GoPro may be the first name that comes to mind when it comes to action cameras, but it's certainly not your only option. Many companies, big and small, have entered the industry in recent years, and quite a few of them offer extremely compelling products at much lower price points, so you can get yourself a decent action camera these days without burning a hole in your pocket. So, if you're in the market for an action camera, let's check out the 14 best GoPro alternatives you can buy in 2020.

Since GoPro has a variety of devices in its portfolio, including action cameras like the Hero 8, 360-degree cameras, as well as smaller, inexpensive devices like the Session, we're including a number of options that also cover the whole gamut. So, no matter what GoPro camera you have in mind, you'll most likely find an alternative for it on our list.

Here we have categorized the list into three sections based on the price level. Depending on your budget, you can click on the link below and easily move to the desired section.

If you are thinking of buying an action camera like GoPro, you should check if it comes with OIS. If not OIS then at least it should come with EIS with a robust algorithm to shake off any vibrations from videos. Next, a premium action camera should have 4K/60FPS recording capability, and budget action cameras should support 1080/60FPS recording. Also, if the action camera offers you a touch screen, it will be great for adjusting video parameters on the go.