Comparison

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video vs Picroll

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

Head to head
About

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video

Record your screen in high quality, add facecam reactions, and livestream to popular platforms. Edit videos with commentary, text, and filters. Convert recordings to GIFs.

Highlights
  • 4K screen recording
  • Facecam reaction videos
  • Livestream to Twitch, YouTube, Facebook
  • Dual camera recording
  • Inbuilt video editor
  • Video to GIF converter
Features
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The only screen recorder you will ever need – this app lets you record your screen in 4K, create facecam reaction videos, and live stream games on Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook. You can also edit your recorded videos, add audio commentary and texts, capture dual camera video, and convert videos to GIFs on the fly. Key Features: - Hassle-free screen recording up to 4K - Record facecam reactions live while screen recording, no need to add them later - Go live using your camera or screen - Set auto-stop duration to end your screen recording automatically - Record videos with a scrolling script using the built-in Teleprompter - Supports RTMP, Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube, and other live streaming platforms - Set screen recording settings such as video resolution, bit rate, frame rate, and orientation - Record screen videos, gameplay, and tutorials - Facecam reaction on videos with a customizable Facecam overlay - Capture dual camera videos - Add widgets to your Home Screen for quicker access - Add audio commentary to videos - Inbuilt video editor: trim, rotate videos, tweak volume, change speed, apply video filters, add texts and stickers after recording videos - Video to GIF converter: turn videos into GIFs - Share video recordings with other apps such as Instagram, Messenger, Facebook, etc. LIVE FACECAM AND COMMENTARY The Screen Recorder app lets you add facecam reactions over videos and now also while screen recording with ease. Capture gameplay and record facecam reactions at the same time, with no need to add them later. You can still add facecam reactions after recording, insert commentary into your videos, and seamlessly create presentations and tutorials. You can also give commentary on videos from your library LIVE STREAMING Effortlessly live stream your phone screen or camera anytime you wish. With one of the best live streaming apps, you can easily broadcast games or live stream on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and other streaming platforms. ROBUST VIDEO EDITOR Record your screen and start personalizing the video with tons of editing options. The possibilities are limitless, from trimming videos and applying trendy filters to adding text and stickers. DUAL CAMERA RECORDING Record both front and back cameras simultaneously using the Dual Camera feature. Capture your reactions and the world around you with perfect sync. Whether you’re vlogging, creating tutorials, or sharing behind-the-scenes moments, Dual Camera makes it effortless to tell the complete story in one seamless take. Auto-Renewable Subscription Terms: Subscribe to get unrestricted access to all the features outlined above. • Subscription Length: Weekly, Yearly • Subscription with a 3-day free trial will automatically renew to a paid subscription unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial period. • Payment will be charged to the iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Your Apple ID account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the trial period. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. • By signing up for this subscription, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Terms of Use: https://applavia.com/app/screenrecorder/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://applavia.com/app/screenrecorder/privacy.html Disclaimer: This app is free to download, but you will be required to sign-up for an auto-renewing subscription to access the app's full functionality

About

Picroll

Effortlessly combine multiple screenshots into a single, long image. Features include automatic stitching, custom layouts, privacy blurring, and phone frame overlays for professional-looking results.

Highlights
  • Auto-stitcher for seamless merging
  • Tailor-made layouts for perfect results
  • Picture splitter for social media
  • Mosaic tool for privacy blurring
  • Phone frame overlay for realistic look
  • Intelligent screen clearing
  • Screenshot editor with text and drawing tools
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Introducing Picroll - the ultimate app for effortless long screenshot stitching and editing! Are you tired of struggling to piece together multiple screenshots to get the perfect long screenshot? Look no further than Picroll! Our advanced auto-stitcher feature enables you to seamlessly stitch together multiple screenshots with ease. With our tailor-made layouts, picture splitter, mosaic tool, phone frame overlay, and intelligent screen clearing feature, you'll have everything you need to create stunning long screenshots in seconds. Here are some of the key features that make Picroll stand out: - Auto-Stitcher Our advanced auto-stitcher feature automatically detects and stitches together multiple screenshots for a seamless long screenshot experience. You won't need to worry about manually piecing together your screenshots - Picroll does it all for you! - Tailor-Made Layouts We understand that every screenshot is unique, which is why we offer tailor-made layouts to ensure your long screenshots look perfect every time. With multiple layout options to choose from, you'll be able to create long screenshots that meet your exact specifications. - Picture Splitter With our picture splitter, you can easily divide a single image into multiple pictures. This feature is perfect for sharing screenshots on social media or with your friends. - Mosaic Tool Protect your privacy and blur out sensitive information with our mosaic tool. You can easily add a mosaic effect to any part of your screenshot to hide personal information or create an artistic effect. - Phone Frame Overlay Add a touch of style to your screenshots with our phone frame overlay. Our app comes with a range of phone frames to choose from, giving your screenshots a realistic look. - Intelligent Screen Clearing Our intelligent screen clearing feature automatically removes status bars and scrollbars from your screenshots. This ensures your long screenshots look professional and clean. - Screenshot Editor With our editing tools, you can add text, watermarks, and even draw on your screenshots using markers or brushes. Our app makes it easy to edit your screenshots to meet your needs. - Scrollable Screenshots With our scrollable screenshots feature, you can capture entire web pages or social media feeds with ease. Picroll can take long screenshots of scrollable pages such as Instagram and Snapchat, allowing you to capture every detail. Picroll is the ultimate tool for anyone who needs to capture and edit long screenshots. Whether you're a creator, social media influencer, or just someone who loves taking screenshots, our app has everything you need to create stunning long screenshots in seconds. Download Picroll today and elevate your long screenshot game! --- Privacy Policy: http://bit.ly/3zdyfLu Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/40nMol2

Screenshots

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video4 screens
Picroll4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video at Free against Picroll's $4.99. Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 67). Picroll's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, update cadence 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

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video is free to download; Picroll costs $4.99 up front. Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Picroll asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video against 4.8 for Picroll. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video has 10K ratings behind it against 67, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video's written reviews are positive against 90% of Picroll's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video ships an update monthly, Picroll every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video versus Picroll: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen Recorder ‑ Record VideoPicroll
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating4.7 (10K ratings)4.8 (67 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.9% of reviews90.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10K — better67
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size194 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCleaner LLCTinyWork Apps

Customer experience

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video

All ratings10,134 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews648 reviews
Positive55.9%
Neutral8.3%
Negative35.8%

Picroll

All ratings67 ratings
Positive94.0%
Neutral1.5%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive90.5%
Neutral4.8%
Negative4.8%

Bugs and requests

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Recording stops unexpectedly
  • Recordings not saving properly
  • Crashes when trying to view recordings

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add ability to pause recording
  • Improve export options (crop, adjust aspect ratio)
  • Allow recording of FaceTime calls

Picroll

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video

Subscriptions4
  • Screen Recorder Pro3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Screen Recorder PRO3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Screen Recorder PRO3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Screen Recorder PRO$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Membership$9.99
  • Lifetime Access$19.99
None

Picroll

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video free?
Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Picroll free?
Picroll costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video or Picroll?
Picroll is rated higher. Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video averages 4.7 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Picroll averages 4.8 from 67 ratings.
Do Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video or Picroll have ads?
Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video shows ads; Picroll does not.
Which is updated more often, Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video or Picroll?
Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video ships an update monthly, and Picroll every 2 weeks. Most recently, Screen Recorder ‑ Record Video was updated on September 23, 2026 and Picroll on August 14, 2026.

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