# Record In vs Black Screen Video Camera

The clearest difference is rating: Record In at 4.4 against Black Screen Video Camera's 3.7. Record In also leads on review sentiment (36% vs 20%) and ratings volume (344 vs 34). Black Screen Video Camera's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Record In sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Black Screen Video Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Record In holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Record In has 344 ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Record In's written reviews are positive against 20% of Black Screen Video Camera's.

Record In ships an update every 6 weeks, Black Screen Video Camera every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Record In | Black Screen Video Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (344 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/record-in-v-screen-recorder/id1632172111/reviews)** | [3.7 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-screen-video-camera/id6742052521/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **344** | 34 |
| Positive reviews | **36.4% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 36 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Muhammad Abdullah](https://appshunter.io/developer/1608173046) | [Pawel Chmiel](https://appshunter.io/developer/498209576) |

## What reviewers say

### Record In

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/record-in-v-screen-recorder/id1632172111)

Record your mobile screen in HD with customizable settings. Enhance recordings with facecam, voiceovers, and a suite of editing tools. Convert videos to GIFs or photos, and easily manage and share your content.

**Highlights:** HD Screen Recording, Facecam Overlay, Voiceover & Background Music, Video Editing Tools, Video to GIF Converter, Video to Photo Converter, Customizable Recording Settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screen Record! Premium Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Record! Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Screen Recorder Yearly Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| Screen Recorder Pro (Lifetime) | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good video quality
- 👍 Better than other screen recorders
- 👍 Easy to use (mentioned once)
- 👍 Ads are not a problem for some users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Too many ads
- 😠 No audio recorded
- 😠 Cannot export videos
- 😠 Videos don't save
- 😠 Takes up too much storage

**Reported bugs**

- No audio recorded on videos
- Unable to export videos
- Videos not saving to photos
- Screen does not rotate for landscape recording
- App does not work on Instagram or Snapchat

**Requested features**

- Fix ads
- Enable audio recording
- Allow video export
- Improve saving functionality
- Optimize storage usage


### Black Screen Video Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-screen-video-camera/id6742052521)

Record videos and photos discreetly with a black screen, allowing you to focus on the moment without drawing attention. Ideal for capturing personal memories, surprises, or performances without a bright display. Use responsibly and with consent.

**Highlights:** Discreet recording with black screen, Small camera preview, Simple and intuitive interface, Instant recording start, Suitable for low-light conditions

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| PRO Features | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Record In free?

Record In is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Black Screen Video Camera free?

Black Screen Video Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Record In or Black Screen Video Camera?

Record In is rated higher. Record In averages 4.4 out of 5 from 344 ratings, while Black Screen Video Camera averages 3.7 from 34 ratings.

### Do Record In or Black Screen Video Camera have ads?

Record In shows ads; Black Screen Video Camera does not.

### Which is updated more often, Record In or Black Screen Video Camera?

Record In ships an update every 6 weeks, and Black Screen Video Camera every 3 days. Most recently, Record In was updated on October 20, 2026 and Black Screen Video Camera on October 25, 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.*