ShareX also covers screenshots and file sharing.
- ScreenToGif also covers video editing.
Suits: Windows users who capture, annotate and share screenshots many times a day
- Free plan · from $14.99 one-time
Gifox
Mac menu bar app for recording and converting animated GIFs
- Gifox starts at $14.99 one-time purchase per license, taxes included. ScreenToGif is free.
- Only Gifox lists a macOS app.
- Only ScreenToGif lists a Windows app.
- Gifox can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- ScreenToGif is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Short GIFs for bug reports, support replies and presentations
- Free
OBS Studio
Free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming
- OBS Studio is free. ScreenToGif is free.
- Only OBS Studio lists macOS and Linux apps.
- OBS Studio also covers noise cancellation.
- ScreenToGif also covers video editing.
Suits: Live streamers who want detailed control of scenes, sources and audio
- Free plan · from $33.26/yr
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. ScreenToGif is free.
- Only Bandicam lists a macOS app.
- Bandicam can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- ScreenToGif is open source, according to its own site.
- Bandicam also covers transcription and screenshots.
Suits: Windows users recording gameplay with an FPS counter
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
ScreenRec
Desktop screen recorder and screenshot tool with instant share links
- ScreenRec starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($59.90); $8.32 billed monthly. ScreenToGif is free.
- Only ScreenRec lists macOS and Linux apps.
- ScreenToGif is open source, according to its own site.
- ScreenRec also covers transcription, dictation and screenshots.
- ScreenToGif also covers video editing.
Suits: Teams that need the same recorder on Windows, Mac and Linux
Limits worth knowing in ScreenToGif
- Windows only: it needs Windows 10 or 11 and the .NET 9 Desktop Runtime or newer.
- The developer describes it as a quick, small recorder and recommends other software for recordings longer than a few minutes.
- The developer's site now marks ScreenToGif as legacy and presents a newer app, N-Studio, as its successor.
- It is a one-developer project supported by donations and sponsors.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to ScreenToGif?
The alternatives to ScreenToGif in this directory are ShareX, Gifox, OBS Studio, Bandicam and ScreenRec. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with ScreenToGif.
Is there a free alternative to ScreenToGif?
Yes. ShareX and OBS Studio are free to use. Gifox, Bandicam and ScreenRec have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which ScreenToGif alternatives work on macOS?
The ScreenToGif listing does not include a macOS app. Gifox, OBS Studio, Bandicam and ScreenRec list one.
Which ScreenToGif alternatives work on Linux?
The ScreenToGif listing does not include a Linux app. OBS Studio and ScreenRec list one.
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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