About Screen Recorder – Vidma Record
I’m the type of person who records gameplay for analysis and makes tutorial videos for my team at work. So when a colleague named Jake recommended Vidma Record, I figured I’d put it through its paces. It’s been two weeks on my Google Pixel 7, and I’ve logged about 30 recordings. The app does the basics—capture your screen, add audio from the mic, throw in a front camera overlay. No real surprises there. But for anyone who wants to get granular, like tweaking bitrate or using external microphones reliably, you’ll hit walls. The UI is clean, sure, but I’ve seen third-party recorders come and go, and this one feels like it’s aiming for the middle of the road. It’s not bad. It’s just not the pro tool the description hypes it up to be.
Features & Highlights
You get HD recording, pause/resume, and a built-in editor that lets you trim clips and add text or music. The editor is basic—don’t expect multi-track timelines or color grading. I tried scheduling a recording for a Thursday morning webinar, and it actually worked without a hitch, which surprised me. The camera overlay is handy for face-cam tutorials, but the front camera quality on my Pixel 7 looked washed out compared to the stock camera app. You can also capture screenshots and annotate, which is nice if you’re doing quick bug reports. The app supports multiple languages, but I’m sticking with English. One thing I noticed missing: no option to record internal audio on Android 13 without rooting—this is a system limitation, but other apps like AZ Screen Recorder handle it better with workarounds. The floating control button is convenient, but it sometimes disappears when I switch apps, forcing me to reopen the whole thing.
User Experience
Setup was fast. I opened it, granted permissions, and started a test recording in under three minutes. The interface is straightforward—big record button, no clutter. But the devil’s in the details. On my Pixel 7, I had two crashes during a 45-minute gameplay session of Call of Duty Mobile. The app just froze, and I lost the footage. That’s a dealbreaker for me. Another time, the audio from my Bluetooth headphones desynced by about three seconds midway through a 20-minute tutorial. I had to re-record the whole thing. The video quality at 1080p 60fps is acceptable, but I noticed micro-stutters in fast-motion scenes. The editor lags when handling clips longer than 10 minutes. For quick 2-minute clips, it’s fine. For anything serious? Frustrating. I also wish the app let me set default settings per recording profile—I don’t want to toggle resolution every time I switch between gameplay and a work presentation.
Pricing
It’s free with ads. You can buy a pro version to remove ads and unlock a few extras like higher resolution options and no watermark. I haven’t paid yet because I’m still testing, but the ads aren’t aggressive—they pop up when you open the app and after you stop a recording. The pro price is reasonable, around a few bucks, but I’m not sold until the stability issues get fixed. I’d rather pay for something reliable than get a free app that crashes at critical moments.
Updates & Support
I checked the app store history. Last update was about two months ago, which is decent for a free app. The changelog mentioned bug fixes and performance improvements, but clearly not enough for my device. I haven’t contacted support because the app technically works most of the time, so my only reference is other reviews. I see plenty of “works great” comments and a few like mine mentioning crashes on Pixel phones. That pattern tells me support is probably reactive, not proactive. I also noticed some users complaining about the watermark in the free version—one guy said it took two weeks for a reply from support. Not great.
Security & Privacy
The app asks for standard permissions: storage, microphone, camera, and overlay. That’s expected for a screen recorder. The privacy policy is readable, says they don’t sell your data, but they do collect analytics for ads. I’d prefer an option to opt out of everything, but that’s rare for free apps. No sketchy background behavior on my Pixel 7—no battery drain when idle, no weird network requests. I’m cautious, and this feels okay for now. But I wouldn’t record sensitive info like banking passwords with it, just in case.
Can Vidma Record capture internal audio on Android 13 without rooting?
No, Vidma Record cannot record internal audio on Android 13 without rooting due to a system limitation. Other apps like AZ Screen Recorder offer workarounds, but Vidma does not include this feature.
Does the built-in editor support multi-track timelines or color grading?
No, the editor is basic and only allows trimming clips and adding text or music. It lacks advanced features like multi-track timelines or color grading, and it may lag with clips longer than 10 minutes.
Why does my recording freeze or crash during long gameplay sessions?
Some users experience crashes during extended recordings, such as a 45-minute session of Call of Duty Mobile, which can cause loss of footage. To minimize this, try shorter recording sessions or ensure your device has sufficient free storage and RAM.
How can I fix audio desync when using Bluetooth headphones?
Audio desync with Bluetooth headphones is a known issue, with delays of up to three seconds in longer recordings. To avoid this, switch to a wired microphone or external mic, as the app handles those more reliably.
How does Vidma Record compare to AZ Screen Recorder for advanced users?
Vidma Record is more middle-of-the-road, offering HD recording and a basic editor, but it lacks internal audio workarounds and can crash during long sessions. AZ Screen Recorder handles internal audio better and is generally more stable for pro-level use.
