Tella Tales: The Screen Recorder That Edits For You.

Picture this: you’re halfway through recording an important demo, you stumble over a sentence, say “um” about five times, and somehow knock your coffee over.

If this sounds all too familiar, then Tella might just be the magic trick you need. This new Mac app isn’t just another screen recorder—it’s a full-on video production assistant that cuts, trims, and polishes your videos with barely any effort from you.

Meet Tella: More Than Just a Screen Recorder

Tella captures your screen, facecam, and voice seamlessly, letting you toggle between different layouts: bubble view, split screen, or full facecam. Imagine being able to shift between your face and screen in various layouts, like picture-in-picture or full screen, all without interrupting the flow of your video. But what really sets Tella apart? Automatic editing. Yep, this app trims silences, removes filler words, and even lets you edit your video by simply editing text—just like a document. If you’re a creator, founder, designer, or just a regular person who’s been cursed with “um” in their vocabulary, Tella’s got you covered.

Tella’s Feature-Rich Landscape

Tella brings a host of features to make video creation both engaging and effortless. With Facecam Magic & Layout Options, you can switch between classic bubble, split view, or full-screen layouts to keep your audience hooked. Layering different layouts also adds variety to your storytelling. The app’s Automatic Silence & Filler Word Removal ensures you never have to worry about awkward pauses or too many “uh’s,” as its AI swiftly removes them like a professional editor in hyperdrive.

When it comes to editing, Tella’s Text-Based Video Editing redefines simplicity—just delete words from the transcript to make precise cuts, eliminating the need for complicated timelines. Its Easy Zoom Effects let you highlight key details on-screen with smooth transitions that look polished and professional. Finally, once your video is ready, 4K Export & Sharing Options make it easy to download in stunning resolution or share instantly via link or embedded playback, ensuring your content looks impeccable wherever it’s viewed.

A Peek at Tella’s Interface

The Tella interface is minimalist and intuitive. From the recording button to layout customization, every feature is just a click away. The app feels like an extension of your Mac—simple, sleek, and surprisingly powerful.

Pros and Cons

Tella is incredibly easy to use and impressively fast, making it a time-saver with its automated editing features, versatile layout options, and sleek, intuitive interface. However, advanced video editors might find it a bit too streamlined; if you’re someone who craves precise control and custom effects, it could feel limiting. That said, for creating quick, professional-looking videos, Tella is hard to beat.

Pricing Options

Tella offers three flexible pricing plans to suit creators, teams, and businesses of all sizes. The Pro plan, priced at $15/month (billed annually), is perfect for solo creators who need unlimited videos, unlimited recording duration, and AI-powered editing. You can even upload your own clips and export videos at 60 FPS or in 4K for up to five minutes. The best part? You can try it for free with a 7-day trial—no credit card required.

For those looking for advanced features, the Premium plan comes in at $39/month (billed annually) and includes everything in the Pro plan plus custom branding, a custom domain, and video analytics (coming soon). Advanced sharing options are also on the horizon, making it a great choice for businesses or creators who need more customization and data insights.

Verdict: Should You Try Tella?

If you’re tired of clunky editing tools, endless timelines, and the dreaded “um” count in your videos, Tella is a breath of fresh air. Its intuitive design, powerful AI editing features, and ability to create polished videos with minimal effort make it a standout tool for creators, educators, and teams alike. Whether you’re crafting tutorials, sharing feedback, or showcasing products, Tella makes the entire process fast, simple, and dare we say, enjoyable.

While advanced editors might crave deeper customization, Tella excels at what it promises: effortless video creation for the everyday user. With affordable pricing, robust features, and a free 7-day trial, there’s little reason not to give it a shot. 

And, hey—if you do try Tella, let us know how it goes. Or, better yet, make a video about it! Stay tuned for our next review! In the meantime, share your experiences with @todayonmac on X!