Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- OBS Project
- Pricing
- Open source — Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac, Linux
- Best for
- Streamers, Creators
- Editor rating
- 4.7 / 5
- Founded
- 2012
- Headquarters
- Open source
What is OBS Studio?
OBS Studio is a screen recording tool from OBS Project. OBS Studio is the free, open-source standard for screen recording and live streaming.
OBS Studio uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.
It's best suited to streamers, creators and runs on Windows, Mac, Linux.
Standout strengths include free & open source, powerful, great for streaming. Worth weighing: steep learning curve, no cloud hosting.
OBS Studio pricing
Pros
- Free & open source
- Powerful
- Great for streaming
Cons
- Steep learning curve
- No cloud hosting
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Frequently asked questions
What is OBS Studio?
OBS Studio is the free, open-source standard for screen recording and live streaming.
How much does OBS Studio cost?
OBS Studio is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does OBS Studio have a free trial?
OBS Studio offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does OBS Studio support?
OBS Studio is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.