# Handy Recorder PRO

> Professional audio recorder with advanced editing, effects, and cloud sharing for iOS. (iPhone/iPad app by ZOOM Corporation.)

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- Developer: [ZOOM Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/566291782)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 34 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Latin American Spanish
- Released: 2020-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-14
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handy-recorder-pro/id1523269680/reviews.md

## What is Handy Recorder PRO?

Handy Recorder PRO is an audio recording app with greatly expanded expandability.
In addition to the functions of the free version of Handy Recorder, it supports a File browser app and iOS standard sharing function to enhance the convenience of linking with other apps, various cloud services, and PCs.
As a unique new feature, we have added a "MOVIE" function that takes an audio track from a video, applies various effects such as EQ and reverb, and then merges it with the original video.

◇ Same high-quality sound recorder function as the free version
The HandyRecorder app allows you to record high-quality audio with your iOS device. Use it with a ZOOM iQ　series mic, which are designed to capture audio of the best quality with iOS devices, and record using the high-fidelity linear PCM and space-saving AAC formats. This app includes normalize and divide functions that can be used on recorded files. In addition, it has compressor, EQ and reverb effects. Moreover, you can directly upload your recordings from Handy Recorder to the iCloud and SoundCloud file-sharing site, allowing you to bring your creations to the world over the Internet. 

Features 
■ Stereo linear PCM and AAC recording
-You can record files using either high-quality linear PCM format or AAC format at a bit rate of 64, 128 or 160 kbps.
-The AUTO REC function can be used to start and stop recording automatically in response to the input signal level.

■ Works like a hardware recorder
-The operation screen was designed to simulate a ZOOM hardware Handy Recorder, so this app is as easy to operate as these products.

■ Effects 
-Recorded files can be processed using the included effects. 
•6 BAND EQ
•REVERB (ROOM, JAZZ CLUB, CONCERT HALL, ARENA, STADIUM)
•MASTERING (MAXIMIZE, ULTRA MAXIMIZE, CLEAR & POWER, WIDE, MONO)
-Pro+C8cessed recordings can also be saved as separate files. 
-Use the NORMALIZE function to optimize the volume.

■File editing
-In addition to deleting files, you can use the divide function to split files at the point that you want. 

■Uploading to Cloud Services
-The app includes a function that allows you to upload your recordings directly to the SoundCloud audio-sharing site. You can name your recordings and make sharing settings in the Handy Recorder app.
-iCloud drive is supported. Not only uploading selected file manually, but also “Auto Sync” function allows you to upload automatically soon after REC finished.

■Optimized for the iQ series
-By using the iQ5/iQ7 in MS recording mode, you can adjust the stereo width. 
-Select from three iQ5's AUTO GAIN settings (CONCERT, SOLO, MEETING) according to the application.* 
-Use the DIRECT MONITOR function to monitor the input signal through the headphones jack on the iQ series without latency 
-The left and right channels of the iQ series input signal can be reversed.* 
*These setting are saved in the iQ series mic itself and will be applied when using it with other apps. 

For more information, please visit our website. 
www.zoomcorp.com

## Key features

- High-quality stereo recording (PCM/AAC)
- EQ, reverb, and mastering effects
- File editing (normalize, divide)
- Cloud service uploads (SoundCloud, iCloud)
- Video audio track extraction and merging
- AUTO REC function

## Recent user reviews (10 of 34)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handy-recorder-pro/id1523269680/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 良アプリですがバグがあります

*2026-02-18*

FilesからSelectでファイルを複数選んでSHARE→iCloudやOthersでアップロードしても1つしかコピーされません。バグだと思いますので改善をお願いします。iPhoneでの使用です。

### 1/5 — USB  C

*2025-05-01*

Bitte anpassen an das am7, da dieses über USB C Anschluss verfügt, wie alle neueren Apple Geräte.
Das AM 7 funktioniert ja auch mit anderen Apps unter Apple. Insofern ist dies ein Programmierproblem!

### 1/5 — Soundcloud連携

*2025-02-09*

Sound cloudにアップロードする際、Soundcloudアカウントにログインできません(ログイン画面でループする)
同様のバグは無償版のHandyRecorderでも発生していたのですが、有償版のProで対策されているのかと思いきや未対応のまま…
何年間もバグを放置したままです。
せめて有償版では対応するか、対策できないならSoundcloud連携をメニューから消して欲しいわ
とても残念

### 5/5 — ムービー機能で固まります

*2025-02-03*

ムービー機能でイコライザーをかけた後、サーチングピーク0%で固まります。解決策を教示お願いします。

### 1/5 — Zoom am7 / IPhone 15 Pro Max

*2025-01-21*

Не поддерживает стерео запись😭

### 1/5 — Lot of wasted potential - terrible UI

*2024-09-07*

Please overwork this app as it has so much potential but it currently feels really crappy.  Like it was designed by a small start up with no ui designers involved or it was designed for the first iPhone.

Just some examples that drive me crazy:
- the mic connector sometimes is not properly connecting which leads to a mono recording. The app should warn you if the recording is in mono.
- once I put the mic in of course I want the activate the function „upside down“. Why hide this option somewhere deep in the settings? Either put it directly into the home menu or give an option that automatically activates it once a mic is connected.
- I have made over 30 recordings and now want to send the files to my computer for processing. But it is only possible to safe or share one recording at a time. Super frustrating.
- when I have listened to one recording and wanted to edit or delete it, I first have to click „select“ on the top but then my selection is gone and I have look for it again or remember the cryptic name
- and so on

### 1/5 — Miserable App, der es an simpelsten Basisfunktionen fehlt

*2024-04-07*

Als Besitzer von professionellen Zoom Recordern, wie zum Beispiel dem H5, hatte ich mir von dieser App eine professionelle Lösung erhofft, um das Zoom Mikrofon für iPhone zu nutzen. 
Die App erfüllt allerdings nicht die simpelsten Grundfunktionen. So werden in der Liste der aufgezeichneten Files nur die Dateinamen mit fortlaufender Nummerierung angezeigt. 
Es fehlen die Informationen über das Aufnahmedatum, den Aufnahmezeitpunkt und die Länge der Aufnahmen. So ist man binnen kürzester Zeit mit einem Sammelsurium von Dateien konfrontiert, die man nicht mehr zuordnen kann. Allein schon dieser Mangel macht die App eigentlich unbrauchbar.
Die Auflistung weiterer Mängel würde den Rahmen einer Rezession hier bei weitem sprengen.

### 5/5 — noise occurs when importing movie

*2024-01-30*

when importing movie videos pops and clicking noise occurs from the audio please update and fix this issue arigato

### 1/5 — Can’t set the recording level??!

*2023-11-08*

What’s like the very first thing you want to be able to do with a custom recording app?  How about turn off auto gain and manually set the recording level. Can this do that?  Well there’s a menu option “auto gain” but it just says unsupported function.

Pitiful, absolutely pitiful.

### 1/5 — Save $2 - use free version

*2023-05-20*

The “PRO” version does nothing useful over the free version. I was looking for auto gain control for the iQ7 microphone, but it turns out it’s not available for the iQ7 on *either* version of Handy Recorder.  It also doesn’t let you set the WAV sample rate, which would be  helpful.

## Frequently asked questions about Handy Recorder PRO

### What is Handy Recorder PRO?

Handy Recorder PRO is a paid audio recording application for iOS devices, offering high-quality sound recording, advanced editing functions, and various effects. It allows users to record in Linear PCM and AAC formats and process recordings with EQ, reverb, and mastering tools.

### How much does Handy Recorder PRO cost?

Handy Recorder PRO is a paid app priced at $1.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features without additional in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### What devices support Handy Recorder PRO?

Handy Recorder PRO is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is designed to run on iOS.

### What is the age rating for Handy Recorder PRO?

Handy Recorder PRO has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content restrictions.

### How often is Handy Recorder PRO updated?

The latest version of Handy Recorder PRO is 5.9.0, last updated on November 27, 2025. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates active development and support from ZOOM Corporation.

### Can Handy Recorder PRO record audio from videos?

Yes, Handy Recorder PRO features a unique "MOVIE" function that allows you to extract an audio track from a video, apply effects, and then merge it back with the original video. This expands its utility beyond simple audio recording.

### Does Handy Recorder PRO have ads?

No, Handy Recorder PRO does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.

### What are the main advantages of Handy Recorder PRO over the free version?

Handy Recorder PRO offers expanded functionality compared to the free version, including support for file browser apps and iOS standard sharing for easier linking with other apps, cloud services, and PCs. The addition of the "MOVIE" function is also a key differentiator.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.10.0 — 2026-09-11

Fixed an issue with the Files app support function.

### 5.9.0 — 2025-11-27

Uploading to Soundcloud was not possible. This has been fixed.

### 5.8.0 — 2025-09-11

Bug fixes.

### 5.7.0 — 2025-04-17

1. Trimming a file recorded when the File Name Style was Date/Time and saving it as a new file repeatedly would cause overwriting. This has been fixed.

2. The stereo width could not be adjusted for files recorded using the mid-side setting with an iQ7 connected when the File Name Style was Date/Time. This has been fixed.

3. The app could not be launched on certain devices, including the iPod touch (6th generation). This has been fixed.

4. Other minor issues have been fixed.

### 5.6.0 — 2024-12-17

When changing the playback position by pressing the FF button continuously, the app would sometimes crash. This has been fixed.

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