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Moonlight vs OBS
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Moonlight
8.0GameStream client
OBS
8.0Open-source software for live streaming and screen recording
| Metric | Moonlight | OBS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Media & Design |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 992 | 4.4K |
| 90-day Installs | 2.9K | 12.0K |
| 365-day Installs | 8.7K | 44.4K |
| Version | 6.1.0 | 32.1.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 16.4K | 70.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 993 | 9.1K |
| Open Issues | 511 | 1.1K |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | C++ | C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jul 16, 2014 |
Reviews
Moonlight
Moonlight is a GameStream client enabling gamers to stream games from a remote server to their devices. It supports multiple platforms, including macOS, Linux, Windows, and Steam Link, making it ideal for cross-platform gaming experiences.
Streams games from a remote server to your device.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for various devices
- + Active development with regular updates
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some ongoing issues on macOS
OBS
OBS is a versatile, open-source tool for live streaming and screen recording, offering extensive customization and plugin support. It's ideal for content creators, gamers, and developers seeking a free, flexible solution for video production.
Enables live streaming and screen recording with customizable settings and third-party plugins.
Pros
- + Open-source with active community support
- + Highly customizable with plugin ecosystem
- + Free and widely adopted across multiple platforms
Cons
- - Steep learning curve for new users
- - Occasional bugs due to its complexity