# Dark Camera vs Screen Off Recorder

The clearest difference is price: Dark Camera at Free against Screen Off Recorder's $1.99. Screen Off Recorder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and device support (4 vs 1). On update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Dark Camera is free to download; Screen Off Recorder costs $1.99 up front. Dark Camera sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Screen Off Recorder asks for nothing beyond the download.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dark Camera | Screen Off Recorder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | — | **[1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-off-recorder/id6776231069/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Size | 14 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [杭州微煊科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885794922) | [Wujie Yibang (fuzhou) Software Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895443936) |

## What reviewers say

### Dark Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-camera-evidence-recorder/id6760698783)

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| 3 Months | $6.99 | one-time |
| 6 Months | $9.99 | one-time |
| 12 Months | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


### Screen Off Recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-off-recorder/id6776231069)

Record videos with your screen dimmed to save power and prevent accidental touches. Supports dual cameras, Apple Watch remote control, and dynamic timestamps. Ideal for long takes during outdoor activities or stationary recordings.

**Highlights:** Screen dimming overlay, Dual front/back camera recording, Apple Watch remote control, Dynamic video timestamps, Auto Save & Continue feature, Adjustable shooting settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dark Camera free?

Dark Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Screen Off Recorder free?

Screen Off Recorder costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Dark Camera or Screen Off Recorder have ads?

Neither Dark Camera nor Screen Off Recorder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dark Camera or Screen Off Recorder?

Dark Camera ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screen Off Recorder every 2 weeks. Most recently, Dark Camera was updated on October 31, 2026 and Screen Off Recorder on October 31, 2026.

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