Comparison

Floating Cam vs Screen Recorder

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

Head to head
About

Floating Cam

This app allows you to record videos and take photos with a movable camera overlay while using other applications. It's designed for creators and multitaskers who need to keep their camera visible for various content creation and productivity tasks.

Highlights
  • Floating camera overlay
  • Movable and resizable window
  • HD and 4K video recording
  • High-quality photo capture
  • Front and rear camera support
  • Real-time beauty filters
  • Gesture controls
Features
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Floating Camera transforms your iPhone into a powerful floating camera studio. Capture photos and record videos while using a movable Picture-in-Picture style camera overlay designed for creators, vloggers, streamers, presenters, and multitaskers. Keep your camera visible while reading scripts, browsing notes, recording reactions, livestreaming, or creating content. Move, resize, and customize the floating camera window with smooth gestures and modern controls. FEATURES Floating camera overlay Movable and resizable camera window HD and 4K video recording High-quality photo capture Front and rear camera support Picture-in-Picture style experience Real-time beauty filters Audio monitoring tools Gesture controls Adjustable transparency Dark mode optimized Simple and modern interface FLOATING CAMERA EXPERIENCE Use the floating camera while: Reading scripts Recording reactions Streaming content Taking notes Watching videos Practicing presentations Creating social media content PRO CAMERA TOOLS Timer and countdown Pause and resume recording Flash controls Stabilization support Multiple aspect ratios Beauty enhancements Quick export and sharing DESIGNED FOR CREATORS Floating Camera is built for: TikTok creators YouTubers Streamers Online teachers Podcasters Vloggers Business presentations #Floating Camera offers auto-renewing subscription options: -$3.99 per week -$9.99 per month -$39.99 per year • You can subscribe for unlimited access to all features and content offered for purchases within Transcribe • Subscriptions are billed monthly on the subscription plan • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Terms of Use: https://tos.vidanimate.co Privacy Policy https://privacy.vidanimate.co

About

Screen Recorder

Record your device's screen, camera, and audio with this all-in-one tool. Edit your footage, add reactions, and export high-quality videos for sharing. Ideal for creators, gamers, and educators.

Highlights
  • Screen recording
  • Face Cam reactions
  • Dual camera recording
  • Built-in video editor
  • Audio recorder
  • Live streaming
Features
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Screen Recorder – Record, Edit & Share Videos All-in-one screen, camera, and audio recording app built for creators, gamers, educators, and anyone who needs high-quality videos straight from their device. Record your screen, add Face Cam reactions, capture Dual Camera videos, record voice notes, edit clips, and export your videos to Photos. SCREEN RECORDING - Record your screen with just a few taps - Capture apps, games, tutorials, walkthroughs, and demos - Record with microphone support for commentary and voiceover - Save recordings and open them in the built-in editor FACE CAM REACTIONS - Add Face Cam video to your selected videos - Adjust the camera overlay position before recording - Record your face and microphone audio together - Great for reactions, tutorials, lessons, and gameplay content DUAL CAMERA RECORDER - Record with front and rear cameras - Choose camera layouts and quality settings - Capture synchronized microphone audio - Open the result directly in the video editor BUILT-IN VIDEO EDITOR - Edit videos directly inside the app - Trim clips and adjust playback speed - Export videos to your photo library - Free users can export with a watermark - Premium users can unlock higher export quality AUDIO RECORDER - Record high-quality voice notes and commentary - Play, preview, copy, delete, and export recordings - Adjust speed, voice effects, and equalizer settings - Useful for narration, voiceovers, notes, and content creation LIVE STREAMING - Set up RTMP live streaming - Save stream details for faster access - Start broadcasts from the app MY RECORDINGS - Keep your screen recordings in one place - Preview recordings with video duration - Open any recording in the editor - Delete recordings when you no longer need them Whether you are making tutorials, recording gameplay, creating reaction videos, saving lessons, or preparing content for social media, Screen Recorder gives you practical tools to record, edit, and share from your iPhone or iPad. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Upgrade to Premium to unlock advanced recording and export options. With Premium, you can access: - Higher export quality options - Original quality video export - HD and Full HD export options - Premium recording and editing features - No free export limitations SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS - Weekly Subscription - Yearly Subscription Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/screeenrecord/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/screeenrecord/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Floating Cam2 screens
Screen Recorder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Screen Recorder at 4.4 against Floating Cam's 1.0. Screen Recorder also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Floating Cam sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Screen Recorder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Screen Recorder holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Recorder has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Floating Cam versus Screen Recorder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFloating CamScreen Recorder
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.4 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPolymath Company LimitedIvanna Koryliak

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Floating Cam

Subscriptions3
  • Floating Camera Premium Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Floating Camera Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Floating Camera Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Floating Camera Premium Lifetime$79.99
2 purchases

Screen Recorder

Subscriptions2
  • Advanced Pro Features$4.997 Days
  • Premium Toolkit Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Floating Cam free?
Floating Cam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Recorder free?
Screen Recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Floating Cam or Screen Recorder?
Screen Recorder is rated higher. Floating Cam averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Screen Recorder averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.
Do Floating Cam or Screen Recorder have ads?
Floating Cam shows ads; Screen Recorder does not.

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