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Reframed vs Kap: catalog facts
Reframed	Kap
Free Free and open source under the MIT license.	Free Free and open source.
macOS	macOS
Records screen, window, region, and connected iOS devices Includes a timeline editor with zooms and captions	Open source with no license fee Exports directly to multiple formats including GIF
macOS only	Mac only Fewer advanced editing features than paid recorders
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 8, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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