How to Record Xfinity Shows Easily on TV and PC with/without DVR

Xfinity is a popular streamer offering many channels, series and innovative features. Whether you're a sports fan, a movie buff, or someone who likes to binge-watch TV shows, Xfinity has you covered. Xfinity service isn't limited to traditional cable TV, it also offers the flexibility of streaming through the Xfinity stream app, allowing users to access their favorite content on various devices.

When you encounter a favorite program that you want to save for later viewing, or you miss the live content due to absence, the method to record Xfinity becomes particularly important. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore in depth how to record on Xfinity to ensure you don't miss a single moment of your favorite shows.

How to Record on Xfinity TV with DVR

How to Record Xfinity TV? The X1 with DVR service can help. DVR allows you to record a show on Xfinity TV and watch it later. It also allows you to rewind and fast forward live TV, pause programs and skip ads.

If you are Xfinity X1 subscriber, then you have access to 150 hours of X1 DVR recording space at no additional cost. If you exceed your DVR recording limit, your most recent recording will replace the older one. If you have used up all of your cloud DVR storage space, you will not be able to record certain programs or upgrade your subscription plan.

How to record a show on Xfinity with DVR service:

Step 1. Press the Guide button on your remote control and select a program that you want to save for later viewing. 

Step 2. On the program's info panel, select the Record option.

Step 3. Select Just this episode and the recording will start.

Also read: How to Record on Hulu Live with Live TV's Cloud DVR Feature and A Better Way >>

How to Record Xfinity Stream on PC

Now you know that due to the limited storage space of DVR, the recorded videos will be replaced by newly recorded videos after a while, and it will cost a lot to get more storage space. Is there a more affordable way to record Xfinity for long-term storage? 

We highly recommend iTop Screen Recorder, a versatile and user-friendly screen recorder for PC. It can record any Xfinity programs and live content you watch on PC without being automatically cleaned. This makes recording Xfinity content on PC a viable option for those who prefer flexibility.

•    Record Xfinity in custom areas 

This flexible screen recorder allows you to record part of screen, the entire screen, a window or a fixed ratio in 4K and 1080P, bringing you a good video viewing experience.

•    Support recording various streaming platforms

Except Xfinity, you can record any streaming service, such as Roku, Netflix, HBO Max, etc. with no limit on the recording time and quantity. You can also record on Firestick. 

•    Edit recorded Xfinity video

ITop Screen Recorder has a built-in free video editor that you can use to edit videos, cut out ads, enhance video effects, etc.

•    Various video output formats

After recording Xfinity with this screen recorder Windows 10, you can export the video formats to Mp4, AVI, FLAC and MOV, etc., and store and share them easily.

How to record series on Xfinity with iTop Screen Recorder:

Step 1. Download iTop Screen Recorder on you PC, install and launch it.

Step 2. Sign in with your Xfinity account and choose the program or live show you want to record. Set the recording area that you wish iTop Screen Recorder to capture. Then click REC to start recording.

Step 3. When it finishes, click the red square button to stop recording Xfinity.

Step 4. You can see the recordings in the Files tab, and choose to edit or share according to your needs. 

The steps listed here mostly explain how to record on Xfinity. If you want to record on Roku, the steps of how to record on Roku are the same.

How to Record on Xfinity Stream on Mobile 

If you have X1 or other Xfinity TV package with cloud-based DVR service, you can schedule DVR recordings through the Xfinity Stream app on your Apple or Android device. Just download the Xfinity Stream app from the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store or the Amazon Appstore and follow the guide to record Xfinity TV on your mobile.

Step 1. Open the Xfinity Stream app on your mobile. Tap the menu button (three stacked horizontal lines) on the top left.

Step 2. Select the program you want to record. Tap Record to schedule the recording. 

Step 3. To record a single episode, choose Just This Episode. To record the entire series, choose Set Series Recording. The Series Recording options display. Tap Confirm after adjusting the options.

Step 4. You'll see a confirmation saying Recording Set (for Apple) or Recording Scheduled (for Android).

The Bottom Line

Now you know everything about how to record Xfinity. Through this tutorial, you can easily and simply record Xfinity episodes on TV, PC, and mobile. Whether using a DVR or the more convenient and flexible screen recorder for PC - iTop Screen Recorder, you can record Xfinity videos for high-quality viewing. Download it and try it now!