# Screen Recorder - XRecorder

> Record games with audio. Smooth, HD screen capture & Built-in video editor.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/videoeditor.videorecorder.screenrecorder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/videoeditor.videorecorder.screenrecorder)

## Overview

- **ID:** `videoeditor.videorecorder.screenrecorder`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** InShot Inc.
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 418,474,351
- **Rating:** 4.69 / 5 (7,648,680 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.5.4.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-02
- **First published:** 2019-05-10
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 34 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=videoeditor.videorecorder.screenrecorder)
- **Website:** [https://inshot.app/](https://inshot.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://inshotapp.com/website/policy.html](http://inshotapp.com/website/policy.html)

## Description

Screen Recorder - XRecorder lets you capture smooth, HD screen videos and screenshots with no watermark, no root, and no recording time limits. It supports internal audio (Android 10+), Facecam, brush tools, and a built-in video editor to trim, cut, add music, and control speed – all in one app.

It’s ideal for gamers, educators, and creators who want clean, editable footage. Features include a floating window for quick one-tap recording, YouTube & RTMP live streaming, flexible export options (internal storage or SD card), and a Trash Bin to recover deleted media. Use the powerful editor to enhance videos with filters, stickers, text, and timing adjustments.

## Rankings

- #366 — Overall
- #37 — Video players (Gross)
- #49 — Video players (Free)
- #1 — record
- #1 — screen
- #1 — screen capture

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.hardware.sensor.accelerometer`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROCESSING`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES`
- `android.permission.OBSERVE_GRANT_REVOKE_PERMISSIONS`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_LOGS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_USER_PRESENT`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.UNINSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.launcher2.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.launcher2.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.launcher3.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.launcher3.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.mylauncher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.mylauncher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.ebproductions.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.ebproductions.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.fede.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.fede.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.launcher2.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.launcher2.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.launcher3.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.launcher3.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.lge.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.lge.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.qihoo360.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.qihoo360.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.app.twlauncher.settings.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.app.twlauncher.settings.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.tencent.qqlauncher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.tencent.qqlauncher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `dianxin.permission.ACCESS_LAUNCHER_DATA`
- `net.qihoo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `net.qihoo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `org.adw.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `org.adw.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `org.adw.launcher_donut.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `org.adw.launcher_donut.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `org.adwfreak.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `org.adwfreak.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `telecom.mdesk.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `telecom.mdesk.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `videoeditor.videorecorder.screenrecorder.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

XRecorder is praised for its simple, clean interface and easy start-to-record workflow, with smooth, lag-free video and handy pause/trim controls. It’s appreciated as a free, lightweight tool with minimal storage impact and generally reliable performance. However, users raise privacy concerns about broad screen permissions, note audio capture limitations (no or unreliable device/mic audio), and report stability issues like the overlay bubble disappearing and occasional recording interruptions. Overall, solid for basic screen recording with notable caveats.

### Pros

- Simple, clean UI that's easy to use.
- Smooth, lag-free video quality.
- Pause, trim, and other controls are easy to use.
- Free to use and lightweight with minimal storage impact.
- Typically reliable for basic screen recording.

### Cons

- Privacy concerns due to requiring full-screen permissions.
- Cannot reliably capture audio (no microphone or device audio in some modes).
- Overlay/bubble control can disappear and disrupt recording, leading to interruptions.
- Occasional stability issues or random failures during recording.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/videoeditor.videorecorder.screenrecorder)