BetterCapture2026.4

BetterCapture records the Mac screen without placing a watermark on the resulting video. It can include system audio and microphone input at the same time, with encoding choices that cover ProRes 4444, HEVC, and H.264. Alpha-channel recording preserves transparency for workflows that require composited or layered visuals.

Built with SwiftUI and ScreenCaptureKit, BetterCapture uses native macOS technology for a familiar interface and responsive capture. The macOS Content Picker lets you choose what to record, while content filtering can exclude particular windows from a capture. A menu-bar presence provides quick access, and the design follows Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines.

Recordings remain stored locally on the Mac, with no data collection, analytics, tracking, or cloud uploads. BetterCapture is MIT-licensed freeware and open source, with no subscriptions, trials, premium tiers, or hidden costs; using it requires no account, and GitHub provides a place to contribute features or report bugs.

Version 2026.4 runs on Apple Silicon Macs using macOS 15.2 Sequoia or later. It belongs to the Video & Media Players category and suits presentations, tutorials, demonstrations, meetings, and other screen-based work. Its lightweight design and native behavior make it a focused QuickTime alternative for users who want higher-quality codecs and audio controls.