Screenix

The SimpleScreenRecorder Alternative
for Linux

SimpleScreenRecorder is great for basic recordings, but lacks zoom effects, cursor overlay, and webcam support, Screenix gives you professional results with automatic zooms, no post-processing needed

Ubuntu · Fedora · Arch · Debian · Manjaro · X11 & Wayland

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Everything You Need

Professional screen recording, simplified for Linux

Zoom Effects

Follow cursor, static region, or center lock with smooth transitions.

Draggable Webcam

Snap your camera anywhere on the canvas, resize, and style it live.

Cursor Styling

Custom themes, adjustable size, hide on idle, and smooth sway.

Floating Preview

Picture-in-picture with scale, corner radius, shadow, and background.

Speed Control

Change playback speed for the whole video or specific segments.

Cut & Trim

Slice segments on the timeline and tighten your recording instantly.

Voice Transcription

Local AI transcription with Whisper. Free, private, multi-language.

Export

Up to 4K, 60fps. MP4, WebM, or GIF with quality control.

Screenix vs SimpleScreenRecorder

See why Linux creators choose Screenix for polished recordings.

Feature
Screenix
SimpleScreenRecorder
Linux SupportBoth work on Linux
Automatic Smooth ZoomsSimpleScreenRecorder has no zoom effects
Cursor TrackingSimpleScreenRecorder does not track or highlight cursor
Camera OverlaySimpleScreenRecorder has no webcam support
One-Click RecordingSimpleScreenRecorder requires configuration before recording
Wayland SupportSimpleScreenRecorder is X11-only; Wayland requires workarounds
60fps RecordingBoth support high frame rates
Post-Processing EffectsSimpleScreenRecorder records raw video only
Open SourceSimpleScreenRecorder is free and open source
Offline SupportScreenix runs fully offline after activation
PriceSimpleScreenRecorder is free and open source
$89 lifetime or $9.99/mo
Free
Learning CurveScreenix works out of the box
5 minutes
Moderate
Setup TimeSimpleScreenRecorder requires initial configuration
Instant
10-20 minutes

Why Linux Users Choose Screenix Over SimpleScreenRecorder

Three reasons developers and creators choose Screenix

Automatic Zoom Effects

SimpleScreenRecorder records your screen as-is, no zooms, no highlights, no cursor effects, Screenix automatically tracks your cursor and creates smooth, professional zoom effects during recording so your audience always sees what matters

Webcam Overlay Built In

SimpleScreenRecorder has no webcam support, Screenix includes a camera overlay out of the box, perfect for tutorials, demos, and presentations where you want to show your face alongside the screen content

Works on Wayland, No Workarounds

SimpleScreenRecorder is limited to X11, with only partial Wayland support via workarounds, Screenix is built for modern Linux desktops and works seamlessly on both X11 and Wayland without any extra configuration

Built for Linux

Screenix runs natively on Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, Arch, Manjaro, Linux Mint, and CachyOS, no Wine, no workarounds, just native performance.

  • Ubuntu 22.04+
  • Fedora
  • Debian
  • Arch Linux KDE
  • Manjaro Linux
  • Linux Mint
  • CachyOS
  • X11 & Wayland support
  • Native .deb, .rpm, and AUR packages

Native Linux App

8GB RAM recommended
Works fully offline

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Screenix and SimpleScreenRecorder

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