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[macOS] PlainRec – Professional Screen Recorder (Annotation, PiP, Focus Zoom) – Lifetime License $14 (Was $29.99)

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[macOS] PlainRec – Professional Screen Recorder (Annotation, PiP, Focus Zoom) – Lifetime License $14 (Was $29.99)
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AssociatedLshanda966 @ UTIL PTY LTD on 25/02/2026 - 12:11 apps.apple.com (188 clicks)
Last edited 06/03/2026 - 18:31 by 1 other user

Hi everyone,

I’m the developer of PlainRec, a lightweight yet powerful macOS screen recording tool designed for tutorials, demos, bug reports, and online presentations.

To celebrate the latest release, I’m offering a limited Lifetime License for $14 (normally $29.99).

⚠️ This lifetime license is limited.
Future versions of the app will likely move to a subscription model, so this is a one-time opportunity to get lifetime access.

⸻

Key Features

• 🎥 High-quality screen recording
Record your screen smoothly with excellent performance.

• ✏️ Live Annotation Tools
Draw, highlight, and explain while recording.

• 🔍 Focus Zoom
Automatically highlight and zoom important areas to guide viewers.

• 🖼 Picture-in-Picture
Add webcam overlay for tutorials and presentations.

• ⚡ Optimized Performance
Built specifically for macOS with low CPU usage.

• 🎯 Perfect for
• Tutorials
• Product demos
• Bug reports
• Online teaching
• Content creation

⸻

Pricing

Limited Deal

Lifetime License: $14
Regular Price: $29.99

Future versions will likely move to subscription, so this lifetime option will disappear.

⸻

Download

Mac App Store
https://apps.apple.com/au/app/plainrec/

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If you have any feedback or feature requests, feel free to comment.
I’m actively improving the app and really appreciate the support from the community.

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  • adam on 25/02/2026 - 12:18
    +6

    What does it do that the in-built Mac OS screen recorder doesn't do?

    • topherboi on 25/02/2026 - 12:19
      -2

      The main difference appears to be the ability to also record system audio, whereas the inbuilt recorder can only record microphone audio.

      • freewhere on 25/02/2026 - 22:34

        That's incorrect. The default recorder DOES record system audio

        • topherboi on 26/02/2026 - 06:18

          It does?
          I even tested it yesterday before commenting.

    • kungfuman on 25/02/2026 - 12:22

      nah I will stick wtih screenflow thanks its still the best screen recording software on mac os.

      • dangerdanger on 25/02/2026 - 14:17

        Thanks for this suggestion!

      • topherboi on 25/02/2026 - 17:28

        It should be better for $264 AUD.

        • kungfuman on 25/02/2026 - 17:45

          i bought it way back when it was 99 bucks when it first go released. I have had it since the very begining and only paid for upgrades which is about 30 bucks or so a year.

    • Associatedshanda966 @ UTIL PTY LTD on 02/03/2026 - 04:09
      -1

      1.0.1 is coming in a few days with better recording qualities and annotation features.

      • ferry594 on 02/03/2026 - 07:34
        -1

        What can this do, that OBS (which is free) cant?

        • Associatedshanda966 @ UTIL PTY LTD on 02/03/2026 - 17:58
          -2

          This is version 1, bro. Please subscribe to me, and you will find a difference as the app develops. And OBS is banned by Apple. Why is it free ? think about it

          • ferry594 on 02/03/2026 - 20:17
            -1

            @shanda966:

            And OBS is banned by Apple. Why is it free ? think about it

            What the hell are you talking about? Instead of saying "think about it" - you're the one trying to sell something here. Why don't you tell me what I'm missing?

            OBS is available https://obsproject.com/download here

            It's also free and open source, I can literally read the code if I want and verify what is running on my computer. Something I can't do with what you're selling.

            This is version 1, bro.

            Well then why don't you tell me what you plan on adding that QuickTime, OBS and the built in Mac screen recorder can't do? Bro.

            • Associatedshanda966 @ UTIL PTY LTD on 02/03/2026 - 22:37

              @ferry594: OBS is a great app. If you download it from https://obsproject.com/download, it’s safe and widely trusted. OBS doesn’t appear on the Mac App Store mainly because it needs system-level capabilities (and a plugin model) that don’t fit Apple’s sandbox and App Store security requirements. It’s also released under the GPL license, which can be difficult to align with App Store distribution.
              My app has a different scope and focus from OBS. Starting from v1.0.1, you’ll notice it behaves differently from QuickTime, and I’ll keep improving it step by step to make those differences clearer—especially in areas where a simpler workflow matters.

              • ferry594 on 03/03/2026 - 06:03
                -1

                @shanda966: Mate the least you can do is respond to me without using AI to draft a message.

                My app has a different scope and focus from OBS. Starting from v1.0.1, you’ll notice it behaves differently from QuickTime, and I’ll keep improving it step by step to make those differences clearer—especially in areas where a simpler workflow matters.

                You've used a lot of words to say nothing of value. I asked what it can do that the other free, built in options can do. And you have yet again said 'trust me bro'.

                For anyone else reading this - for the love of god don't waste your money on this app.

                • Associatedshanda966 @ UTIL PTY LTD on 03/03/2026 - 10:36

                  @ferry594: I need AI to soften my sentence, but my point is exactly there. I’ll let you know when version 1.0.1 goes live, okay? It is just queuing for Apple's review, and should be in this week.
                  I really appreciate your persistence. Instead of hinting here and there, feel free to tell me directly what features you’d like to see. If Apple’s policies allow it, I’ll definitely consider adding them.

                  • ferry594 on 03/03/2026 - 11:02
                    -1

                    @shanda966: Why don't you just tell me what you've got planned for your update instead of playing a guessing game? I'm not a mind reader.

                    • Associatedshanda966 @ UTIL PTY LTD on 03/03/2026 - 12:23
                      -2

                      @ferry594: Don't you sleep? Take care of yourself.. 1.0.1 will be live in this week.

                    • topherboi on 04/03/2026 - 08:52
                      -1

                      @ferry594: Typical new member, been around for half a minute and already dictating which deals are good/bad.

                    • Associatedshanda966 @ UTIL PTY LTD on 05/03/2026 - 19:35

                      @ferry594: Hi, version 1.0.1 is now available with basic annotation support. More professional features will be added in the next update.

  • TurkeyBargain on 25/02/2026 - 12:21
    +1

    Most screen recorders are either overly complex or locked behind subscriptions. I wanted something fast, clean, and affordable for everyday professional use.

    Quicktime Player or OBS Studio are both free, easy to use, and reliable.

  • jbird84 on 25/02/2026 - 13:35
    +2

    While OBS is slightly more complex, it's worthwhile to learn how to use it as it's become a standard piece of software for video capture/production. It's also free

  • chet on 25/02/2026 - 14:44

    How does this compare to something like Screen Studio, which has editing and focus zoom capabilities?

    • ndftz on 25/02/2026 - 19:53

      it's not a subscription

      • chet on 25/02/2026 - 20:44

        Ah yes, because I needed purchase clarification which includes editing and focus zoom.

  • Pobblebonk on 26/02/2026 - 18:46
    +1

    Quicktime does the job, and at $0 the price is good too.

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