Movavi Screen Recorder is a free screen recording application for Windows and macOS that captures full-screen or custom-area video with webcam overlay, drawing tools, keystroke highlighting, and audio recording. Developed by Movavi, it aims to simplify screen capture for education, business, and content creation.
What is Movavi Screen Recorder?
Movavi Screen Recorder is a desktop application that records video from your screen, webcam, and audio sources. It outputs standard video formats (MP4, AVI, etc.) and includes basic editing capabilities. The software runs on Windows 10/11 (64-bit) and macOS X 11.0 or higher, with a 7-day free trial that adds a watermark to exports.
Key Features
- Full-screen or custom area recording — Capture the entire display or a selected region with adjustable frame rate and resolution up to 4K.
- Webcam overlay — Record your screen and webcam simultaneously, with options to position and resize the webcam window.
- Drawing on videos in real time — Add shapes, arrows, text, and freehand drawings during recording to highlight key elements.
- Mouse and keystroke highlighting — Automatically display mouse clicks and keyboard shortcuts as visual cues for viewers.
- Scrolling screenshots — Capture content that extends beyond the visible screen area, such as long web pages or documents, in a single image.
- Recording scheduler — Set a date and time for automatic recording start, useful for capturing webinars or live streams when you're away.
- Noise reduction — Filter out background noise from microphone recordings using built-in audio processing.
- System sound and microphone recording — Record both internal audio (system sounds) and external microphone input simultaneously or separately.
Who is it for?
- Educators and trainers — Record instructional screencasts with drawing annotations and keystroke highlights to create step-by-step tutorials.
- Content creators and YouTubers — Capture high-quality screen recordings with webcam facecam and edit them for engaging video content.
- Business professionals — Make presentation recordings, training materials, or project updates with clear visuals and commentary.
- Remote team members — Record async video updates, bug reports, or software demonstrations for distributed teams.
What can you do with Movavi Screen Recorder?
- Record must-attend webinars — Schedule and capture online courses, TED Talks, or live events even while away from your computer.
- Create engaging tutorials — Draw on videos, highlight mouse clicks, and add voiceover to produce clear instructional content.
- Make killer presentations — Compile slides, screen captures, and webcam footage into a polished video for stakeholder meetings.
- Build your personal brand — Produce YouTube screencasts in 4K with webcam overlay and audio commentary to grow your audience.
How does Movavi Screen Recorder work?
- Click the Screen recording icon on the sidebar to open the capture panel.
- Select the area you want to record (full screen or custom region).
- Click Rec to start recording; click Stop when finished. The saved video can be edited or shared directly.
Pros and cons
- Pros: Easy-to-use interface; includes both screen capture and basic editing; supports webcam, audio, and system sound recording; offers useful extras like scrolling screenshots and scheduler.
- Cons: Free trial has a 7-day time limit and adds a watermark to all exports; full version requires purchase; not suitable for game recording (use Gecata by Movavi instead).
Pricing
Movavi Screen Recorder uses a freemium model. The free trial runs for 7 days and applies a watermark to output videos. The full version is available for a one-time payment of $19.95 (incl. VAT) and removes all restrictions.
Alternatives
- Gecata by Movavi — A free game recording and streaming tool for Windows, designed specifically for capturing gameplay with webcam overlay and in-game audio.
FAQ
Is Movavi Screen Recorder free?
The basic version is free for a 7-day trial, but it adds a watermark to recorded videos. To remove the watermark and use the software beyond 7 days, you must purchase the full version.
What are the limitations of the free version?
The free trial limits you to 7 days of use, applies a watermark on all output videos, and does not allow adding descriptions or tags when sharing to YouTube.
Can I record computer games with Movavi Screen Recorder?
No, Movavi Screen Recorder is not optimized for game capture. For game recording, Movavi recommends Gecata, a dedicated game recording and streaming tool.
Does Movavi Screen Recorder work offline?
Yes, the software records fully offline. An internet connection is only needed for downloading, activating, and updating the program.
Is Movavi Screen Recorder safe?
Yes, it is safe to install. Movavi develops legitimate software with no malware or hacking issues.
