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BetterCapture vs Kap: catalog facts
BetterCapture	Kap
Free Free and open source with no subscription.	Free Free and open source.
macOS	macOS
ProRes 4444 with alpha, HEVC and H.264 output Records system audio and microphone together	Open source with no license fee Exports directly to multiple formats including GIF
Requires macOS 15.2 Sequoia or later Recording only, no built-in editor	Mac only Fewer advanced editing features than paid recorders
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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