Screen recording with QuickTime vs Vmaker: Which one should you pick?
Tanoy Chowdhury - December 26, 2022
So you want to record the screen of your Mac computer.
And, you’re wondering if you should use the built-in Mac screen recorder - QuickTime Player.
Well, straight off - QuickTime Player is a good choice for screen recording. You don’t have to download an external app or sign up using your email account. Which makes it the simplest way to record screen videos on Mac.
But simplest is not always the best…
In return for being simple, QuickTime player keeps its users absent from advanced features that many other screen recording tools offer.
Advanced features like -
- Dual recording - Recording screen + webcam
- Bug-free interface for longer duration recording
- High recording quality (up to 4K in paid plans)
- Multiple formats for downloading recorded videos
- Cloud storage, so you get more storage space in your MacBook
- System audio recording
- Lack of useful video making features like screen annotation, virtual background, recording scheduler and more (these features are mostly paid)
How can you avoid missing out on these extremely useful features?
If you’re here, then it means you’re the type of user who wants to explore screen recording to the maximum extent possible. Kudos, you’ve made a great choice.
To avoid missing out on the above features and learn screen recording in a better way, we recommend using other Mac compatible screen recorders. Don’t worry, we will not leave you hanging with just that information.
You can check out our blog on best screen recorders for Mac and decide for yourself. This blog lists down the best options for MacBook along with their pros and cons.
Or, you can try out Vmaker
If you want to spring into action immediately, then you can check out Vmaker. Or, you can watch this 3-minute video tutorial on how to install Vmaker on your MacBook.
Yes, we’re plugging our own product here. Because we think it’s a great alternative to QuickTime Player. We genuinely believe that a Mac user can get more value from using Vmaker than QuickTime Player.
With that in mind, here’s a list of features in Vmaker which you can use for free.
1) Unlimited recording
Like QuickTime screen recording, Vmaker also allows unlimited recording. There is no limit on the number of recordings or the storage space. However, in the free version, a single video can be recorded for 7-minutes.
2) 720p recording
One of the biggest demerits of using QuickTime is that there is no option to choose the quality of recording. There is only one quality, and that’s substandard. Vmaker lets you record in 720p quality and gives you the option to record in lower quality if that’s what you want. (Upgrade for 4K recording quality)
3) Attractive frames and filters
Frames and filters add borders to your webcam recording which makes your face look more prominent. You can also add a name tag to the recording, so that your audience can remember your name throughout the video.
4) Screen + Webcam
As Vmaker can record both screen and webcam at the same time, it’s a much better tool for making screen recordings. Because with this feature you can record video feedback, reaction videos, tutorials and product demos too.
5) Different dimensions
With Vmaker you get to choose how much area you want to record. It can be your entire screen which means every window that is open. It can be only a specific window or a custom area which you can choose by only dragging your mouse.
6) Watermark free videos
This is something you won’t find in a lot of other screen recorders. At least not only in the free plan. But, in Vmaker, every video that you record, irrespective of the plan you’re in, there is no watermark on the videos.
7) In-built video editor
Yes, Vmaker has a built-in video editor. Which means you can trim, crop and rotate your videos for free. You don’t have to spend time downloading the video and uploading it to an external editor. Besides, the editor is user-friendly, and doesn’t require prior experience.
8) Priority support
If you get stuck while using Vmaker or you have questions about anything related to Vmaker - we’re only an email away. Our support team works 24*7, so we’re always here to answer your questions.
Paid plans start only at $7/month
It will be a one-sided blog if we only tell you about the free features of Vmaker. So, here’s a one line description of some amazing advanced features of Vmaker which you should know about.
Screen annotation
Draw symbols or anything to divert attention of your viewers to something specific on the recording
Mouse emphasis
Highlight your mouse pointer to make it easy for your audience to follow where you’re clicking on the screen
Internal audio
Record any audio playing on your MacBook PC, and Vmaker will record it and sync it with the video recording and voice
Advanced editing suite
Get access to the advanced editor where you can upload external videos to combine them with your own recording and do a lot of exciting things
4k quality
Record videos in 4K quality. You can also choose between other HD quality modes like 1080p and 1440p
Virtual background
Use virtual background in webcam recording. Very useful if you don’t have a proper background to record videos
Embed videos
After recording, you can embed the videos on your website. You can also track how many people have viewed your video
Compare the pricing of Vmaker to find out the exact break-up of features. Check out the pricing page
That’s about it
That’s all we had to tell you about screen recording and why you should stop QuickTime screen recording.
Ok, the latter one was a bit of a stretch. But, seriously, if you want to use screen recorders daily and for a longer term, it makes sense to invest in an advanced Mac screen recorder like Vmaker.
Do check out our list of best screen recorders for Mac, and decide which one will meet your needs the most.
Recommended Readings:
How to screen record on Mac with audio
10 Best 4K Screen Recorders For Windows and Mac
How to use an iPhone as a webcam on a Mac - macOS Ventura
How to Screen Record on MacBook Air
How to Screen Record on Mac with audio and video
How to Screen Record on Mac with Facecam
