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

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