# KMPlayer vs background video recorder

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | KMPlayer | background video recorder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmplayer/id835776444/reviews)** | [4.1 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/background-video-recorder/id6748404115/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.2K** | 99 |
| Positive reviews | **66.3% of reviews** | 15.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 137 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PANDORATV Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/402122835) | [Meryam Rissoul](https://appshunter.io/developer/1825641831) |

## What reviewers say

### KMPlayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kmplayer/id835776444)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Well-designed interface
- 🚀 Plays a variety of formats
- 🚀 Excellent media player
- 🚀 Best video player on iOS

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Video playback issues
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 Subtitles not working
- 🐛 Brightness issues

**Reported bugs**

- Video playback freezes
- Audio desynchronization issues
- Crashes when playing certain file types
- Network share access problems
- Brightness control malfunctions

**Requested features**

- Add Picture-in-Picture support
- Implement Chromecast/AirPlay integration
- Improve subtitle handling and customization
- Add more aspect ratio options
- Implement a dark mode


### background video recorder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/background-video-recorder/id6748404115)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| weekly plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| yearly plan | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*