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OBS Studio

Free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming on Windows, macOS and Linux. Scene composition, sources, filters and plugins make it the default streaming tool for gaming, education and creator broadcasts. Free and open source (GPL).

first seen 11 Feb 2026

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2mentions
2creators
100%organic

Who actually uses OBS Studio

From tracked mentions across YouTube, podcasts, X and newsletters. Active = mentioned in the last 120 days.

The receipts

Verbatim quotes, ≤120 characters, linked to the second they were said.

I'll open up OBS and every single one of my desktop capture sources
Linus Tech Tips·Video15:56Organicsource
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Corrections are reviewed and versioned. Thank you.

fixing my face cam in OBS and it did it automatically
MattVidPro AI·Video5:50Organicsource
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Corrections are reviewed and versioned. Thank you.

Is there a newer or better tool?

No tracked creator has switched away from OBS Studio. Here are the other tools creators reach for in Screen Recording & Live Production.

Alternatives in Screen Recording & Live Production

FAQ

Do creators actually use OBS Studio, or is it sponsored?+

Of 2 tracked OBS Studio mentions with receipts, 2 are organic (genuine workflow use) — 100% organic. Every mention is labelled by source, and payment never changes the ranking.

What is OBS Studio?+

OBS Studio is free, open-source recording and live-streaming software with scene-based composition, available on Windows, macOS and Linux.

Is OBS Studio free?+

Yes — OBS Studio is completely free and open source under the GPL, funded by sponsorships and donations.

Which creators use OBS Studio?+

Creators tracked in the screen-recording category — see the receipts on this page.