ScreenApp for Mac
Native macOS app for recording, dictation, and AI transcription. Captures system audio without a loopback driver, runs in the menu bar, and ships as a universal binary for Apple Silicon and Intel.
Download for Mac (free)67.9 MB DMG. Last build pushed March 22, 2026. Rolling release: the installer always serves the current production build.
Mac app vs web on Mac
ScreenApp's web app runs in any browser on macOS. The native Mac app adds the desktop-only features below.
| Capability | Web on Mac | Mac app |
|---|---|---|
| System audio capture (record meetings without a loopback driver) | Not supported | Native |
| Background recording while you switch apps | Requires Safari tab open | Yes, menu bar app |
| Large file uploads | 4 GB browser cap | No effective cap |
| Global hotkey for dictation | Not supported | Yes |
| AI transcription and summary | Full feature set | Full feature set |
| Installation | Open screenapp.io in any browser | 67.9 MB DMG, drag to Applications |
| iOS app via Mac Catalyst (Apple Silicon) | Not applicable | Also available from the App Store |
For the step-by-step DMG install walkthrough, see the desktop install page. For accuracy benchmarks and methodology, see the accuracy and methodology page.