Comparison

KMPlayer vs background video recorder

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

Head to head
About

KMPlayer

A versatile media player that handles all high-resolution video, music, and subtitle formats. Offers advanced playback controls, color adjustments, and subtitle customization.

Highlights
  • Plays all video and music formats
  • Supports numerous subtitle formats
  • Bookmark playback sections
  • Adjust video color and playback speed
  • Stream videos via URL
  • Network and cloud storage support
Features
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▶ KMPlayer, Customer Lounge is here! ▶ Feedback, ideas, and events—all welcome. - Link: https://cobak.co/en/space/392 KMPlayer is a perfect media player that can play all forms of high resolution videos, music, and subtitle files. Along with the flawless playback, enjoy the rich features of the player including quick button, bookmark, subtitle settings, and play speed settings! ▶ KMPlayer ◀ · Bookmark: Add bookmark to the time points to playback any sections you wish to cherish · Control Color: Change brightness, light intensity, hue, saturation, and gamma information · Expand & Contract: Expand & contract the video screen being played · Section Repeat: Repeatedly play a section from point A to point B · Quick button: Quickly set the player options · Equalizer: Save separate equalizers for music & video · Subtitle Settings: Change color, size, and position of subtitles · URL Playing: Enter URL to play any videos on the web (streaming) · Network: Supports FTP, UPNP, SMB, WebDav · Cloud: Supports Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive [ Supported Formats ] Video and music: AVI, MP3, WAV, AAC, MOV, MP4, WMV, RMVB, FLAC, 3GP, M4V, MKV, TS, MPG, FLV Subtitle: DVD, DVB, SSA/ASS Subtitle Track, SubStation Alpha(.ssa/.ass) with full styling.SAMI(.smi) with ruby tag support, SubRip(.srt), MicroDVD(.sub/.txt), VobSub(.sub/.idx), SubViewer2.0(.sub), MPL2(.mpl/.txt), TMPlayer(.txt), Teletext, PJS(.pjs) , WebVTT(.vtt) Due to the policy, we do not support certain codecs. (DTS, EAC3, TrueHD, Divx .. ) ▶ Permission Information ◀ [ Required Permissions ] Storage space: Requesting permission to access photos, music, and videos stored in the device ▶ Message from the Developers ◀ KMPlayer’s development team are always open to your opinions to further improve the App. Feel free to request new features and please provide us with plentiful feedback. Email: support.ios@kmplayer.com

About

background video recorder

This app allows for discreet, high-quality video recording in the background with secure, password-protected local storage. It offers easy controls, professional video output, and a built-in gallery for managing your recordings.

Highlights
  • Background recording
  • High-quality video
  • Secure local storage
  • Video gallery management
  • Easy recording controls
  • Background video editor
Features
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Background Video Recorder is a professional video app designed for high-quality video recording with secure storage features. FEATURES • Easy Recording Controls - Simple interface for starting, pausing, and managing video sessions with one-touch functionality • Professional Video Quality - High-quality video output with reliable recording capabilities • Secure Video Storage - Password-protected local storage with organizational tools for managing recorded content • Video Gallery Management - Built-in gallery system for organizing, reviewing, and sharing your recorded videos • Background Recording Capability - Continue recording functionality for uninterrupted video capture + Premium Background Video Recorder Features: - Background Video Editor - Background Video Recorder app with zero ads + Subscription options: - Weekly: $9.99 per week - Yearly: $59.99 per year (save over 50%) - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless canceled 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 - Subscriptions may be managed in Account Settings Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/bvr-terms/home Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/meryem-rissoul/home?read_current=1 IDEAL FOR Content creators, educators, business professionals, security monitoring, interviews, and anyone needing reliable video recording with secure storage. Download Background Video Recorder for professional video recording with secure gallery protection.

Screenshots

KMPlayer4 screens
background video recorder3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KMPlayer at 66% against background video recorder's 15%. KMPlayer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. background video recorder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. KMPlayer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KMPlayer holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KMPlayer has 3.2K ratings behind it against 99, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of KMPlayer's written reviews are positive against 15% of background video recorder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KMPlayer ships an update every 9 days, background video recorder every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
KMPlayer versus background video recorder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKMPlayerbackground video recorder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3.2K ratings) — better4.1 (99 ratings)
Positive reviews66.3% of reviews — better15.4% of reviews
Number of ratings3.2K — better99
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPANDORATV Co.,LtdMeryam Rissoul

Customer experience

KMPlayer

All ratings3,244 ratings
Positive82.2%
Neutral5.2%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews492 reviews
Positive66.3%
Neutral10.6%
Negative23.2%

background video recorder

All ratings99 ratings
Positive76.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative20.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive15.4%
Neutral7.7%
Negative76.9%

Bugs and requests

KMPlayer

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Video playback freezes
  • Audio desynchronization issues
  • Crashes when playing certain file types
  • Network share access problems
  • Brightness control malfunctions
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  • Subtitle font issues
  • Missing video files in library
  • Lockscreen controls not working
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Unreliable background playback

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add Picture-in-Picture support
  • Implement Chromecast/AirPlay integration
  • Improve subtitle handling and customization
  • Add more aspect ratio options
  • Implement a dark mode
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  • Add ability to rename files
  • Improve network file sharing
  • Add more codec support (e.g., MKV)
  • Implement a better file organization system
  • Add ability to save custom audio/video settings

background video recorder

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

KMPlayer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

background video recorder

Subscriptions2
  • weekly plan$9.997 Days
  • yearly plan$59.991 Year

Questions

Is KMPlayer free?
KMPlayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is background video recorder free?
background video recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, KMPlayer or background video recorder?
KMPlayer is rated higher. KMPlayer averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.2K ratings, while background video recorder averages 4.1 from 99 ratings.
Do KMPlayer or background video recorder have ads?
background video recorder shows ads; KMPlayer does not.
Which is updated more often, KMPlayer or background video recorder?
KMPlayer ships an update every 9 days, and background video recorder every 3 months. Most recently, KMPlayer was updated on October 17, 2026 and background video recorder on October 17, 2026.

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