Comparison

Black Screen Camera Recorder vs Discreet

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

Head to head
About

Black Screen Camera Recorder

Record videos using either the front or rear camera with customizable background options. Choose between wide or ultra-wide rear cameras and set your own background or use a black one. This app is designed to record video discreetly.

Highlights
  • Front and rear camera recording
  • Wide and ultra-wide rear camera support
  • Customizable background options
  • Black screen background option
  • Full-screen preview recording
Features
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If you tap the top of the screen, the front camera will be used if you select the bottom of the screen you'll start recording by the rear camera. You can use Wide or Ultra Wide camera for rear camera recording, just open settings and change the currently used camera. Set your own background, use a predefined black one, or record with a full-screen preview. lp PLEASE NOTE: It's against iOS Developer Program Licence Agreement to not have indicators on the screen when taking a video.

About

Discreet

Capture photos and videos discreetly using a black screen or custom screen mode. Features include autofocus, image stabilization, 4K video, and Apple Watch control. Instantly launch the camera with a Lock Screen widget for quick access. Keep your media private with a secure, built-in gallery.

Highlights
  • Black screen camera mode
  • Customizable screen modes
  • Autofocus and image stabilization
  • 4K video recording
  • Apple Watch control
  • Lock Screen widget for instant launch
  • Private in-app gallery
Features
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The original top-rated Discreet Camera app for capturing photos and record videos discreetly without drawing attention. Thanks to the Black Screen Technology and the Custom Screen mode, you can shoot without lighting up your surroundings or interrupting the moment. Packed with powerful features—autofocus, image stabilization, burst mode, 4K video, Apple Watch control, and fully customizable commands—Discreet helps you capture sharp, well-composed shots even in challenging lighting. Never miss a moment: launch the camera instantly with the Lock Screen widget for quick access when timing matters. Whether you’re capturing a special memory without drawing attention or you simply prefer a more private, low-profile camera experience, Discreet is built for you. Perfect for concerts, live events, capturing evidences, street photography, and any situation where you don’t want a bright screen to disturb others, Discreet lets you capture photos and videos more subtly. Keep your photos and recordings private with a built-in gallery to store photos and videos safely. Your files are not uploaded to the cloud or to any server. Discover a better, more discreet way to capture the moments that matter with this secret camera recorder. Disclaimer: This app is not intended to violate the privacy of others. This is not a spy hidden camera . Please be aware of the laws in your area concerning using discreet image capturing devices and applications in your area. The developer of this application will not be held liable for the actions of any users. Always follow any applicable laws, rules, etc., regarding the use of imaging devices.

Screenshots

Black Screen Camera Recorder1 screens
Discreet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Discreet at Free against Black Screen Camera Recorder's $4.99. Discreet also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 3). Black Screen Camera Recorder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#196 vs unranked). On review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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

Discreet is free to download; Black Screen Camera Recorder costs $4.99 up front. Discreet sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Black Screen Camera Recorder asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Discreet holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Discreet has 2.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Black Screen Camera Recorder's written reviews are positive against 56% of Discreet's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Black Screen Camera Recorder ships an update monthly, Discreet every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Black Screen Camera Recorder versus Discreet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlack Screen Camera RecorderDiscreet
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)4.4 (2.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews55.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings32.1K — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#196 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPawel ChmielMarco D'Amelio

Customer experience

Black Screen Camera Recorder

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Discreet

All ratings2,072 ratings
Positive83.4%
Neutral7.4%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews470 reviews
Positive55.5%
Neutral13.6%
Negative30.9%

Bugs and requests

Black Screen Camera Recorder

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Discreet

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Video recording stops unexpectedly
  • Camera preview window cannot be disabled
  • Microphone permission required even for photos
  • Inconsistent video frame rates

Requested features

6 requests
  • Option to use custom wallpaper
  • Volume button controls
  • Zoom/wide-angle camera support
  • Higher video resolutions
  • Background recording
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  • Ability to recover deleted content

In-app purchases

None

Black Screen Camera Recorder

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Discreet

One-time1
  • Unlock all features$9.99

Questions

Is Black Screen Camera Recorder free?
Black Screen Camera Recorder costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Discreet free?
Discreet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Black Screen Camera Recorder or Discreet?
Discreet is rated higher. Black Screen Camera Recorder averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Discreet averages 4.4 from 2.1K ratings.
Do Black Screen Camera Recorder or Discreet have ads?
Neither Black Screen Camera Recorder nor Discreet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Black Screen Camera Recorder or Discreet?
Black Screen Camera Recorder ships an update monthly, and Discreet every 5 weeks. Most recently, Black Screen Camera Recorder was updated on October 25, 2026 and Discreet on October 27, 2026.

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