ScreenRat is a privacy-focused screen recording tool for macOS 14+ that keeps all recordings stored locally on your device with no cloud uploads or subscriptions.
What is ScreenRat?
ScreenRat is a macOS-native screen recording application (available for macOS 14+) that captures your screen and/or webcam feed directly to your device. It accepts any screen area or full screen as input and outputs MP4 video files stored locally. The app is developed by an independent team (no company name stated on page).
Key Features
- Local privacy: All recordings are saved directly to your device; nothing is ever uploaded to the cloud.
- High-quality recording: Supports 1080p and 2K resolutions for free, and 4K Ultra HD with the one-time Pro purchase.
- Face cam overlay: Automatically overlay your webcam feed in a corner with a single click.
- Unlimited recording time: No time limits on recordings, even in the free Basic tier.
- Versatile recording modes: Record full screen or selected areas for webinars, software demos, bug reports, or design feedback.
- No subscriptions: The Pro version is a one-time payment of $35 that includes lifetime updates and priority support.
- YouTube ready: Easily record high-quality tutorials, gameplay, or reactions without complex setup.
- App Store coming soon: Currently available as a direct download; App Store release is planned.
Who is it for?
- Content creators: Produce YouTube tutorials, gameplay videos, or reaction content with face cam overlay.
- Professionals: Record software demos, webinars, or meetings for internal or external use.
- Developers and QA: Capture bug reports and design feedback with high-resolution screen recordings.
- Privacy-conscious users: Anyone who wants to keep their recordings entirely local without cloud uploads.
What can you do with ScreenRat?
- Record YouTube tutorials: Use the face cam feature to add a personal touch to educational videos.
- Create software demos: Capture high-quality demos of your apps or workflows in 1080p or 4K.
- Document bugs: Record bug reports with precise screen captures to share with your team.
- Collect design feedback: Record screen activity and share recordings privately without uploading to cloud services.
Pricing
ScreenRat offers a free Basic tier with unlimited recording, local storage, and 1080p/2K resolution. The Pro tier costs a one-time payment of $35 and adds 4K Ultra HD resolution, priority support, and lifetime updates. Download the free version or get Pro access.
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Privacy-first: no cloud uploads, recordings stay on your device.
- No subscriptions: one-time purchase for Pro.
- High-resolution options up to 4K.
- Face cam overlay built in.
Cons:
- Only available for macOS 14+ (no Windows, Linux, or older macOS support).
- 4K requires the paid Pro version.
- Not yet on the App Store (direct download only).
FAQ
Is ScreenRat free?
Yes, the Basic tier is free and includes unlimited recording time, local storage, and 1080p/2K resolution. The Pro tier is a one-time payment of $35 for 4K and additional features.
Does ScreenRat upload recordings to the cloud?
No. All recordings are saved directly to your device. ScreenRat explicitly states no cloud uploads, ensuring complete privacy.
What resolutions does ScreenRat support?
The free Basic tier supports up to 2K. The Pro tier unlocks 4K Ultra HD resolution.
Can I use ScreenRat on Windows or Linux?
No, ScreenRat is exclusive to macOS 14+ and not available on other platforms.
How do I get ScreenRat?
You can download the DMG file directly from the official website. An App Store release is coming soon.
