OBS

OBS

Open Broadcaster Software
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About

Free and open source software for video recording and live streaming. Download and start streaming quickly and easily on Windows, Mac or Linux. High performance real time video/audio capturing and mixing. Create scenes made up of multiple sources including window captures, images, text, browser windows, webcams, capture cards and more. Set up an unlimited number of scenes you can switch between seamlessly via custom transitions. Intuitive audio mixer with per-source filters such as noise gate, noise suppression, and gain. Take full control with VST plugin support. Powerful and easy to use configuration options. Add new Sources, duplicate existing ones, and adjust their properties effortlessly. Streamlined Settings panel gives you access to a wide array of configuration options to tweak every aspect of your broadcast or recording. Modular 'Dock' UI allows you to rearrange the layout exactly as you like. You can even pop out each individual Dock to its own window.

About

Streamlabs provides a comprehensive set of tools and features for live streamers and content creators. Streaming software, alerts, donations, sponsorship opportunities, stream overlays, and a variety of other tools are available to help creators monetize their content and increase viewer engagement. Streamlabs OBS is an all-in-one live streaming software to go live and grow your audience. One simple, feature-packed streaming software with everything you need to stream to Twitch, YouTube and Facebook in seconds. Free stream overlays and hundreds more with Prime. Look professional when you stream on Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook. Recognize your supporters live on stream with fully customizable alerts. Apps to give you more control, automation, better analytics, and new ways to interact with viewers.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Anyone interested in free and open source software for video recording and live streaming

Audience

Live Streamers and Content Creators

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Not Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

$0
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.6 / 5
ease 3.8 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.1 / 5
support 3.9 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Can do everything you want and more. The greatest piece of open source software I know. Nothing bad to say about it.
  • I mainly use this for live streaming on Twitch and YouTube. I love the fact that it is free to use and for me it is the best software to use for anyone who is looking to live stream or record. It is also great for those people who do podcasts.
  • Has many features like adding input and output. Free software with these features. Available on multiple OS Windows, Mac and Linux.
  • -They have a very clear tutorial on their website -Once you have everything set up, it is very easy to use the exact same settings by saving profiles and scenes -Automatically exports your videos to a folder you choose -Very versatile in usage -It's free
  • Highly customizable - You can install plugins, and edit OBS as you like. Open source. Totally free - you don't need to pay a single penny. Integration with streaming services (Twitch, YouTube, etc.)

Cons

  • Nothing bad to say about it, really. The documentation and error handling could be improved, but given some time they probably will.
  • I do not think it is the easiest software to adjust to and there is a slight learning curve but once I took the time to learn all the features and how to use them it became the perfect software for me. I also think it lacks features that allow for people to easily set up their live streams.
  • Bad user interface. Hard to use. Very heavy on CPU and GPU.
  • -Learning curve -It's a very heavy software, so not every computer can handle running OBS and getting smooth results
  • No cons for me, at least. I haven't found any issues.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • It is easier than OBS, doesn't crash friendly interface has everything to start streaming and recording.

Cons

  • I don't like that there is a prime system for overlays except that everything is free.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Open Broadcaster Software
United States
obsproject.com

Company Information

Streamlabs
Founded: 2014
United States
streamlabs.com

Alternatives

Alternatives

Screencapt

Screencapt

ASCOMP Software
Bandicam

Bandicam

Bandicam Company

Categories

Live Streaming Supported
Screen Recording Supported
Video Recording Supported
Webcam Supported

Categories

Live Streaming Supported
Screen Recording Supported
Video Recording Supported

Live Streaming Features

Access Control Not Supported
Audience Analytics Not Supported
Audience Engagement Not Supported
Browser-based Not Supported
Customizable Branding Not Supported
Encoding Not Supported
Event Scheduling Not Supported
Live Streaming Production Not Supported
Moderation Not Supported
Monetization Tools Not Supported
Multi-Screen / Split-Screen Not Supported
Multiple Camera Feeds Not Supported
Multistreaming Not Supported
Session Recording Not Supported
Social Media Integration Not Supported
Streaming Platform Integration Supported

Screen Recording Features

Annotations / Drawing Not Supported
Audio Capture Supported
Backup Not Supported
Collaboration Tools Not Supported
File Sharing Not Supported
Multi-Screen Recording Supported
Screen Capture Supported
Speech-to-Text Not Supported
Video Editing Not Supported
YouTube Uploading Not Supported

Integrations

Basket Score Supported
DLive Supported
Facebook Supported
Facebook Live Supported
Mix It Up Supported
Streamer.bot Supported
Vimeo Supported
Vimeo Livestream Supported
YouTube Supported
AWS Marketplace Supported
Cloudbot Not Supported
Echo Live Supported
Epiphan Connect Supported
Firebot Not Supported
GhostPrompter Supported
Krisp Supported
Lumia Stream Supported
OneAccord Supported
YouTube Live Not Supported

Integrations

Basket Score Supported
DLive Supported
Facebook Supported
Facebook Live Supported
Mix It Up Supported
Streamer.bot Supported
Vimeo Supported
Vimeo Livestream Supported
YouTube Supported
AWS Marketplace Not Supported
Cloudbot Supported
Echo Live Not Supported
Epiphan Connect Not Supported
Firebot Supported
GhostPrompter Not Supported
Krisp Not Supported
Lumia Stream Not Supported
OneAccord Not Supported
YouTube Live Supported
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