# Screen Recorder vs Simple Mockup Video

The clearest difference is rating: Simple Mockup Video at 5.0 against Screen Recorder's 4.4. Simple Mockup Video also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). Screen Recorder's advantage is ratings volume (3.1K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Recorder sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per 7 days and Simple Mockup Video sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple Mockup Video holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Recorder has 3.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Screen Recorder ships an update every 3 weeks, Simple Mockup Video every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Recorder | Simple Mockup Video |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-recorder-create-and-edit/id1446426702/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-mockup-video/id6538732540/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 32.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 425 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AppSmartz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1424903780) | [Esquilax Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/386532757) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-recorder-create-and-edit/id1446426702)

Record your iPhone or iPad screen with audio and facecam in high definition. Create tutorials, capture gameplay, or record streaming content without time limits or watermarks. Convert videos to GIF and use the whiteboard feature for creative projects.

**Highlights:** Record screen with audio and facecam, Full HD video recording (up to 4K), Internal/system sound recording, No recording time limits, Whiteboard recording, Convert video to GIF, No watermark

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Weekly_Exclusive | $2.49 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly_exclusive | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Exclusive | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for making videos
- 💡 Useful for streaming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Laggy and unstable
- 🔒 Locked behind paywall
- 🔋 Overheats device
- 🚫 Doesn't work as advertised

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings stop unexpectedly
- Can't save videos to camera roll
- Streaming doesn't work properly

**Requested features**

- Add delete button for recordings
- Improve video/audio sync
- Allow customization of video settings
- Fix issues with streaming to platforms


### Simple Mockup Video

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-mockup-video/id6538732540)

Easily add custom text overlays and realistic phone bezels to your screen recordings. This app uses Core Image Filter for efficient rendering, making your videos look professional.

**Highlights:** Add custom text overlays, Include realistic phone bezels, Core Image Filter for fast rendering, Enhance screen recordings, Professional video output

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Priority Feature Request | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Recorder free?

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

### Is Simple Mockup Video free?

Simple Mockup Video is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Screen Recorder or Simple Mockup Video?

Simple Mockup Video is rated higher. Screen Recorder averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while Simple Mockup Video averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Screen Recorder or Simple Mockup Video have ads?

Screen Recorder shows ads; Simple Mockup Video does not.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Recorder or Simple Mockup Video?

Screen Recorder ships an update every 3 weeks, and Simple Mockup Video every 3 days. Most recently, Screen Recorder was updated on September 22, 2026 and Simple Mockup Video on September 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*