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# Compare OBS Studio vs Bandicam

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> Detailed comparison between OBS Studio and Bandicam. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | OBS Studio | Bandicam |
| **Overall rating** | 4.7/5 | 4.4/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1072 | 125 |
| **Starting Price** | - | US$36,95 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Windows (Desktop) | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | - | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | - | Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### OBS Studio

We still do not consent to being listed here.

### Bandicam

This software is useful for people who want to record a certain area on a PC screen, webcam or capture a game that uses the DirectX/OpenGL/Vulkan graphics technologies.

## Key features

### OBS Studio

- Animation
- Conferencing
- Live Streaming Production
- Real-time Broadcasting
- Video Streaming

### Bandicam

- Audio Capture
- Multi-Screen Recording
- On-Demand Recording
- Screen Capture
- Screen Recording Software
- Video Call Recording
- Video Editing
- YouTube Uploading

## Links

- [View OBS Studio Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/164144/obs)
- [View Bandicam Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/188396/bandicam-screen-recorder)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/164144/188396/obs/vs/bandicam-screen-recorder)

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