G2 Vendor Directory

Screencastify vs. OBS Studio

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricScreencastify

by Castify

OBS Studio

by Open Broadcaster Software

Overall rating4.64.6
Review count83139
Ease of use9.38.4
Ease of setup9.08.9
Quality of support9.28.2
Meets requirements9.29.1
NPS76.82926878.985507
Small Business42.0%70.1%
Mid-Market39.5%22.6%
Enterprise18.5%7.3%
Total page views580410
Total LLM citations2,6935,164

Screencastify

Castify is the complete video platform for creating, editing, and sharing ideas that stick. Record your screen and camera, edit with AI, and share instantly with a link. Castify replaces time-consuming meetings and lengthy emails with clear, engaging video that people can watch on their own time. Whether you're training new hires, walking through a product demo, or explaining a complex concept, Castify helps you communicate with clarity and impact. You get your time back (fewer meetings), with the personal touch and nuance that only video can deliver.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Easy Editing
  • Easy Creation
  • Easy Recording
  • Simple
  • Training

OBS Studio

OBS Studio is a free and open-source software application designed for video recording and live streaming. It enables users to capture real-time video and audio from multiple sources, including computer displays, video games, webcams, and media files. OBS Studio is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, making it accessible to a wide range of users.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Screen Recording
  • Free Features
  • Video Creation
  • Affordable
  • Easy Interface