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Head-to-head

Screen Recorder，Video Recorder vs Screen Recorder

Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 4.7★ · Free to download 65
Winner Screen Recorder，Video Recorder
Screen Recorder 4.5★ · Free + IAP 20

Screen Recorder, Video Recorder (App A) is a better choice for users who need a functional screen recorder with some editing capabilities, despite its aggressive monetization and occasional reliability issues, while Screen Recorder (App B) is plagued by severe functionality problems and a confusing payment model.

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Screen Recorder, Video Recorder (App A) offers a more complete feature set including editing and 4K recording, but users frequently complain about excessive ads, high subscription costs, and issues with video saving and app stability. Screen Recorder (App B) is largely non-functional for many users, with widespread reports of inability to record or save videos, coupled with a confusing and expensive payment structure.

Head to head

Features edge: Screen Recorder，Video RecorderR1R4R6R11
Screen Recorder，Video Recorder Users appreciate App A's ability to record and its editing features, including options for YouTube uploads and 4K face cam recording . However, many features like internal audio recording, voiceovers, and watermark removal are locked behind a paywall R1R4R6. Some users also report issues with face cam availability R11.
Screen Recorder App B users mention the ability to record anything on screen , but a significant number complain about the lack of audio recording R63 and the inability to record for more than a short duration or a single video without paying .
Ease of Use edge: Screen Recorder，Video RecorderR1R5R9R24
Screen Recorder，Video Recorder App A is described as simple and user-friendly by some , and helpful for those whose devices lack native recording R5. However, others find it difficult to cancel subscriptions R1 or navigate the app . There are also complaints about slow download times R9 and the app kicking users out R24.
Screen Recorder App B is considered easy to understand for logging on R24, but many users struggle with its core functionality, reporting that the 'tap to record' button doesn't work or that they don't know how to use it .
Reliability edge: Screen Recorder，Video RecorderR11R12R15R17
Screen Recorder，Video Recorder App A receives mixed reviews on reliability. Some users praise its smooth recording and top-tier quality R12R17, but many report critical issues such as recordings stopping unexpectedly R11R12, videos not saving to the camera roll R15, or videos being deleted . The app also crashes or kicks users out R24.
Screen Recorder App B suffers from severe reliability issues, with numerous users stating it simply 'does not work' . Common complaints include the inability to start recording , videos freezing , or the app stopping after a single recording .
Price/Value tieR1R4R6R13
Screen Recorder，Video Recorder App A is free to download but heavily criticized for its aggressive monetization. Users are frustrated by frequent ads R4 and many essential features, including watermark removal, voiceovers, and internal audio recording, being locked behind expensive subscriptions, with reports of $60 or £6.99 per week charges R1R4R6R13.
Screen Recorder App B is also free to download but quickly requires payment for basic functionality. Users complain about being charged immediately upon opening the app , needing to pay for more recording time , to save videos , or even to record more than once . There are also reports of unexpected yearly charges of $50 R87.
Support tieR1R13R70R87
Screen Recorder，Video Recorder Users of App A express difficulty in canceling subscriptions, with one user stating it's hard to find account settings R1. Another user mentioned Apple's refund department offered no mercy for accidental purchases R13.
Screen Recorder App B users report issues with subscription cancellations, with one user stating they didn't receive a notification before being charged and Apple was unhelpful R70. Another user claimed they cancelled a free trial but were still charged $50 R87.
Pick Screen Recorder，Video Recorder if

You need a screen recorder with editing capabilities and 4K options, and are willing to tolerate ads and potentially high subscription costs for advanced features .

Pick Screen Recorder if

There are no clear reasons to pick App B over App A, as its core functionality is widely reported as broken and its payment model is confusing and expensive .

Evidence note: Reviews for App B are overwhelmingly negative, focusing on the app's inability to perform its primary function, making it difficult to find positive aspects for comparison. The free-vs-paid asymmetry is significant for both apps, as many negative reviews stem from users encountering paywalls for basic or expected features.

Frequently asked

How much do these screen recorder apps cost?
Screen Recorder, Video Recorder (App A) is free to download but charges for premium features, with users reporting costs as high as $60 or £6.99 per week for subscriptions R1R13R18R43. Screen Recorder (App B) is also free to download but requires payment for continued use, with reports of $50 yearly charges and immediate payment requests upon opening R87.
Do these apps record internal audio?
Screen Recorder, Video Recorder (App A) users report that internal audio does not save in recordings, even with a subscription R1R7. Screen Recorder (App B) users also complain about the app not recording audio from the screen R63.
Can I remove watermarks for free?
No, for Screen Recorder, Video Recorder (App A), users state you need to pay to remove the watermark R4. For Screen Recorder (App B), reviews indicate a watermark is present and requires payment to remove R106.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 1/5 · US Garage incarnate, just use the native recorder, which still is bad: I got this for one reason and it was to record internal audio while being able to use my mic, after testing on a mic tester on safari to simulate what it works be like using an app that wants microphone access; no the internal audio does not save in the screen recording, waste of money and you guys make hard to cancel the subscrip
  2. [R4] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 2/5 · US Always use it but..: I always use this app when I’m gonna record and it’s so bad to many ads , and your saying I need to PAY JUST TO BE ABLE TO TAKE THE DANG WATERMARK I HATE THE FACT OF THAT please just remove the watermark at this point or maybe make it free to put out the water mark because I’m sick and tired of not getting a god recording.
  3. [R6] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 3/5 · US Love this app: This app is awesome but there is a down side though. You can’t do a voice over without vip otherwise I love this app and you can download your. Video to YouTube and do the voice over there.
  4. [R11] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 4/5 · US V recorder review: This app is amazing you get record but there’s two things I don’t like about this app that makes me pick a forward. It makes you stop doing videos at some point, and you cannot do face cam but other than that this app is amazing. Really amazing.
  5. [R5] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 5/5 · US 10/10: Muy bueno si tu teléfono no puede grabar
  6. [R9] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 3/5 · US Bad download time: So, the first time I tried to download it, it said it would take 3 hours to download! I thought it was glitching so I redownloaded it and it said it will take 27 hours! It’s ridiculous! I redownloaded it again and finally it was a normal wait time. But a day and 3 hours? For a SCREEN RECORDING APP!?! Are we serious!?!
  7. [R24] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 3/5 · GB It's ok I guess: It never let's you pause the video but it's easy to understand to log on but everytime I'm filming it would kick me off and I would have to say sorry it's not working so I tried to find a better one but then it was hard to log on and I didint get how to recorded so it's not the best but you can try it out I'm not stopping you
  8. [R12] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 3/5 · US Recoarding stop issue: Snoothness is amazing and quality is top tier one problem is that I use it for a long time like 30minutes everyday for 9-10times I can’t stop the recoarding now I have to deleat the app and I won’t get the recording again
  9. [R15] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 3/5 · US 👍👍👍: It will not let me save my vids.
  10. [R17] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 5/5 · US My opinion: I decided to get this app because it actually works really good and my videos turned out pretty good
  11. [R13] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 1/5 · US $60 dollar app U ARE FOREWARNED: I had no idea I was paying 60 dollars. Or a non- refundable app- but here we are. Be very aware of how much a trial subscriptions to an app will jump to in USD. Be careful cause I sure learned the hard way the Apple refund department will give you know mercy for accidentally purchasing this app.
  12. [R70] Screen Recorder 1/5 · US Bs: App stated it will notify you a day before you will be charged for subscription fee… didn’t get one notification and Apple is no help whatsoever… only a measly 4.99 but it’s the principle… have to go directly to credit card company to resolve this issue
  13. [R87] Screen Recorder 1/5 · US Scam: I tried using this app and before I purchased anything I tried the “ free trial “ since I don’t usually use or purchase apps before I test them so I gave it a shot and I didn’t really like it , it was too confusing , so I cancelled the free trial and deleted it , I got distracted with family and life that I didn’t noticed that it tried charging me 50$ for the app and subscriptions that I di
  14. [R18] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 3/5 · US Deducted my account on the last of my trial date: Deducted my account on the last I had to use it $65
  15. [R43] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 1/5 · US Money scam: It took money off my card and I didn’t even know and the graphics are horrible it takes up tons of space and makes my device lag like terrible! Do not get this app unless you wanna pay 12 dollars for a 3 minute video !! I’m sure it gave me a warning but I didn’t see one sooooooo
  16. [R7] Screen Recorder，Video Recorder 1/5 · US One thing I hate: The thing I hate is that you can’t hear the app or game when you’re recording
  17. [R63] Screen Recorder 3/5 · US no audio: It doesn’t record audio on you screen while recording something…
  18. [R106] Screen Recorder 1/5 · US No lo descarguen: Viene con marca de agua que no se la podés sacar y tenes que pagar SI O SI para que la calidad del video sea buena

Synthesized from 110 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store