# Screen Recorder ° vs ScreenPal Screen Recorder

The clearest difference is monetization model: ScreenPal Screen Recorder at free with in-app purchases against Screen Recorder °'s subscription. ScreenPal Screen Recorder also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Recorder ° sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and ScreenPal Screen Recorder sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Screen Recorder ° against 4.6 for ScreenPal Screen Recorder. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.6K and 5.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of Screen Recorder °'s written reviews are positive against 60% of ScreenPal Screen Recorder's.

Screen Recorder ° ships an update every 3 months, ScreenPal Screen Recorder every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Recorder ° | ScreenPal Screen Recorder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (5.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-recorder/id1415496382/reviews) | **[4.6 (5.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenpal-screen-recorder/id1439415850/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.6K** | 5.4K |
| Positive reviews | 54.7% of reviews | **60.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 21 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [OCO Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1397899867) | [Big Nerd Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1439415849) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Recorder °

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-recorder/id1415496382)

Record your iPhone or iPad screen with audio and reactions. This app allows you to adjust recording parameters, import and edit external videos, and trim your recordings. Easily share your captured content with friends and followers.

**Highlights:** Record screen with audio, Capture reactions and facecam, Adjust recording parameters (resolution, FPS, orientation), Import and edit external videos, Trim recordings, One-click sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Member | $3.49 | per month |
| Remove_Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Life Time Member | $20.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Good screen recording quality
- 💡 Useful for YouTubers and content creators

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription required for full features
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔇 Audio issues

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not saving properly
- Recording stops unexpectedly
- Orientation issues
- Sync problems between video and audio

**Requested features**

- Add editing tools like trimming, effects, and music
- Allow longer video recordings without subscription
- Improve audio capture and sync
- Add landscape orientation support


### ScreenPal Screen Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenpal-screen-recorder/id1439415850)

Record your screen, camera, and audio with unlimited time and no watermarks. Edit videos with text, filters, effects, and music. Seamlessly work across devices with the desktop editor.

**Highlights:** Screen, camera, and audio recording, Unlimited recording time, Video editing tools, Text, filters, and effects, Facecam and audio narration, Cross-device editing integration

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Plan - Unlock Premium | $5.99 | per year |
| Screen Recorder: Deluxe | $8.00 | per month |
| Screen Recorder: Premier | $14.00 | per month |
| Screen Recorder: Max | $20.00 | per month |
| Screen Recorder: Deluxe Yr | $48.00 | per year |
| Screen Recorder: Premier Yr | $84.00 | per year |
| Screen Recorder: Max | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Excellent screen recording quality
- 💡 Useful editing features
- 🤖 Reliable and stable app
- 🎨 Versatile for various use cases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional recording issues (freezing, audio problems)
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy/access to personal data
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🤔 Lack of advanced features compared to desktop version

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not saving properly
- Recordings getting lost or corrupted
- Inconsistent performance on different devices

**Requested features**

- Add ability to record system audio
- Improve video trimming and editing capabilities
- Implement live streaming support
- Provide more customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Recorder ° free?

Screen Recorder ° is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ScreenPal Screen Recorder free?

ScreenPal Screen Recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Screen Recorder ° or ScreenPal Screen Recorder?

ScreenPal Screen Recorder is rated higher. Screen Recorder ° averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while ScreenPal Screen Recorder averages 4.6 from 5.4K ratings.

### Do Screen Recorder ° or ScreenPal Screen Recorder have ads?

Screen Recorder ° shows ads; ScreenPal Screen Recorder does not.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Recorder ° or ScreenPal Screen Recorder?

Screen Recorder ° ships an update every 3 months, and ScreenPal Screen Recorder every 6 weeks. Most recently, Screen Recorder ° was updated on October 30, 2026 and ScreenPal Screen Recorder on October 29, 2026.

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