Bandicam
Lightweight Windows screen and game recorder with high-frame-rate capture.
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About Bandicam
Bandicam is a Windows screen recorder known for low system overhead, which made it popular for recording games as well as desktop tutorials. It has separate modes for screen areas, gameplay, and external devices such as webcams and capture cards, with options for scheduled recording, real-time drawing and webcam overlay. Newer versions add AI transcription, auto zoom and webcam background removal. The free version is fully usable for testing but limits each recording to a few minutes and watermarks videos exported from its editing tools. A paid licence removes the limits and is available as an annual licence or a perpetual licence for a given version, with a bundle that includes the Bandicut video cutter. A Mac version has recently appeared, but the product is centred on Windows. It does not include cloud sharing or a full editor, so it suits people who want reliable local capture.
Best for: Windows users recording gameplay or tutorials locally with minimal slowdown.
Pros and cons
What works
- Light on system resources during recording
- Dedicated game, screen and device recording modes
- Perpetual licence available
Why people leave
- Free version limits recording length
- No cloud sharing or full editor
- Interface looks dated
Top Bandicam alternatives
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OBS Studio66.5Free and open source with no time limits, plus streaming.
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Medal62.6Free game clipping with instant sharing to friends and social platforms.
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FlashBack Express59.6Free Windows recorder with no time limit or watermark.
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Movavi Screen Recorder57.2Similar paid recorder that also runs on Mac and has scheduling.
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ShareX55.3Free, open-source option for quick Windows recordings and GIFs.
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Bandicam: common questions
Is Bandicam free?
Bandicam has a free plan and paid plans. Free version limit: 5 minutes per recording (checked on Bandicam's own site).
Is Bandicam open source?
No, Bandicam is not open source. Open-source alternatives include OBS Studio and ShareX.
What platforms does Bandicam run on?
Bandicam is available for Windows and macOS.
What are the best alternatives to Bandicam?
The highest-ranked Bandicam alternatives right now are OBS Studio, Medal and FlashBack Express. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.