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What is Lumiko?
Free Chrome screen recorder with cinematic auto zoom and a built-in editor Lumiko is a Chrome extension for recording your screen and making product demos, tutorials and walkthroughs.
Our verdict
Lumiko has a sensible free-to-paid split for occasional demo makers: recording and zoom tools stay free, while watermark removal and 4K are a one-time upgrade. We would test an actual walkthrough on your machine before relying on it for client work. This assessment comes from official documentation, not a hands-on test.
Full review
Lumiko is a Chrome extension for recording your screen and making product demos, tutorials and walkthroughs. Its main distinction is automatic cursor zoom and panning, paired with a browser-based editor. The free plan includes unlimited recording and exports up to 1440p; Pro removes the watermark and adds 4K.
Recording and editing
Although Lumiko installs in Chrome, the official FAQ says it uses Chrome desktopCapture to record a screen, window or standalone desktop application. You can record a walkthrough outside the browser, such as VS Code or Figma, while retaining the cursor-zoom workflow.
The product advertises an auto-zoom engine, click effects and timeline editing. Smart Blur helps hide sensitive information, and a webcam overlay adds a face-cam to a walkthrough. These are vendor-described capabilities, not features we have independently tested for output quality or performance.
Free versus Pro
Free includes unlimited recording without a time limit, automatic zoom, Smart Blur, webcam
Lumiko is a Chrome extension for recording your screen and making product demos, tutorials and walkthroughs. Its main distinction is automatic cursor zoom and panning, paired with a browser-based editor. The free plan includes unlimited recording and exports up to 1440p; Pro removes the watermark and adds 4K.
Recording and editing
Although Lumiko installs in Chrome, the official FAQ says it uses Chrome desktopCapture to record a screen, window or standalone desktop application. You can record a walkthrough outside the browser, such as VS Code or Figma, while retaining the cursor-zoom workflow.
The product advertises an auto-zoom engine, click effects and timeline editing. Smart Blur helps hide sensitive information, and a webcam overlay adds a face-cam to a walkthrough. These are vendor-described capabilities, not features we have independently tested for output quality or performance.
Free versus Pro
Free includes unlimited recording without a time limit, automatic zoom, Smart Blur, webcam overlay, custom backgrounds and exports up to 1440p. Free exports carry the Made with Lumiko badge. Pro adds watermark removal, full 4K rendering and a lifetime license with up to three device activations.
The official website currently advertises Pro at $9 as a one-time lifetime deal, discounted from $29. It is not a monthly subscription. Check the current offer before buying, since promotional pricing can change.
Privacy and permissions
Lumiko says recording and export processing happen locally in the browser, without uploading, viewing or retaining recording content. Its privacy page lists desktopCapture for selecting the recording target, activeTab and scripting for the recorder/editor and cursor tracking, and storage for local settings. It collects a Pro license identifier and optional crash/error logs, but says those logs contain no recording content.
Local processing reduces the need to upload a screen recording to an editing service. It does not replace reviewing what appears in the exported video. Check sensitive fields and blur placement before sharing a client or workplace walkthrough.
Editorial view
Lumiko is worth trying if you want to improve a screen demo without committing to another monthly tool. The free resolution ceiling is already useful for many tutorials, while the paid difference is easy to understand: clean exports and 4K. The trade-off is depending on a Chrome extension and its local processing rather than a separate desktop editing workflow.
Review basis: desk research of the official product website and privacy page, checked October 10, 2026. No hands-on test of zoom accuracy, rendering speed or recording reliability.
Who it's for
Best for
- Chrome users making product walkthroughs
- Tutorial creators
- Occasional client-demo makers
Not ideal for
- Users who need a non-Chrome workflow or watermark-free free exports
How we tested
Desk research on October 10, 2026 using the official product, privacy and terms pages. No hands-on test of recording reliability, zoom accuracy or render performance. Screenshots are frames from the official timeline and rendering demos and show actual editor/export controls. Current Free exports up to 1440p; Pro is a $9 one-time offer, regular $29, with watermark removal, 4K and three device activations. Promotional pricing may change. Purchases are generally non-refundable under the terms, with technical-issue review requests within 14 days. Privacy claims are vendor-described, not independently audited. Sources: https://lumiko.dev/ ; https://lumiko.dev/privacy ; https://lumiko.dev/terms ; https://lumiko.dev/demo-timeline.mp4 ; https://lumiko.dev/demo-render.mp4
At a glance
| Pricing | Free+Paid |
|---|---|
| Starting price | $9 one-time |
| Free plan | Yes |
| Free trial | No |
| Pricing page | View pricing |
| Platforms | Browser extension |
| API | No |
| Company | Lumiko |
| Apps Insight Score | 36/100 |
Why this app scored 36/100
Editorial Review 19/30
- Product quality 6/10 6/10
- Ease of use 3/5 3/5
- Feature depth 3/5 3/5
- Innovation 3/5 3/5
- Value for money 3/3 3/3
- Recommendation confidence 1/2 1/2
Trust & Verification 5/25
- AppsInsight badge installed Badge not installed 0/15
- HTTPS website HTTPS 1/1
- Business support email Provided 1/1
- Privacy policy published Provided 2/2
- Terms of service published Provided 1/1
- Security certifications None listed 0/2
- Knowledge base / help center Missing 0/2
- Social profiles linked 0 profiles linked 0/1
Community 0/20
- Verified reviews & rating 0 reviews (5 needed) 0/15
- Recent reviews No reviews yet 0/5
Product Profile 9/20
- Detailed description 399 words 2/3
- Screenshots 2 screenshots 1/3
- Demo video No demo video 0/2
- FAQ 6 items 1/2
- Feature list 7 items 1/2
- Pricing published Plan tiers published 3/3
- Pros & cons Pros & cons listed 1/1
- Integrations 0 integrations 0/2
- API available No 0/1
- Company details 1 of 3 details filled 0/1
Freshness 3/5
- Listing recently updated Updated 0 days ago 3/3
- Recent changelog entry No changelog entries 0/2
Editorial points are assigned by AppsInsight editors and cannot be purchased or influenced.
Built for
Use case
Design & creative
Industry
Media & entertainment
How Lumiko compares
| Feature | Lumiko | Directus | Carousels Generator | SocialPilot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Pricing | Free+Paid | Free+Paid | Free+Paid | Paid Subscription |
| Starting price | $9 one-time | $0 | $19/mo ($16/mo billed yearly) | $20/mo |
| Free plan | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Free trial | No | No | No | Yes (14 days) |
| Platforms | Browser extension | Web app, Self-hosted / On-premise, API / SDK, CLI / Terminal | Web app | Web app, iOS (iPhone & iPad), Android |
| Best for | Chrome users making product walkthroughs Tutorial creators Occasional client-demo makers | Developers and agencies building headless sites and apps, product teams that need a no-code admin on top of a SQL database, and teams that want governed AI or MCP access to business data. | Founders, creators and marketers who want a consistent LinkedIn or Instagram carousel presence without design skills, and small teams that publish on a schedule and want brand consistency baked in. | Marketing agencies, social media managers, multi-account brands, small marketing teams |
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Key features
Auto zoom
Creates cursor-based zooms and pans to guide attention during a walkthrough.
Webcam overlay
Adds a draggable webcam overlay to a screen recording.
Smart Blur
Adds blur areas to hide information; review the final export for sensitive content.
Timeline editor
Provides clip trimming and splitting with zoom and blur tracks.
Custom backgrounds
Frames the recording with preset backgrounds and custom images.
Aspect ratios
Includes widescreen and vertical layouts for different video destinations.
Local export
Processes recordings on the device according to the privacy policy; exports up to 1440p free or 4K on Pro.
Pricing
Free planPaid from $9 one-time
Free - $0
- Unlimited recording with no time limit
- Auto zoom and click effects
- Timeline editing
- Smart Blur and webcam overlay
- Custom backgrounds
- Exports up to 1440p
- Made with Lumiko watermark
- No sign-up required
Pro - $9 one-time
- Everything in Free
- Watermark removal
- 4K exports
- Lifetime license
- Up to three device activations
- Current deal $9 one-time
- Regular price $29
- Generally non-refundable under the terms
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free forever tier with unlimited recording and up to 1440p exports, no sign-up required
- Automatic cursor zoom and timeline tools can reduce manual editing work
- The privacy policy says recordings and exports are processed locally without uploading recording content
- Pro is a $9 lifetime deal instead of a subscription
Cons
- Chrome-only - no Firefox, Safari, or standalone desktop app
- Free exports carry a Made with Lumiko watermark
- No company or team information published on the site
Screenshots & media
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lumiko?
Lumiko is a free Chrome screen recorder with automatic cursor zoom and panning, a webcam overlay, Smart Blur for sensitive data, and a built-in browser-based editor.
Is Lumiko really free?
Yes. The free tier includes unlimited recording, auto-zoom, Smart Blur, custom backgrounds, and exports up to 1440p - forever, with no sign-up. Pro is a $9 one-time lifetime deal (regular $29) that removes the watermark and unlocks 4K exports.
Can Lumiko record apps outside the browser?
Yes. Although it installs as a Chrome extension, it uses Chrome desktopCapture to record your entire screen, external monitors, or standalone desktop apps like VS Code, Figma, or Slack.
Does Lumiko upload or store my recordings?
Lumiko's privacy policy says recording and export processing happen locally and it does not upload, view or retain recording content. We have not independently audited the extension. Review the exported video for sensitive information before sharing it.
How do I remove the watermark?
The Made with Lumiko badge appears on free exports. Upgrading to Pro - the $9 lifetime deal - removes it for clean, white-labeled videos.
Which resolutions does each tier support?
Free exports up to 1440p (including 1080p HD). Pro unlocks full 4K rendering.