OBS Studio vs Loom
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Screen Recording Software (2026). Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Loom ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #11) for Teams creating tutorials, demos, and async video updates. The fastest tool for recording and sharing async video, with best-in-class collaboration features.
At a glance
| OBS Studio | Loom | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #11 / The 11 Best Screen Recording Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Screen Recording Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.1 | 9.2 |
| Best for | Powerful, flexible, and free (for experts) | Fastest async video messaging |
| Pricing | Free | $$ ($12 to $20/mo) |
| HQ | Open Source | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2015 |
OBS Studio
Unmatched recording power and flexibility for free, but with a very steep learning curve.
obsproject.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Screen Recording Software (2026)
Loom
The fastest tool for recording and sharing async video, with best-in-class collaboration features.
www.loom.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Screen Recording Software (2026)
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