Features simultaneous recording of system audio and microphone input, with the ability to embed a customizable webcam overlay.
| Feature | ZD Soft 1121 Portable | OBS Studio | ShareX | Bandicam | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Yes | No (requires install) | Yes | No | | Hardware Enc. | Yes (NVENC) | Yes | Limited | Yes | | Learning Curve | Low | High | Medium | Low | | Price | Discontinued (legacy) | Free | Free | $39 one-time | | File Size | ~8 MB | ~120 MB | ~15 MB | ~30 MB | zd soft screen recorder 1121 portable
Portable versions are hacked binaries. They may be less stable than the official version. You may experience: They may be less stable than the official version
ZD Soft Screen Recorder is commercial software . The official version requires purchasing a license key (ranging from $29 to $59 depending on the tier). The official version required a paid license
The official version required a paid license. Development has slowed in recent years, and many users have migrated to more actively maintained alternatives.