Do you want to start your own “Android tutorial” channel on YouTube with some recording or you just want to record android screen for a job you have to do? Instead of using a camera or an external computer, you can easily record the screen of your device directly, thanks to a series of apps on the Play Store and which are also available in a free version.
We have actually already seen how this can be done record android screen from PC using third party software. But if you have no special needs, below you will find a list of the best “screen recorder” apps for Android. These apps offer all kinds of features you could want: from magic buttons that automatically adjust your videos to video game recording, to very high frame rate recordings and screen and audio recordings at the same time.
1. MNML Screen Recorder
Price: Free
Pleasantly free of ads and paywalls and other annoyances that ruin certain apps on the Play Store, MNML Screen Recorder is an open source Android screen recorder that focuses on ease of use
While it is not yet in the final version, it is very nice to use because it allows you to record up to 60 fps with bit rates up to 24 Mbps. Resolutions are limited to 1080p but the developers are working hard to increase this limit.
You can download this app from the Play Store or Github,
2. ScreenCam Screen Recorder
Price: Free
This is also a lightweight app free which does not show ads and allows you to do exactly what its name suggests. ScreenCam may not have all the functions of other Android screen recorders but it takes care of more than the essentials, allowing you to change the video bitrate, recording resolution and framerate to use (up to 60fps).
It also receives regular updates and offers the ability to add floating widgets that allow you to quickly check your recordings from any screen. One notable omission at this point is the lack of a Picture-in-picture mode, so you can't record with the front camera while recording the screen.
3. RecMe Free Screen Recorder
Price: Free
RecMe is one of the few apps that allow you to record android screen with internal audio. However, if your phone is not rooted, you cannot take advantage of the internal audio function, but you still have a lot to play on the front of the screen recording, setting a video quality up to 60 fps 1080p, a front / rear camera overlay (for users professionals) and microphone recording.
The user interface is nice and intuitive: the design makes it look like it could be an "official" screen recording app built into the phone.
4. Google Play Games
Price: Free
If you want to avoid downloading third party apps, especially want to record game content, you can just use the app Play Games official on your Android device.
Open the Play Games app, go to a game's information page, then tap the "Register”At the top of the screen. You'll have options to record in 480p and 720p, so not super high resolution, but it's built in so you don't have to complain.
To use this feature and record non-game content, please follow the steps above, and exit the game on startup. That's all.
5. Mobizen Screen Recorder
Price: Free
Mobizen is deservedly one of the most popular screen recording apps on the Play Store, offering a wide range of features including full HD recording at 60 fps. It has a number of tools to enhance videos after recording them, such as adding background music and the option to record yourself while making intro videos. It is particularly useful for i games, and allows you to record your sessions simultaneously with the recording of your face.
6. AZ Screen Recorder
Price: Free / $2.99
AZ Screen recorder doesn't require root access (great thing) and has an option to pause and resume recording, which is particularly useful for accomplishing video tutorials. It also has a front-facing camera overlay feature, but a paid upgrade is required to unlock it. You can change settings such as resolution, frame rate, bit rate or even insert a text message or logo along with the recorded screen cast. Microphone recording is supported so you can record both video and audio.
