Установить веб камеру на ноутбук бесплатно для windows 10

Agent DVR 6.3.4.0

Усовершенствованная платформа видеонаблюдения для Windows, которая работает на всех современных компьютерах, мобильных устройствах и даже в виртуальной реальности. Поддерживается удаленный доступ из любого места без необходимости переадресации портов…

get_app4 285 | Бесплатная |

AnyCam 5.0.17.0

Программа для удобного наблюдения за несколькими IP-камерами одновременно. Поддерживает поток MJPEG, позволяет легко и быстро подключать камеры через их IP-адреса или доменные имена, просматривать изображения с камер в реальном времени и делать скриншоты…

get_app142 | Условно-бесплатная |

ContaCam 9.9.25

ContaCam — многофункциональная программа для организации системы видеонаблюдения и видеотрансляции…

get_app59 746 | Бесплатная |

SmartVision 2.6

Комплексная система видеонаблюдения для компьютеров на Windows, поддерживающая до 16 IP-камер и оснащенная ИИ-аналитикой для обнаружения потенциальных угроз. Позволяет управлять камерами, записывать видео и аудио, а также сохранять данные в облаке…

get_app329 | Бесплатная |

Jami 2024-12-19

Бесплатный сервис для организации видеоконференций, а также голосового и видео общения, предоставляющий зашифрованную связь и неограниченные по времени звонки, возможность передавать файлы разного размера, использовать любое количество учётных записей…

get_app785 | Бесплатная |

AlterCam 6.4

AlterCam — виртуальная вебкамера, с помощью которой можно захватывать видео с указанного источника и добавлять к нему разнообразные эффекты в режиме реального времени…

get_app15 097 | Условно-бесплатная |

Xeoma 24.9.24

Xeoma — программа для видеонаблюдения. Поддерживает любые веб-и IP-камеры, в том числе Wi-Fi камеры, а также Интернет-камеры…

get_app111 023 | Бесплатная |

ManyCam 9.0.0.16

ManyCam — интересная программа, которая позволяет расширить возможности веб-камеры при использовании ее в различных приложениях, таких как например Skype, CamFrog, PalTalk, Yahoo и др., добавляя на картинку различные спецэффекты…

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Webcam Capture 3.3

Простое в использовании приложение с минималистичным пользовательским интерфейсаом, предназначенное для создания снимков с веб-камеры. Поддерживается полноэкранный режим просмотра. Приложение использует DirectShow и требует наличие установленного DirectX…

get_app11 039 | Бесплатная |

SplitCam 10.6.54 / 10.8.5

SplitCam — бесплатная программа способная существенно расширить возможности вебкамеры и предназначенная для разделения видеопотока. SplitCam позволяет добавлять в видео всевозможные эффекты для веб камеры во время видеозвонков…

get_app48 609 | Бесплатная |

Yawcam 0.8.0

Yawcam — программа для работы с веб- и IP-камерами и получения с них изображения или видеопотока. Позволяет сохранить полученные результаты на ПК или опубликовать их в Интернете…

get_app23 239 | Бесплатная |

Cyberlink YouCam 10.1.2717.0

Cyberlink YouCam — отличный инструмент, способный существенно расширить функционал веб-камеры, благодаря которому даже неопытный пользователь сможет без особых трудностей создавать видеопрезентации, клипы, накладывать различные эффекты, фильтры и рамки…

get_app189 435 | Условно-бесплатная |

Линия IP 8.1.1

Программный продукт, предназначенный для работы системы видеонаблюдения «Линия» с IP-видеокамерами. Имеется многозонный детектор движения, поддержка передачи звука с IP-камер, удаленное управление, сетевой клиент и пр. Можно управлять поворотными камерами…

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iSpy 7.2.6.0

iSpy — программа, которая с помощью микрофона и веб-камеры позволяет следить за помещением, и при обнаружении любого движения или звука, сигнализирует об этом пользователю, отправив сообщение по электронной почте или с помощью SMS…

get_app142 857 | Бесплатная |

Webcam Surveyor 3.9.2

Удобный инструмент видеонаблюдения и видеозаписи, позволяющий записывать видео, делать снимки со своей камеры и пр. Присутствует встроенный детектор движений, функция Motion Capture, поддержка современных алгоритмов сжатия видео, менеджер файлов и прочее…

get_app3 950 | Условно-бесплатная |

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Безопасное обновление

Все драйверы являются официальными, подлинными драйверами с официальных сайтов производителей устройств и прошли строгие и профессиональные испытания IObit. Усовершенствованный механизм обновления Driver Booster поможет подобрать наиболее подходящий и новейший драйвер для пользователей и автоматически создавать точку восстановления системы перед обновлением, чтобы обеспечить безопасный процесс обновления. Вы можете легко и безопасно обновить последние версии драйверов известных производителей веб-камер, таких как Logitech и Microsoft.

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Популярные драйверы веб-камеры +

Быстрое обнаружение

Driver Booster — это профессиональный инструмент автоматического обновления драйверов, который может автоматически идентифицировать все устройства на компьютере, включая недавно добавленные устройства. Пользователям нужно только нажать «ПУСК», чтобы обнаружить все устаревшие драйверы и неправильно установленные проблемные драйверы.

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Резервное копирование

С помощью Driver Booster пользователи могут легко создавать резервные копии. Если после обновления драйвера обнаруживаются проблемы с устройством, такие как синий экран, сбой устройства, несовместимость устройства и т.д., то можно восстановить старую версию драйвера одним щелчком мыши с помощью Driver Booster.

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Используйте потенциал оборудования

Если ваше оборудование не может работать нормально, возможно, из-за проблемы с драйвером устройства. Производители устройств часто обновляют драйверы для исправления ошибок, поддержки большего количества устройств или новейших функций приложения. Следовательно, обновление драйвера устройства необходимо для исправления проблем устройства и повышения производительности компьютера.

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Bandicam — это профессиональная программа для записи видео с веб-камеры, которая позволяет записывать видео с любых устройств, включая веб-камеры с интерфейсом USB, карты захвата изображения и видеорегистраторов. С Bandicam вы сможете снимать фото и видео и даже записывать звук.
Bandicam позволяет автоматически завершать запись видео с веб-камеры по времени записи или по размеру готового файла. Записанные файлы можно сохранять в различных форматах, включая MP4, AVI и WAV.

Bandicam полностью поддерживает аппаратно ускоренный кодировщик h.264 от NVidia NVENC/CUDA, видео Intel Quick Sync и AMD VCE/VCN, что позволяет записывать видео на высокой скорости при высоком коэффициенте сжатия и в непревзойденном качестве.

Использование режима записи с устройства

Для использования режима записи с устройства в Bandicam вам потребуется веб-камера или устройство захвата изображения (аппаратное).

Запись видео с веб-камеры на ПК (Необходима веб-камера.)

С помощью Bandicam записывать видео с веб-камеры в хорошем качестве можно в режиме реального времени и при высоком коэффициенте сжатия.

Запись игрового процесса на Xbox или PlayStation на ПК

Можно записывать качественное видео с игровых консолей (Xbox, PlayStation и т. д.). (Необходима карта захвата изображения и HDMI-кабель).

Захват изображения с экрана iPhone/смартфона на ПК

С помощью Bandicam можно записывать изображение с экрана iPhone, iPad или смартфона в высоком качестве. (Необходима карта захвата изображения и MHL-кабель.)

Захват изображения IPTV, APPLE TV, HDTV на ПК

С помощью Bandicam можно записывать изображение с телевизионных приставок Apple TV или IPTV в высоком качестве. (Необходима карта захвата изображения и HDMI-кабель).

Видеообзор записи видео с устройства с помощью Bandicam

Режим записи с устройства предназначен для записи видео с внешних устройств, таких как веб-камеры, Xbox, смартфоны, IPTV, карты захвата изображения и т. д. Для использования данного режима Bandicam требуется веб-камера или устройство захвата изображения (аппаратное).

Снимки экрана Bandicam — приложение для записи видео с веб-камеры

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Аппаратное ускорение для записи видео с веб-камеры

Программа Bandicam оптимизирует эффективность записи за счет аппаратно ускоренного кодировщика H.264/HEVC.
Это позволяет записывать видео на высокой скорости при высоком коэффициенте сжатия и в непревзойденном качестве.

NVIDIA для записи видео с веб-камеры

Intel QSV для записи видео с веб-камеры

AMD VCE/VCN для записи видео с веб-камеры

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Video communication services are an integral part of today’s technological world. But do you think that just having a high-end camera with an in-built webcam will be enough for you? Not really. A good camera along with the best webcam software is what will take your experience to the next level.

There is no denying that a lot can be done with a camera, but when clubbed with the right software, it can do wonders. It can be used for clicking wide-angle selfies, recording videos, video calling with your loved ones, and many other thrilling things.

From necessary activities to fancy tasks, the webcam software can be used for “n” number of things. Keeping in mind these varied user requirements, we have compiled a well-researched list of some of the best webcam recording software for you.

Each of our picks stands out on some of the other parameters, which includes a slick user interface, impressive frames, graphic effects, editing tools, and many more.

Let’s now take a quick look at the top webcam software for Windows 7/8/10.

What Are The Best Webcam Software for Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 in 2024?

Check out our well-researched list below to know about the top webcam recording software available in the marketplace currently.

1. ManyCam

With its extensive list of features and offerings, ManyCam surely deserves a place on the list of Best webcam software. It is an incredible tool with simple and convenient working. ManyCam can be easily integrated with your Game Capture features, Skype account, Facebook, Tumblr, Youtube and can also work as a screencast for your PC screen.

You can use it to alter the background of your video stream and for adding multiple effects like stickers, backgrounds, 3D effects, and face masks. In addition to this, it also supports various video sources, picture in picture, playlist, IP Camera, Mobile app, Multiple channel broadcasting, and many more.

Out of the many features, as mentioned above, it Mobile app feature captures everyone’s attention. This feature erases the need of a dedicated webcam, which means your mobile phone camera is sufficient for you. All you need to do, connect your phone with your computer system. With the help of ManyCam’s mobile app feature, you can use your smartphone as a webcam.

2. Yawcam

Next on our list of best free webcam software windows 7 is Yawcam. It is a free app, but that does not mean it is less than any high-end paid tool. Its voluminous list of features and benefits makes it a perfect pick. Video streaming, password protection, image snapshot, time-lapse movies, multi-language support, built-in web server, and motion detection are a few of the offerings of Yawcam. But the two most notable features are real-time video streaming and an inbuilt-web-server. You can also set a password for your videos and pictures with Yawcam.

3. MyCam

Another most popular and top webcam software for windows 10 is MyCam. It comes with a clean and convenient UI and is known to offer an array of advanced utilities. The “Album” feature is its most distinctive offering and allows you to share recorded files with your smartphone.

Major Benefits

It can be used to scan barcodes and QR codes.
It supports video broadcasting.
You can add videos and sound effects to your recording with My cam.
It comes with multiple filters and stunning effects that can be used while clicking pictures and making videos.
Enjoy videos without lag and high-quality images with its GPU image processing mechanism.

4. Cyberlink YouCam

If you like the overall functionality of MyCam, you will surely be amazed by YouCam7. You can not only use it to record videos and capture images but also add various effects, frames, and color presets to them.

This best webcam recording software comes in both a free and premium version. Its free version lasts for 30 days and offers benefits like:

Face beautifying tools and effects.
Panorama and HDR photo modes.
Smart video enhancement tools.
Real-time skin smoothing effects for videos.

For users who want to enjoy advanced features like surveillance, services can opt for its premium version, which costs Standard ($34.95) and deluxe ($44.95).

5. Splitcam

Its ability to support multiple clients makes it different from all the webcam software mentioned above. With Splitcam, you can stream numerous things with your friends on Skype and other platforms. This makes it work more engaging and is not available on any other similar software.

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3D Masks to give 3D effects.
It can easily sync with various streaming platforms like Ustream, TinyChat, etc.
It can effortlessly split your videos to several programs.
It can be used as an IP camera.
It offers multiple webcam effects.
It can stream your video files, webcam, and various slideshows.

6. IP Camera Viewer

If you think that webcam can only be used for video chatting and live streaming, then you are highly mistaken. Use this best webcam software as an IP camera Viewer to monitor and shield your workplace and house. IP Camera Viewer can support up to 1800 IP camera modules. It also gives its users multiple customization options like coverage area, frame rate, orientation, and many more.

You can use it to record videos in various resolutions and varied sharpness, contrast, and saturation. It works incredibly well on different Windows versions, including 10/8/7/XP/Vista/2012 and 2008.

7. Photo Broth Pro

Photo Broth Pro is a highly popular and widely used webcam. This excellent webcam software comes at no price and is perfect for supporting clear and crisp video communications. It takes care of slow loading speed and avoids your camera from lagging.

Its user interface is user-friendly and has many hotkeys attached to its name.

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You can add filters, effects, and stickers to it.
It also offers various beautification tools that can make your videos and photos look good.
It can record high-quality pictures with real effects.

8. Webcam Toy

Add a fun quotient to your video calls with Webcam Toy. This browser-based tool comes with a large basket of effects and filters to choose from. It is entirely free of cost and is exceptionally easy to use. Download it today to click pictures, download them, and upload them on your Social media accounts.

9. Logitech Webcam

Who doesn’t know about Logitech Webcam? Previously known as Quickcam Express, the Logitech webcam has been in the market for quite some time now and is readily available on the Windows app store. Use it to record videos and take images; additionally, it can also be used to detect motions and for adjusting your camera’s sensitivity. It’s a good pick for users looking for a sound surveillance system.

10. FakeWebcam

The next tool on our list of best webcam recording software is FakeWebcam. This virtual webcam works just like a real one and is highly easy to use. Use it to add various overlays and effects with the filters it offers.

11. Debut Video Capture and Screen Recorder Software

Debut Video Capture Software is another feature-rich webcam solution for Windows 10, 8, and 7. It allows you to record videos from a network IP camera, webcam, and other external sources. It comes with a screen recorder tool that lets you record your computer screen, gameplay, movies, or any other streaming videos.

You also have the option to use its video overlay feature which helps you to record your webcam and device’s screen simultaneously. This software is available for download for non-commercial use.

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12. GoPlay

GoPlay is the best webcam software that you can use to record videos with your voice. Plus, with the help of GoPlay, you can also add captions to your videos. And, without any annoyance, you can remove the background noise from the video. Moreover, the tool offers numerous varieties of video effects. You can also share the videos directly to other social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Effectively, it supports HD resolution along with editing the speed of video and audio. Basically, it is a perfect application for recording fast-speed games up to 60fps and GoPlay is an ideal option for streaming too. GoPlay is highly compatible with Windows, Android, and iOS.

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13. Movavi Screen Recorder

Next on this rundown is, Movavi Screen Recorder, one of the leading webcam and screen recording software. This application is used for screen recording, capturing, streaming, video calls, and many more. With this application, you can be able to capture a full HD video at 60 fps (frames per sound). Additionally, this application provides ready-to-use templates. Sounds impressive no! With this amazing tool, you can be able to share the results directly on Google Driver, Movavi Cloud, or YouTube. And, to capture the screen audio with Movavi you do not need extra hardware. Movavi Screen Recorder is highly compatible with Windows and Mac. With this software, you can also record webinars and streaming videos with ease.

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14. Webcamoid: Ultimate Webcam Suite

The next best free Webcam software is Webcamoid. It is used for live streaming, capturing screenshots, and recording screens. Moreover, it has advanced adjustment possibilities for pictures and videos. You can edit the contrast, saturation, or brightness of the image using the simple slider or simply entering the number.

Also, it allows automatic adjustment for temperature, backlight compensation, white balance, and gain. The not-so-ordinary flash function automatically brightens the screen before capturing pictures. The software also supports VLC playback support.

As the software is available for free it is a tremendous option for Webcam software for Windows, Mac, and Linux users. However, the only drawback is it lacks the default options.

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15. NVIDIA Broadcast

The next name in this list of the best free Webcam software for Windows is NVIDIA Broadcast. This is amazing software that is used by millions of gamers and professionals worldwide. The smart and futuristic features of the tool allow you to get amazing streaming and broadcasting results. Your streamers will get amazing quality with clearer sound with this tool.

The best part about this tool is the AI-enhanced voice and video features. The presence of these features means that the tool ascertains the background audio and video and optimizes the same for the best experience of viewers or streamers.

The tool is available for Windows devices only but makes up for the same with its advanced features.

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16. Bandicam Webcam Software

Bandicam is another free webcam software for Windows PCs. Using this lightweight tool, you can directly record games from PlayStation or Xbox with a high compression ratio. In addition to this, it is one of the most popular screen recorder software as well.

The software comes with lots of advanced and excellent features. It supports real-time drawing functionality, allowing you to outline and draw something on your screenshot or video. Not only that, but with the help of this software you can even schedule recording on a daily/weekly basis as per your preference. Bandicam also lets you record your voice and the system audio simultaneously. Moreover, adding animation and mouse effects while recording is another useful feature offered by Bandicam.

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Closing Words: Best Free Webcam Software 2024

In this blog, we have discussed some of the best webcam software for Windows 10,11 that you can install right now. We have shortlisted this software based on their ease of usage, versatility, offerings, and UI. Refer to our list and choose the one which suits your requirements.

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Try Movavi Screen Recorder!

Grab your webcam feed
Capture webinars and online calls
Record video instructions and tutorials

It is really useful to have some of the best webcam recorders on your PC if you record a lot of meetings and presentations. So here’s the list of the best webcam software available for free. You can also check out our recorder right away.

Quick summary

For simple recording and editing on Windows and Mac: Movavi Screen Recorder
For Windows and Mac users with Logitech webcams: Logitech Capture
For screen recording with special effects on Windows: CyberLink YouCam

They’re great tools for making HD training videos^[1], promotional videos, or for presenting software reviews. And the top webcam recorders can come in useful for lots of other things such as design projects, making presentations into movie files, and for messing around with the kids or your friends. If you’re looking for the best webcam downloads, a screen recorder with a webcam capture, laptop camera software, or a webcam application with universal compatibility, you’ve come to the right place.

We’ll show you the best free webcam software for Windows 10 as well as paid-for options and some Mac apps too, with links to reputable places for your webcam software download.

Here’s what Movavi’s team does to provide you with verified information:

When selecting products to include in our reviews, we research both demand and popularity.
All products mentioned in this article have been tested by Movavi Content Team.
When testing, we aim to highlight the best features of a product and what it’s best suited for.
We study user reviews from popular review platforms and make use of this information when writing our product reviews.
We collect feedback from our users and analyze their opinions of Movavi software as well as products from other companies.

Free webcam software for Windows 10

Movavi Screen Recorder

Best for capturing online calls, webinars, and streaming videos

G2 rating
OS:
Windows, macOS X
Formats:
MP4, AVI, MOV, MKV, GIF, MP3, PNG, BMP, JPG
Price:
Free / $59.95

Features:

Capture anything from your screen and webcam, complete with keystrokes and mouse actions
Save video from the screen or webcam in 4K and HD
Draw right on your screenshots and videos while recording live
Schedule to record at any time, then watch later
Grab system sound, mic, even speaker feeds – clean and noise-free
Keep your colleagues up-to-date with screenshots – capture an entire screen or snip just a part of it, then edit and send via WhatsApp or email

The best thing about Movavi Screen Recorder isn’t its flexibility or extensive file format support. It’s that the learning curve is virtually flat: this is an app you can install and use without having to work out what button does what. It can capture your webcam, your display, or both simultaneously; you can schedule recordings in advance; you can annotate as you record, and there’s a useful audio-only recording option too. The free version is fully functional, so you can put it through its paces without having to spend any money, and it can record both Full HD and 4K video.

Pros:

Save actions from your screen to boost your day-to-day productivity
Smooth performance on any Windows or Mac computer
A handy tool to ramp up productivity with digital media capture
A wide choice of popular formats to save your recording in
Simple sharing via links to your videos or uploading directly to the cloud and social media

Cons:

You’ll get all the creative freedom with the full version of the app

Logitech Capture

Best for Logitech webcam owners

OS:
Windows, Mac OS X
Formats:
MP4
Price:
Free

Features:

Multiple sources
Vertical mode for phone viewing
Multiple camera profiles

Logitech Capture is available for both Windows and Mac, and it’s designed to work specifically with Logitech’s own webcams. There are lots of useful features here, including multi-source recording – not just desktop or window plus webcam, but two webcams if you have them – and vertical video capture for when you’re making movies to be seen on mobile phones. It enables you to livestream and to add live text overlays, and you can customize your settings and save up to six different camera profiles if you like to have a different look for different kinds of video. It’s very capable, although it’s the kind of app you’ll want to spend some time learning to appreciate what it can do.

Pros:

Very capable
Portrait recording
Multi-source recording

Cons:

Doesn’t work on M1 Macs
Overkill for some

CyberLink YouCam

Best for special effects and family fun

CNet rating:
OS:
Windows 7 or later
Formats:
WMV, AVI, MP4
Price:
$34.99

Features:

Live makeup
Presentation mode
Good filters

Many webcam recorders can make videos, but can they make you look good too? YouCam can. Its Live Makeup feature can make subtle enhancements to your skin tone to make sure that every side is your good side. The app also has lots of special effects and filters, which make it a good option for messing around with the family, but it’s also a serious tool that you can use for business. There’s a dedicated presentation mode that helps you turn slideshows into something more visually interesting, and a good collection of video enhancement features to help you get the best from your recordings. There’s a 30-day free trial, so you can put the app through its paces and see quite a lot of pop-up messages urging you to buy the whole thing.

Pros:

Lots of fun
Business-friendly options
Lots of effects

Cons:

Trial version really wants to sell you the app

Screencapture Webcam Recorder

Best for quick webcam recording

Features

TrustPilot rating:
OS:
Windows, Mac (via browser)
Formats:
MP4
Supported devices:
Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera
Price:
Free

Features:

Not many: it’s designed to be extremely simple

Webcam recording doesn’t get much simpler than this. Simply point your web browser at Screencapture.com, and you can record your webcam with a single click (or three clicks if you include giving the browser permission to use your webcam and microphone). There are no editing features and no on-screen controls other than a stop-recording button; when you do that, you can then download your video as an MP4 file.

This isn’t a great option for Mac users. It doesn’t work in the Safari web browser, but you can get around that by opening it in Google Chrome. Also, the downloaded MP4 might need additional software to play it.

Cons:

Very basic; webcam only
Doesn’t work in Safari on Mac
File format won’t open in QuickTime on Mac

ManyCam

Best for making learning fun

G2 rating:
OS:
Windows, Mac, iOS, Android
Formats:
GIF, FLV, MKV, MOV, MP4
Price:
free download; from $29 per year

Features:

Chroma key
YouTube and Facebook streaming
Virtual backgrounds

ManyCam is the kind of webcam application we’d turn to in education or training, thanks to the inclusion of a whiteboard that’s ideal for sketching, scribbling, and doodling. It can handle multiple simultaneous video sources and stream live to Facebook and YouTube. It enables you to use multiple layers and adjust their opacity, replace the background of your feed with a virtual location, and there’s also chroma key support for green or blue screen effects. Not all of these features are available in the standard edition, though: if you want the virtual backgrounds, chroma key, and the ability to record in 4K, you’ll need the Studio version, which is $59 a year.

Pros:

Useful whiteboard for education/training/meetings
Multiple video sources
Multiple layers
Live-streaming

Cons:

Standard version doesn’t include background blur or chroma key

YawCam

Best for PC hobbyists

Snapfiles rating:
OS:
Windows XP/2000 or later
Formats:
GIF, JPG, PNG
Supported devices:
PC only
Price:
Free

Features:

Built-in web server
Automatic FTP upload
Motion detection

YawCam gets its name from Yet Another Webcam Software, and it’s a Windows webcam app written in Java. It’s a fairly simple freeware app in terms of what it does. If you’re looking for multi-camera footage with all kinds of special effects and other goodies, this is not the webcam program for you. But YawCam has its own built-in web server, the ability to upload to FTP sites, motion detection and an online scheduler. You can also use it to make time-lapse movies. What it can’t do is output in any of the video formats you’d expect: the output options here are JPG, GIF, and PNG images, although you can stream live to the internet. That means YawCam is best suited to applications such as public webcams or security cameras rather than making video podcasts or game speed runs.

Pros:

It’s free
It can stream live
It can make time lapse

Cons:

No video file export
Feels very old

SplitCam

Best for multistreaming

OS:
Windows 10, Mac OS X
Formats:
MP4
Supported devices:
PC, Mac
Price:
Free

Features:

Multiple streaming destinations simultaneously
Virtual webcam
Desktop sharing
Audio mixing

You can tell that SplitCam has been around for a while: its marketing materials on splitcamera.com make great play of its compatibility with Windows 7, ICQ, and MSN Messenger. That latter service was closed in 2014. But the app itself has been in continuous development, and the most recent version at the time of writing was released in April 2021. That’s for version 10, for Windows 10; there’s also a Mac version but that’s version 0.9, which is a beta version.

The big draw here is multistreaming, which enables you to stream one video source to multiple live services or to multiple apps simultaneously without melting your computer. SplitCam also has virtual webcam features to mix your webcam with other sources such as your screen, media files, or apps, and there’s full desktop sharing too. Having multiple sources also means handling multiple audio sources too, and SplitCam’s built-in audio mixer makes that easy. It looks and feels like a premium app, but it’s freeware: the only cost is if you want it sent to you on a disc instead of downloading it.

Pros:

It’s free
One app, multiple livestreams
Good audio features

Cons:

Mac version is a beta

Windows 10 Camera

Best for keeping things simple

OS:
Windows 10
Formats:
MP4
Platforms:
Windows 10, Windows 10 Mobile, Xbox One/X/S
Price:
Free

Features:

OneDrive integration
Auto-stitch recordings

This Windows 10 camera app is Microsoft’s own image and video app, and it integrates well with OneDrive cloud storage, so you can access your content from anywhere and any device. The video recording feature has a useful auto-stitch feature: you can pause and resume your recording whenever you like, and the Camera app sticks the bits together into a cohesive whole.

Microsoft’s camera app for PC is all very polished and works very well, but the Windows 10 Camera app is designed to be simple and doesn’t offer much in the way of features. We’ve also seen users complain that the file sizes can be massive: because Windows 10 Camera is designed to work with every PC, it doesn’t use some of the more efficient but processor-intensive compression you’ll find in many paid-for Windows webcam apps.

Pros:

It’s really simple
It’s really easy

Cons:

It’s really basic
Video files can be very large

Debut Video Capture Software

Best for home security camera recording

TechRadar rating:
OS:
Windows, Mac OS X
Formats:
AVI, MPG, MP4, MOV
Price:
Free for non-commercial use

Features:

Scheduled recording
Multi-camera recording
Virtual webcam
Image adjustments

Debut looks a bit dated, but it’s a solid and straightforward screen recorder that includes some advanced options, including scheduled recording and lots of export options. In addition to your webcam, it supports multiscreen setups, and it can also grab footage from IP cameras, so you can use it to tune into and record from internet-enabled security cameras too. However, while it supports multiple video sources, it can only record from one source at a time. You can still record your screen and webcam simultaneously thanks to its virtual webcam, which puts you in a screen overlay as you record your PC screen.

There’s lots to like here, with lots of control over resolutions and video size, aspect ratio and frame rate, and you can also adjust the brightness and contrast to make footage more vivid. It’s worth noting that while this app is free, that’s only for non-commercial use. For commercial users, you need the $39 Pro version.

Pros:

Works with IP cameras and connected video sources, e.g. video recorders
Direct upload to YouTube, Vimeo, and Flickr
Green screen and audio-only options

Cons:

Looks a bit old-fashioned

Webcam Toy

Best for messing around

OS:
Any (web browser)
Formats:
JPG
Platforms:
Any
Price:
Free

Features:

Live filters
Still image capture
Social media sharing

Webcam Toy’s name is a bit of a giveaway. This is a webcam app that’s designed for having a bit of fun rather than doing anything serious. So, while it enables you to add all kinds of special effects while you clown for the camera, there’s no video recording facility here. Instead, the app takes one or more still images that you can share to your socials or download as JPEGs to your computer or mobile device.

Pros:

Over 80 effects
Instant results
Easy to use

MyCam

Best for arty filters

OS:
Windows
Formats:
MP4, GIF
Price:
Free (watermarks) / $9.99

Features:

Real-time artistic filters
Hardware acceleration

MyCam is a webcam application that enables you to apply a range of artistic filters to your video, with a library that includes filters to distort, blur, recolour and transform the footage from your webcam. We particularly like the ones that make the video look like it’s hand-drawn or painted. These filters are possible because unlike some of the apps we’ve looked at here, MyCam can take advantage of the power of your PC’s graphics card to apply its effects. It’s not the most comprehensive webcam application we’ve looked at, but its filters and effects are fun. The free version is fully featured but watermarks your projects; you can get rid of the watermarks by getting the paid-for version, which isn’t very expensive.

Pros:

It’s cheap
It’s fun
Effects are very good

Bandicam

Best for big ideas

Capterra rating:
OS:
Windows
Formats:
AVI, MP4
Price:
$39.95

Features:

3D game recording
Connects to external devices
Chroma key
Record scheduling

Bandicam is designed specifically for recording PC screens or webcams, and to capture games that use DirectX/OpenGL/Vulkan graphics technologies. It can record 3D games at up to 4K Ultra HD resolution, it can shoot video at up to 480fps, and it can also record external connected devices such as your games console or an IP camera. It uses a very high compression ratio that makes its video files much smaller than many rivals, and it has a range of advanced features, including chroma key, scheduled recording, and narration recording.

Pros:

Great for games
High compression makes smaller files
Very flexible

Cons:

A bit much for basic recording

Photo Booth Pro

Best for simple filters

OS:
Windows 10 Anniversary Update
Formats:
JPG
Price:
Free

Features:

Live filtering
Social media sharing
Static images and photo strips

Photo Booth Pro is very like MyCam in that it’s really a webcam application for messing around in real-time rather than a dedicated screen recorder. Video recording is a very recent addition to the app, which was previously focused on producing static images and photo strips, and it’s as straightforward as the photo effects: find a filter you like, record it and then save it or share it to your socials. It’s fun to mess around with, but limited in what it can do.

Pros:

Fun filters
Really easy to use
Easy sharing

Apowersoft Free Online Screen Recorder

Best for editing while you’re online recording

TechRadar rating:
OS:
Windows, Mac OS X
Formats:
MP4, WMV, AVI, FLV, MPEG, VOB, ASF, and GIF
Price:
Free

Features:

Real time video editing
YouTube and Vimeo uploading
Google Drive support

As you’d expect from a web grabber, Apowersoft Free Online Screen Recorder enables you to record all kinds of on-screen activities: demos, online calls, streaming videos, and more (but not games). But it also has an extra useful feature, which is the ability to edit your recordings in real time.

Unusually for a browser-based editor, Apowersoft has extensive file exporting options comparable to a desktop app. You can upload your recording to Google Drive, Dropbox, YouTube, or Vimeo, which covers the essentials for most people.

This is a superb option, not least because it doesn’t have time limits or watermarks, although to run it you will need to install a browser plugin.

Pros:

Can record almost anything
Lots of output formats
No watermarks

Cons:

Launcher installation required
Can’t record games

Camwiz Webcam Recorder

Best for Mac users on a really tight budget

OS:
Mac OS X 10.9 or later
Formats:
MOV
Price:
Free

Features:

External camera support
Audio-only record option
Night vision mode

Camwiz Webcam Recorder has been around for a long time, but it hasn’t been updated in six years – something that’s apparent if you open it on a Mac with a Retina display, which makes the user interface so small you can’t read any of the text labels on the controls. It works well enough and exports as MOV files at up to 1080p HD resolution. We have also found no problems with either built-in webcam or an external USB one, but there are many more modern options in the Mac App Store.

Cons:

Very dated
Interface is microscopic on Retina displays
Basic

IP Camera Viewer

Best for keeping an eye on multiple cameras

OS:
Windows 7 or later
Formats:
n/a
Supported devices:
More than 2,000 cameras
Price:
Free

Features:

Per-camera image adjustments
Can control tilt, pan and zoom of compatible cameras
IP camera support

If you use webcams for security, IP Camera Viewer enables you to monitor four of them simultaneously and supports over 2,000 different camera models from all the leading names, including stand-alone IP cameras and USB webcams. You can make per-camera adjustments to improve the picture, and if your camera supports it, you can also control pan, tilt, and zoom. However, the app doesn’t support recording: for that you’ll need the WebCam Monitor from the same provider, which costs £50.

Pros:

Watch 4 cameras at once
Useful image enhancement
Wide range of supported cameras

Cons:

A viewer, not a recorder

The perfect way to record anything from your screen

Frequently asked questions

That depends on what you want it to do. Some apps are great for quick and easy filtering, others can monitor security cameras^[2], and some are fully featured video apps. That’s why we’ve included a range of options in this guide.

We really rate Movavi Screen Recorder, but there are other options too, such as Windows 10 Camera, Bandicam, and ManyCam.

Everybody has their own favorite, but many YouTubers use Movavi Screen Recorder. It integrates tightly with the rest of the Movavi apps, allowing pro-level editing and FX without having to learn a bunch of different apps from different developers.

Movavi Screen Recorder

The perfect way to record anything from your screen

An easy way to record from your screen in HD. Make video footage of any application, record online streaming video, webinars, even Skype calls, and save clips in all popular formats.

4.2 21,320 reviews

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