Screet vs RecVault
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Screet
Capture photos and videos discreetly with a black screen interface. This app offers silent photo capture and controlled video recording, ideal for situations where a bright camera preview would be distracting. It prioritizes user-initiated capture and respects privacy.
- Black screen capture interface
- Silent photo mode
- Discreet video recording controls
- Adjustable zoom up to 5x
- HD and 4K video recording
- Foreground capture only
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Capture with less screen glare and more control. Screet is a black screen camera for intentional photos and user-started video when a bright preview would distract from the moment. Use it at events, on trips, in meetings or lectures with permission, and anywhere a low-distraction camera workflow feels more comfortable. BLACK SCREEN CAMERA Choose a true black capture screen, keep essential controls visible, or dim the display for a cleaner view. Black screen changes the visible appearance and brightness only. Screet stays open in the foreground, and iOS camera and microphone indicators continue to work normally. SILENT PHOTOS Silent Capture is a Screet Pro photo mode. It takes a snapshot from the live camera frame without the usual shutter sound. Silent Capture is for photos only; video is not silent. Video may include microphone audio after you grant permission. DISCREET VIDEO CONTROLS Start recording yourself with a clear action, then stop when you are done. Choose the front or rear camera, adjust zoom up to 5× when supported, and use standard flash photos when available. Select HD or 4K and record at 30 or 60 FPS on compatible devices and formats. 4K and 60 FPS depend on the iPhone model, camera, lighting and selected format. FOREGROUND BY DESIGN Screet does not record in the background, on a locked phone, or automatically. A Home Screen or Lock Screen widget, shortcut, Siri/App Shortcut phrase or deep link opens capture mode; it never starts a photo or video for you. Camera and microphone permissions are requested clearly, and capture begins only after your action. Screet is built for considerate, consent-based camera use. Follow local laws, venue rules and the expectations of people around you. Screet Pro unlocks Silent Capture and additional camera controls. Pricing and availability are shown in the app. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
RecVault
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RecVault captures audio and video with a unique segmented architecture — every 5 seconds, a new segment is saved and uploaded to your iCloud. Even if your phone loses power or the app crashes mid-recording, everything up to the last segment is safe. KEY FEATURES • Segmented Recording Record audio or video in auto-split segments. Each segment is saved independently, so interruptions never cause data loss. • Real-Time iCloud Backup Segments upload automatically to your private iCloud container. Reinstall the app or switch devices — your recordings come back. • Audio & Video Modes Switch between audio-only and video recording. Video supports zoom, focus, exposure, flash, front/rear camera, and grid overlay. • Smart Quality Control Auto mode adjusts recording quality based on available storage. Manual options include resolution (720p–4K), frame rate (24–60fps), and audio bitrate (32–256kbps). • Merge & Export Segments merge into a single file when recording ends. Export via the system share sheet, or download a ZIP of all segments. • Background Audio Recording Keep recording audio when you switch apps or lock the screen (enable in Settings). • Storage Protection Set a minimum storage threshold. The app stops recording automatically when space runs low. • Home Screen Widgets Start audio or video recording instantly from your Home Screen. RecVault Pro (One-Time Purchase) Upgrade to remove the 5-minute limit and unlock: – Unlimited video & audio recording per session – 1080p & 4K resolution – 60fps frame rate – Ultra audio quality (256kbps stereo) Free version: 5 min per session, 720p/30fps, standard audio. Privacy: All recordings stay on your device and your iCloud. No analytics, no tracking, no third-party SDKs. See our Privacy Policy for details.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RecVault at every 2 days against Screet's every 2 weeks. RecVault also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Screet sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.89 per 7 days and RecVault sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Screet ships an update every 2 weeks, RecVault every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Screet | RecVault |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Semih Karakaya | 洪英 裴 |
In-app purchases
Screet
- Weekly Subscription$1.897 Days
- Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
- Lifetime$14.99
RecVault
- RecVault Pro$2.99








