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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
OBS Studio
Star Rating
(123)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OBS StudioOpenReel
Star Rating
(53)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OpenReelSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Open Broadcaster Software excels in screen capture with a rating of 9.2, which is on par with OpenReel, but reviewers mention that Open Broadcaster's video capture feature is slightly superior at 9.3 compared to OpenReel's 9.0.
- Reviewers mention that OpenReel shines in quality of support, boasting a high score of 9.8, while users on G2 note that Open Broadcaster Software's support is less favorable at 7.9, indicating a significant difference in user experience when seeking assistance.
- G2 users highlight that OpenReel offers better collaboration features, which is crucial for team projects, while Open Broadcaster Software lacks in this area, making OpenReel a more suitable choice for teams needing to work together effectively.
- Users say that OpenReel's transcription feature, rated at 6.7, is less effective compared to Open Broadcaster's audio mixing capabilities, which received a score of 8.3, suggesting that users may prefer Open Broadcaster for projects requiring detailed audio editing.
- Reviewers mention that OpenReel provides superior customization options, particularly in branding and customizable thumbnails, which are essential for users looking to maintain a consistent brand identity across their videos.
- Users report that Open Broadcaster Software has a more favorable entry-level price point, making it an attractive option for small businesses, while OpenReel's pricing may be a consideration for budget-conscious users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
OBS Studio
No pricing availableOpenReel
No pricing availableFree Trial
OBS Studio
No trial information availableOpenReel
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.0
96
8.6
39
Ease of Use
8.1
96
8.2
39
Ease of Setup
8.7
22
8.7
21
Ease of Admin
8.4
17
8.7
21
Quality of Support
7.9
63
9.8
39
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
12
9.6
21
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
86
8.5
31
Features by Category
Platform Basics
9.2
43
9.2
8
9.3
45
9.0
21
7.6
25
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.9
35
9.2
8
8.2
24
Not enough data
9.2
43
9.7
11
Platform Additional Functionality
7.4
24
8.8
14
7.1
23
9.0
8
Agentic AI - Screen and Video Capture
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Hosting
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Management
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Marketing
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Insights
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Generative AI
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Platform
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Security
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Agentic AI - Video Hosting
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Customization
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Organization
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Agentic AI - Video CMS
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Editing
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Generative AI
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Agentic AI - Video Editing
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Core Recording & Tracking
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Live Collaboration & Direction
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Post & Editing Support
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AI & Automation
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
OBS Studio and OpenReel are categorized as Screen and Video Capture
Unique Categories
OBS Studio has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
OBS Studio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
OpenReel
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Entertainment
9.9%
Computer Software
8.3%
Broadcast Media
6.6%
Religious Institutions
5.8%
Computer Games
5.8%
Other
63.6%
Marketing and Advertising
24.5%
Media Production
18.9%
Information Technology and Services
11.3%
Entertainment
7.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Other
32.1%
Discussions
Is Open Broadcaster software good?
2 Comments
KE
OBS is great for streaming and recording video. Most streamers and youtubers and even companies use it for live events and to record videos
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OBS as a Professional TV Station (?); wait for Ver. 100
1 Comment
KF
that would be frustrating. I found assigning hot keys to seldom used keys to be the best option such as the f row. Also Elgato makes an inexpensive stream...Read more
Di live
1 Comment
RG
We mainly do free radio broadcasting for medical professionals and patients, especially those who live in poverty and a state of elite-derived deprivation....Read more
OpenReel has no discussions with answers
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