Any free camtasia alternatives?

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Hi everyone! I need help finding a tool. My organization uses Camtasia for course recording and editing, but we have a limited number of licenses. When not actively recording a course, we have to give up our license. I want to create short, under-5-minute tutorials, but I can’t get a Camtasia license for this since it’s a side task recommended by my boss and not officially part of our course development.

I’d also like to use the tool for personal projects, so I’m open to paying, but the $400 price tag for a Camtasia personal license is steep for me.

I need a tool that allows screen recording with voiceover and simple editing. Basic animation features would be a plus but aren’t necessary. I’ll be working exclusively on Windows. I’m willing to pay up to $200, preferably for a non-time-bound license, but I would consider a subscription license.

What would you suggest?

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Finding a screen recording tool can be tricky. Here are some options that fit your needs. Want something free? Try Screencast-O-Matic. It lets you record short tutorials (under 15 minutes) with voiceover. Perfect for quick tasks! Up for a challenge? OBS Studio is free and awesome, but takes some learning. Great for screen recording with voiceover and even some animations!

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  • Free: ScreenRec (easy editing, cloud storage), OBS Studio (powerful, steeper learning curve)
  • Paid (under $200): ScreenFlow (Mac only, easy to use, one-time purchase), ActivePresenter Free (limited editing), Shotcut (free editor with basic screen recording)

Choose based on editing needs, learning curve, and personal/work use!

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OBS Studio, to be specific.

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Here are some screen recording tools for Windows that meet your criteria: paid options under $200 with non-time-bound licenses, and free options with some limitations:

Paid Options (Under $200):

ScreenFlow (Windows & Mac):

  • Price: $129/year (free trial available)
  • Overview: ScreenFlow is renowned for its user-friendly interface and intuitive editing features. It includes screen recording with voiceover, basic editing tools, and annotations. While slightly over budget, it offers robust functionalities for comprehensive screen recording and editing needs.

Movavi Screen Recorder (Windows & Mac):

  • Price: $79.95 (one-time purchase)
  • Overview: Movavi Screen Recorder provides screen recording with voiceover, simple editing features, and basic annotations. It’s ideal for creating basic tutorials without requiring advanced editing tools.

DemoCreator (Windows):

  • Price: Starts at $59.95 (one-time purchase, free trial available)
  • Overview: DemoCreator offers screen recording with voiceover, basic editing tools, and annotations. It’s a budget-friendly option with essential functionalities for tutorial creation.

Free Options (with Limitations):

Windows 10/11 Game Bar:

  • Overview: Built-in tool for Windows 10/11 that allows basic screen recording with microphone audio. However, it lacks advanced editing features.

OBS Studio (Windows & Mac):

  • Overview: Open-source software offering powerful features including screen recording with voiceover, advanced editing capabilities, and live streaming. It’s free but has a steeper learning curve compared to paid options.
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Here’s my simple suggestion, but I will explain a bit more for clarity:

ActivePresenter A powerful tool for recording your screen and creating interactive eLearning content, software demos, and video lessons.

Screencast-O-Matic An easy-to-use screen recorder for making video tutorials, screencasts, and presentations, with some editing features included.

Filmora X A video editing software that’s simple to use, with advanced tools for making professional-quality videos, including the ability to record your screen.

Ezvid A free and basic video editor and screen recorder for creating quick and simple videos with basic editing options.