Comparison

Record it! vs Screen Recorder

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Record it!

Record your iPhone or iPad screen with optional face cam reactions and audio commentary. Edit your videos with trimming, filters, and speed adjustments. Organize and share your recordings directly to YouTube or save them to your device.

Highlights
  • Screen recording
  • Face cam reactions
  • Audio commentary
  • Video trimming
  • Video filters
  • Adjustable playback speed
  • Direct YouTube sharing
Features
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Record It! is a screen recorder for iPhone and iPad. Capture anything on your screen in one tap: games, app demos, tutorials, training videos, then trim it, add a face-cam reaction, and share it without leaving the app. RECORD • One tap to start recording your entire screen • Capture games, apps, tutorials, and walkthroughs • Configure bitrate, audio channels, video encoder, and quality. • A Live Activity keeps recording status visible in the Dynamic Island FACE CAM REACTIONS • Overlay your camera live while you record, on supported iPad models • Or add a face-cam reaction to any recording afterward • React to videos from your camera roll • Set the reaction's shape, position, and size AUDIO COMMENTARY • Record audio-only commentary over your video VIDEO EDITOR • Trim, rotate, and adjust playback speed • Apply video filters • Change the canvas and background color ORGANIZER • Every recording in one place, with quick access to what you need SHARE • Save straight to your camera roll • AirDrop to a Mac or another device • Export to Files, email, or any app that accepts video — including desktop editors for more specialized work Face-cam reactions are the fastest way to put yourself in the frame: let people watch you play, or walk someone through a task in your own voice. Sharing is limited to 10-minute videos. Upgrade to Record It! Pro to share longer recordings (In-App Purchase).

About

Screen Recorder

Easily record your iPhone or iPad screen with this app. Capture gameplay, tutorials, or memorable moments, then edit them with trimming, text, music, and voiceovers. Share your creations directly to social media platforms.

Highlights
  • One-tap screen recording
  • Advanced video editing suite
  • Trim footage
  • Add text overlays
  • Incorporate music
  • Record voice commentary
  • Reaction cam
Features
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Unlock Your Creativity and Share Your World with Screen Recorder for iOS! Ready to transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful recording studio? Look no further than Screen Recorder – the ultimate tool for capturing, editing, and sharing your screen experiences with ease. Whether you're a gamer, educator, content creator, or simply want to capture life's memorable moments, our app empowers you to unleash your creativity and share your story like never before. Why Screen Recorder Stands Out: Effortless Recording: With Screen Recorder, recording your screen has never been simpler. Whether you're showcasing your latest gaming triumphs, capturing app demos, or sharing educational tutorials, our one-tap recording feature ensures you can capture the moment effortlessly. Advanced Video Editing: Take your recordings to the next level with our comprehensive video editing suite. Trim footage, add text overlays, apply filters, incorporate music, and even record voice commentary to personalize your content and make it truly your own. Reaction Cam: Add a personal touch to your recordings with our reaction cam feature. Share your genuine reactions, insights, and commentary in real-time, enhancing engagement and connecting with your audience on a deeper level. Seamless Sharing: Share your creations with the world at the touch of a button. Whether you're uploading to YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitch, or Discord, Screen Recorder makes it effortless to share your content and connect with your audience wherever they may be. Versatile Applications: From gaming highlights and app demos to educational tutorials and memorable life moments, Screen Recorder is your all-in-one solution for capturing and sharing a wide range of content. Whether you're a seasoned content creator or just starting out, our app empowers you to share your story in a way that resonates with your audience. Download Screen Recorder Today: Don't let life's memorable moments pass you by – capture and share them with the world using Screen Recorder. Whether you're sharing your gaming triumphs, teaching valuable lessons, or documenting cherished memories, our app puts the power of storytelling in your hands. Download Screen Recorder now and start sharing your world with the world! Read our privacy policy at https://www.ezyabsorb.co/screen-recorder/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://www.ezyabsorb.co/screen-recorder/terms-and-conditions

Screenshots

Record it!4 screens
Screen Recorder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Screen Recorder at none against Record it!'s shown. Screen Recorder also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Record it!'s advantage is review sentiment (62% vs 33%) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Record it! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Screen Recorder sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Record it! holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Record it! has 455K ratings behind it against 11K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Record it!'s written reviews are positive against 33% of Screen Recorder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Record it! ships an update every 8 days, Screen Recorder monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Record it! versus Screen Recorder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRecord it!Screen Recorder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (455K ratings) — better4.3 (11K ratings)
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews — better33.5% of reviews
Number of ratings455K — better11K
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB177 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperDIGISET LLCWhistle Studios LLC

Customer experience

Record it!

All ratings454,516 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews3,341 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral9.7%
Negative27.9%

Screen Recorder

All ratings10,702 ratings
Positive82.5%
Neutral4.9%
Negative12.6%
Written reviews633 reviews
Positive33.5%
Neutral11.7%
Negative54.8%

User reviews

Record it!

From 455K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Good quality recordings
  • 🚀 Useful editing features
  • 👍 No watermark
  • 👍 Reasonable pricing for Pro

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Audio sync issues
  • 🐛 Recordings sometimes stop unexpectedly
  • 🐛 Saving/exporting issues
  • 🔒 Concerns about privacy/data usage
  • 💰 Free version very limited

Screen Recorder

From 11K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Unleash your inner Gamer!
  • 👍 Excellent quality and works for mobile
  • 👍 Beautiful app
  • 👍 Amazing quality and works for mobile
  • 👍 So far so good...

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Video doesn't save
  • 🐛 Recordings don't save
  • 🐛 Squishes screen
  • 🐛 Audio delay
  • 🐛 Glitchy, doesn't work

Bugs and requests

Record it!

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recordings not saving properly
  • App freezing/crashing during use
  • Audio not recording correctly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add pause/resume recording feature
  • Improve video editing capabilities
  • Allow cropping/trimming of videos
  • Add option to record face cam simultaneously

Screen Recorder

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Video doesn't save to camera roll
  • Recordings don't save
  • Squishes screen on iPhone 14 max
  • Audio delay
  • Glitchy, doesn't work sometimes
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  • Subscription popup blocks usage

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to edit/trim videos
  • Add support for landscape mode
  • Improve audio sync
  • Fix issue with recordings not saving

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Record it!

One-time1
  • Record it! Pro$8.99
13 purchases

Screen Recorder

Subscriptions12
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Exclusive Deals$3.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$3.997 Days
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  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Screen Recorder Pro$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Screen Recorder Pro3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Exclusive Deals$19.991 Year
  • Special 25% Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-time Purchase: Remove ads$1.99

Questions

Is Record it! free?
Record it! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Recorder free?
Screen Recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Record it! or Screen Recorder?
Record it! is rated higher. Record it! averages 4.6 out of 5 from 455K ratings, while Screen Recorder averages 4.3 from 11K ratings.
Do Record it! or Screen Recorder have ads?
Record it! shows ads; Screen Recorder does not.
Which is updated more often, Record it! or Screen Recorder?
Record it! ships an update every 8 days, and Screen Recorder monthly. Most recently, Record it! was updated on September 24, 2026 and Screen Recorder on September 24, 2026.

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