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Free Screen Recording alternatives

Open-source replacements for Loom, CleanShot Cloud Pro, Camtasia and Snagit. The paid ones cost $120–$216/yr at list price.

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Free Screen Recording software: questions

What are the best free Screen Recording alternatives?
The free alternatives listed for Screen Recording are Cap, OBS Studio, Flameshot and Shotcut. They replace Loom, CleanShot Cloud Pro, Camtasia and Snagit.
How much do paid Screen Recording apps cost?
Loom (Business) is $216 a year and CleanShot Cloud Pro (Cloud Pro) is $120 a year, at list prices checked Oct 17, 2026.
Which free Screen Recording alternatives run on Linux?
OBS Studio, Flameshot and Shotcut.

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