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SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best SimpleScreenRecorder alternative for most people is OBS Studio (2.8 GPA), third in our ranking of screen recording and video tools. The best free one is Cap (3.2 GPA). The catch, in its listing's words: "Free for personal use."

SimpleScreenRecorder compared with 5 alternatives: Kazam, OBS Studio, ScreenRec, ScreenToGif and Cap.

SimpleScreenRecorder is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
SimpleScreenRecorderThis toolFreeFreeLinux
KazamFreeFreeLinux
OBS StudioFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
ScreenRecFree plan · from $4.99/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux
ScreenToGifFreeFreeWindows
CapFree plan · from $29/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension

Price against what you get

SimpleScreenRecorder has no paid plan and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

ScreenRec and Cap score higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$1$2$5$10$20$50$100More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessSimpleScreenRecorderKazamOBS StudioScreenRecCap

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
  • No free plan
The full chart of screen recording and video tools, and the best at every price

How each one differs from SimpleScreenRecorder

  1. Kazam

    Free open-source screencaster for Linux desktops

    • Kazam is free.

    Suits: Ubuntu users who want a light recorder with no cost

    Kazam vs SimpleScreenRecorderKazam pricing and details

  2. OBS Studio

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

    • OBS Studio is free.
    • OBS Studio also lists Windows and macOS apps.
    • OBS Studio also covers noise cancellation.

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

    OBS Studio vs SimpleScreenRecorderOBS Studio pricing and details

  3. 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.
    • ScreenRec also lists Windows and macOS apps.
    • ScreenRec also covers transcription, dictation and screenshots.

    Suits: Teams that need the same recorder on Windows, Mac and Linux

    ScreenRec vs SimpleScreenRecorderScreenRec pricing and details

  4. ScreenToGif

    Free Windows recorder that turns screen captures into GIFs

    • ScreenToGif is free.
    • ScreenToGif also lists a Windows app.
    • ScreenToGif lists no Linux app, which SimpleScreenRecorder has.
    • ScreenToGif also covers video editing.

    Suits: Short GIFs for bug reports, documentation and tutorials

    ScreenToGif vs SimpleScreenRecorderScreenToGif pricing and details

  5. Cap

    Open-source screen recorder with instant share links and an editor

    • Cap starts at $29 per year for a Desktop License; Cap Pro is $8.16 per user / month, billed annually.
    • Cap also lists macOS and Windows apps and a browser extension.
    • Cap is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Cap also covers transcription, video editing and screenshots.

    Suits: Teams that want an open-source Loom alternative they can self-host

    Cap vs SimpleScreenRecorderCap pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in SimpleScreenRecorder

  • Linux only; the project page lists distributions and no Windows or Mac builds.
  • The page says the Arch Linux package moved to AUR in April 2023 for lack of a maintainer.
  • The vendor warns that simplescreenrecorder.com is a fake site and that only the maartenbaert.be page is official.
SimpleScreenRecorder pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to SimpleScreenRecorder?

The alternatives to SimpleScreenRecorder in this directory are Kazam, OBS Studio, ScreenRec, ScreenToGif and Cap. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with SimpleScreenRecorder.

Is there a free alternative to SimpleScreenRecorder?

Yes. Kazam, OBS Studio and ScreenToGif are free to use. ScreenRec and Cap have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives work on Windows?

The SimpleScreenRecorder listing does not include a Windows app. OBS Studio, ScreenRec, ScreenToGif and Cap list one.

Which SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives work on macOS?

The SimpleScreenRecorder listing does not include a macOS app. OBS Studio, ScreenRec and Cap list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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