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bettercapture · v2026.4 • auto-updates
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Screen recorder
brew install --cask bettercapture 282
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v2026.41mo ago2026.3→2026.4
6mo ago2026.2.1→2026.3
Review
Mar 10, 2026BetterCapture is a free and open-source screen recorder designed for macOS, offering a native and intuitive user experience. It is ideal for users who need a reliable and lightweight screen recording tool without advanced features.
Captures screen recordings on macOS.
Maturity: The project is mature with active contributions and a strong community following, though it has some open issues that need addressing.
Community: There is limited community discussion, with only one mention on Hacker News that received minimal engagement. However, the positive reception indicates interest in its features.
Pros
- + Free and open-source
- + Native macOS design
- + Intuitive and user-friendly interface
Cons
- - Lacks advanced screen recording features
- - Some user interface issues reported
Community Mentions
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