FlashBack AlternativesScreen Recorders & Screenshot Capture Tools like FlashBack

FlashBack is described as 'Free software which lets you record your screen, add a PIP webcam and select multiple options to export your video to. It will first store a lossless proprietary file which you can review frame by frame and then easily experiment with the output options to select best suited' and is a Screen Recorder in the video & movies category. There are more than 100 alternatives to FlashBack for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best FlashBack alternative is OBS Studio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like FlashBack are GPU Screen Recorder, SimpleScreenRecorder, Camtasia and VokoscreenNG.

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  1. OBS Studio icon

    OBS Studio

     1297 likes

    A robust cross-platform application offering seamless screen recording and live-streaming capabilities across Mac, Windows, and Linux. It supports advanced features like H264 encoding, multiple scenes, customizable themes, and direct streaming to platforms like Twitch and YouTube.

    197 OBS Studio alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Steam
    • FreeBSD
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    • OBS Studio is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to FlashBack.

    • OBS Studio is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to FlashBack.

    • OBS Studio is Free and Open SourceFlashBack is Freemium and Proprietary
    • OBS Studio is Customizable, Privacy focused and LightweightFlashBack is not according to our users
  4. SimpleScreenRecorder icon

    SimpleScreenRecorder

     148 likes

    SimpleScreenRecorder is a Linux screen recorder that supports X11 and OpenGL. It is easy to use, feature-rich, and has a Qt-based graphical user interface. It can record the entire screen or part of it, or record OpenGL applications directly.

    141 SimpleScreenRecorder alternatives

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    • Linux
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    Movavi Screen Recorder

    Record full screen or customized areas with webcam options. Annotate in real time, highlight cursor actions, and record both system and voiceover audio. Ideal for creating instructional videos, webinars, and presentations. Free f...

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    Camtasia

     233 likes

    This all-in-one solution offers screen and webcam recording, video editing, and chroma key features, producing stunning HD-quality content easily shareable on platforms like YouTube and Screencast.com. Designed for training, presentations, and more, it supports H.264 format and compact file sizes.

    268 Camtasia alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    • Almost everyone thinks Camtasia is a great FlashBack alternative.

    • Camtasia is the most popular Web-based alternative to FlashBack.

    • Camtasia is Freemium and ProprietaryFlashBack is also Freemium and Proprietary
  7. VokoscreenNG icon

    VokoscreenNG

     72 likes

    VokoscreenNG is a user friendly screencaster for Linux and Windows. It is a continuation of the now discontinued Vokoscreen project that has been totally rewritten from scratch using Qt and GStreamer.

    171 VokoscreenNG alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Bandicam

     130 likes

    Bandicam is a lightweight screen recorder for Windows that can capture anything on your PC screen. Also, it makes it possible to record a certain area on a PC screen, or capture a game.

    158 Bandicam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  10. Cap icon

    Cap

     23 likes

    Open-source tool for screen and camera capture with 4K recording, timeline editor, instant sharing via links, privacy controls, no signup, multiple layouts, custom branding, cursor options, threaded comments, self-hosting, and paid AI-powered features available.

    92 Cap alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  11. Kooha icon

    Kooha

     21 likes

    Capture your screen in an intuitive and straightforward way without distractions.

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    CamStudio

     177 likes

    Record your computer screen with audio input from Mic or Speakers. Also shows mouse clicks in addition to the regular cursor. Simple interface with ability to record in AVI or export as swf.

    161 CamStudio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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  13. ActivePresenter icon

    ActivePresenter

     61 likes

    Authoring solution enabling interactive eLearning course creation, flexible project layouts, advanced screen recording, video editing tools with annotation, timeline-based adjustments, and export to video, image, HTML5, SCORM, xAPI, office, or PDF formats.

    115 ActivePresenter alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    Action!

     49 likes

    Action! enables HD, 4K, HDR10, and 8K streaming and recording, integrates fps displays, webcams, and live audio commentary. With overlays, monitoring tools, and benchmarking features, it offers a multifaceted solution for gaming capture.

    100 Action! alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
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    • Action! is the most popular commercial alternative to FlashBack.

    • Action! is Paid and ProprietaryFlashBack is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Action! is LightweightFlashBack is not according to our users
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