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Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
ScreenREC is a web-based screen recorder; its repository describes a privacy-focused project with no ads, time limits, or data collection.
Alternatives
The Best Cap Alternatives in 2026
17 alternatives4 free · 5 open source
Looking for something like Cap? Here are 17 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 4 are free or have a free plan and 5 are open source.
The Cap project offers open source screen recording as a Loom alternative, with recordings designed for sharing.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionScreen RecScreenREC is a web-based screen recorder; its repository…Free or freemium optionShareXShareX captures or records screen areas and shares them…Another optionSmooth ZoomThis OBS Lua script adds real-time cursor zoom with smooth…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Screen Rec | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | Smooth Zoom | — | Not stated | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| 3 | chat-downloader | — | Yes | — |
| 4 | Ffmpeg | — | Not stated | — |
| 5 | Loom | — | Not stated | macOS, Web |
| 6 | RePlays | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 7 | Vokoscreen Ng | — | Yes | Linux, Windows |
| 8 | ShareX | Free | Yes | Web, Windows |
| 9 | QuickTime Player | Free | Not stated | macOS |
| 10 | ScreenPal | Freemium | Not stated | Web, Windows, macOS |
All Cap alternatives
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Smooth Zoom
github.com/JustAdumbPrsn/OBS-Smooth-ZoomAlso covers git · same kind of open-source project
This OBS Lua script adds real-time cursor zoom with smooth animation and customizable controls.
3
Also covers git · same kind of open-source project · open source
Chat Downloader retrieves chat messages from livestreams, videos, clips, and past broadcasts without authentication, with Python installation options.
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Ffmpeg
github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpegAlso covers git · same kind of open-source project
FFmpeg provides libraries and tools for processing audio, video, subtitles, and related multimedia data and formats.
5
Loom
loom.comAlso covers macos
Loom records, edits, and shares screen videos on Mac and PC, with templates and video storage for work teams.
6
Also covers linux · same kind of open-source project · open source
RePlays automatically records detected games and includes a clip editor for quickly sharing video highlights.
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Also covers linux and screenshots · same kind of open-source project · open source
vokoscreenNG is a screencast creator for Windows and Linux that records the screen, an area, or a window (Linux only), with audio from multiple sources and built-in camera support.
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Also covers screenshots · open source · free
ShareX captures or records screen areas and shares them, and can upload images, text, and other files to selected destinations.
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Free
Play media and make movie, audio, and screen recordings on macOS using QuickTime Player and the system Screenshot controls.
10
Free plan
Record screen and webcam videos with editing and hosting options. The free recorder has a 15-minute limit; paid plans expand editing and sharing.
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Shar.ec
shar.ecShar.ec records a screen and provides a downloadable recording or a link for sharing it.
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Recordly
recordly.devAlso covers linux and macos
Recordly provides open source screen recording for Mac, Windows, and Linux, with auto-zoom, cursor effects, and product demo tools.
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Cursorful
cursorful.comAlso covers linux and macos
Cursorful records browser screens with automatic cursor-following zooms and pans, or lets users add zooms manually in an editor.
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SteelSeries Moments
steelseries.com/gg/momentsSteelSeries Moments records and shares gameplay clips, with AI auto-clipping support for Street Fighter 6.
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Free
Medal records, edits, and shares gaming clips on PC, with mobile apps for capturing and sharing clips.
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ScreenREC
screen-rec.vercel.appScreenREC offers browser-based screen recording with controls to select a video type, record, review, and download the result.
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RecordScreen
recordscreen.ioRecordScreen.io records a screen directly in the browser without requiring installation.
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What is the best alternative to Cap?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Cap are Screen Rec, Smooth Zoom, and chat-downloader.
Is there a free alternative to Cap?
Yes. ShareX, QuickTime Player, and ScreenPal are free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Cap?
Yes: Screen Rec, chat-downloader, RePlays, and Vokoscreen Ng.
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