Loom vs OBS Studio
Compare these two screen recording tools to find the best option for creating training videos and onboarding content.

Loom
★4.5/5
Record your screen, camera, and microphone instantly with Loom's simple screen recording tool
From $0/month

OBS Studio
★4.6/5
Free, open-source screen recording and streaming software with professional features
From $0
Feature Comparison
Feature | Loom | OBS Studio |
---|---|---|
Free Available | ||
Windows Support | ||
macOS Support | ||
Linux Support | ||
Zoom Effects | ||
Auto Captions | ||
Team Collaboration | ||
Audio Recording | ||
Enterprise Security | ||
Script Generation | ||
AI Voiceovers | ||
Auto Article Generation |
Loom AI Features
- Auto-generated captions
- AI transcription
OBS Studio AI Features
No AI features
Loom - Pros & Cons
Pros
- • Super simple to use
- • Instant sharing with links
- • Works on all platforms
Cons
- • Limited editing features
- • Watermark on free plan
- • No advanced effects
OBS Studio - Pros & Cons
Pros
- • Completely free
- • Highly customizable
- • Professional features
Cons
- • Steep learning curve
- • Complex interface
- • No built-in editing