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OBS Studio

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VendorOBS Project
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StatusActive
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Languages17
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Free tierYES
Free trialNO
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About OBS Studio

OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) is a free and open-source application for video recording and live streaming.

OBS Studio, from the OBS Project, is a widely-used free and open-source software for live streaming and video recording. It enables users to create professional productions by capturing and mixing real-time video and audio from various sources, including screen captures, webcams, and media files. Key features include an intuitive audio mixer with advanced filters, unlimited scene creation with custom transitions, and a modular user interface for a personalized layout. The software is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. As it is free and open-source, there are no pricing plans or trials; it is supported by community contributions. Support is provided through an extensive knowledge base, forums, and a community chat. It does not offer direct phone or live chat support.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Completely free and open-source, with no watermarks or limitations.
  • Cross-platform support for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Highly customizable with support for unlimited scenes, sources, and plugins.
  • Powerful real-time video and audio mixing capabilities.
  • Active community support through forums, Discord, and a knowledge base.
Cons
  • The extensive features can present a steep learning curve for new users.
  • No official direct support channels like phone or live chat.
  • Performance can be resource-intensive on lower-end computers.

Features

Key features

Real-time Video/Audio Mixing

Capture and mix video and audio from sources like webcams, capture cards, and application windows.

Unlimited Scenes

Create and switch between an unlimited number of scenes with customizable transitions.

Intuitive Audio Mixer

Features per-source filters such as noise gate, noise suppression, and gain, with VST plugin support.

Modular UI

A 'Dock' user interface that allows users to rearrange the layout, including popping out individual elements to their own windows.

Hotkeys

Set customizable hotkeys for actions like starting/stopping streams, switching scenes, and muting audio sources.

Studio Mode

Preview scenes and sources before they go live to ensure a professional broadcast.

Multi-platform Support

Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.

Additional features

Multiview

Monitor up to 8 different scenes and transition to any of them with a single click.

Custom Transitions

Choose from a variety of built-in transitions or use custom stinger video files.

Source Management

Easily add, duplicate, and adjust the properties of various sources like images, text, and browser windows.

Plugin and Script Support

Extend functionality with native plugins or scripts written in Lua or Python via a powerful API.

Broad Platform Compatibility

Supports streaming to all major platforms, including Twitch and YouTube.

Configuration Options

A streamlined settings panel provides access to a wide array of options to configure broadcasts and recordings.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Countries served
17
Interface languages
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Interface languages

EnglishCzechDanishGermanSpanishBasqueFinnishFrenchHungarianJapaneseKoreanPortugueseRussianSwedishTurkishUkrainianChinese (Simplified)

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