A microphone is a common device used in functions, or while creating media of any kind where you need to record your voice. A microphone is usually included in most consumer devices like phones, laptops, etc. But those are pretty low-quality microphones(especially the ones in computers). A phone generally has a much better mic for calling. For most professional purposes, you need a separate microphone that connects to your computer via USB. Those come in a range of options and types.
But sometimes, you just need to create a short recording and don’t want to buy a new piece of hardware for a one-time thing. In that case, there are apps that let you use your phone microphone to record audio for other purposes. If you’re looking for such an app, here are the best microphone apps on Android and iOS.
App details below were read from each store listing on 4 November 2026. BFWR has not measured audio quality or latency, so the notes describe what each app offers rather than how well it performs.
| App | What it does | Platform | Google Play rating | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO Mic | Phone as a computer microphone | Android, iOS | 3.3 | 15 Sep 2026 |
| EZ Microphone | Phone as a computer microphone | Android | 2.5 | 18 Oct 2026 |
| Megaphone | Voice through a speaker | iOS | n/a | n/a |
| Pro Microphone | Recording and karaoke effects | Android, iOS | 3.8 | 22 Oct 2026 |
Microphone Apps on Android and iOS
1. Wo Mic (Android, iOS)
Wo Mic is a pretty interesting app that lets you use your phone’s microphone to record audio on your PC. Of course, you can record an audio file on your phone and transfer it to your PC, but Wo Mic is much more convenient than that. You also have to install the 2 desktop apps. Once you do that, you can record audio on your phone and it will be streamed live to your PC. Its site says it can connect over USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct on Android, but only Wi-Fi on iOS, so pick your connection accordingly. It is free with ads and in-app purchases.
2. EZ Microphone (Android)
EZ Microphone does a similar job. Its listing says it streams your voice from an Android phone to a Windows PC or a Mac over Wi-Fi or a USB cable. Note the low 2.5 rating on Google Play, so try it before relying on it. Its older App Store listing no longer loads, so treat it as Android only.
3. Megaphone (iOS)
Megaphone is a very different app from the 2 above. With this app, you can connect your phone to an external speaker, and use the app to turn your phone into a megaphone. The app will play the audio via the external speakers. The external speaker can be connected via the headphone jack or the USB/Lightning port on your phone. Megaphone is free but has a Pro mode. The Pro version adds new features like the ability to use Bluetooth speakers.
4. Pro Microphone (Android, iOS)
Pro Microphone is more of a conventional microphone app with a few features. You can record audio with various sound effects, the ability to add a delay, and has a music equaliser. It can be used for karaoke and other things. It is free with ads but also has in-app purchases.
Removed from this guide
- Simple Voice Recorder and the Android version of Megaphone: their Google Play listings now return a 404. Your phone’s built-in recorder covers simple voice notes.
Updated 4 November 2026: re-checked every store listing, removed apps that are no longer available, and corrected the WO Mic and EZ Microphone details.
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