mmhmm vs. OBS: Which one is right for you?
OBS made broadcast video production possible for amateurs. mmhmm streamlines video production by making multiple-source videos easy to create, quick to customize, and professional-looking.
Design your video screen in minutes
1. Create your first scene by adding an image, video, or even a second camera to a slide.
2. Style and resize your webcam video with different frames and effects.
3. Join a video meeting live. Or, record your video. Share a link to watch or download an mp4.
Compare features:
mmhmm vs. OBS
Feature | mmhmm | OBS |
|---|---|---|
Screen recorder | ||
Presenter overlay | ||
Scenes | ||
Works with Mac and Windows | ||
Works as virtual camera with Zoom, Meet, Teams, Webex, and more | ||
Hundreds of unique backgrounds | ||
Easy presentation import (PowerPoint, Keynote, PDF) | ||
Webcam frame options, including virtual green screen | ||
Includes web app that works in most browsers | ||
Video editing | ||
Multiple guests on screen | ||
Records to the cloud | ||
Simplified interface | ||
One-click special effects | ||
Searchable GIPHY library | ||
Automatic subtitles/closed captions | ||
Customer support team | ||
Modular dock user interface | ||
Configuration for broadcast, recording settings | ||
Audio mixing controls | ||
Transitions | ||
Open source | ||
Works with Linux |
For more, see Features.
Why people choose mmhmm over OBS
Making studio-quality video shouldn’t require a video team or help center cram sessions. mmhmm lets you create with drag-and-drop ease—no learning curve, no fancy equipment needed.
Keynote-quality video in less time with intuitive controls
Group streaming for up to 10 people with smooth sync
Integrated editing tools let you trim clips as you record
Simplified recording and editing to streamline your workflow
Professional admin tools and built-in security for teams
Active customer support, always available to answer any question
See more in Why mmhmm.
“I started researching OBS and I learned it, and it's a steep learning curve. I found that mmhmm was just so much easier to train people up on.”
Kris Buxton-Dean
Creative Development Lead
