Comparison

Reverse Audio vs Microphone Live

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Reverse Audio

Record audio from your microphone and play it back forwards or in reverse. Adjust playback speed and pitch for creative sound manipulation. Import audio files from other apps and save your creations for later access.

Highlights
  • Record audio
  • Reverse playback
  • Adjust playback rate
  • Modify pitch
  • Import audio files
  • Save audio files
Currently charting
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Record, listen, and reverse your audio with just a tap! Easily record audio from your microphone and play it back forwards or in reverse. How it works: 1. Record sound using your device’s microphone 2. Play the recorded audio normally or reverse it for a unique listening experience Perfect for fun, creative projects, or audio experimentation! When playing audio, you can change - playback rate (Range: x0.5 to x2.0) - pitch by a half tone (Range: -2 octave to +2 octave) This app can import an audio file from other apps by share action or from Files app. Supported files: wav, mp3, mp4, m4a, aifc, aiff, caf, flac Saved audio files are also accessible from Files app: Files app -> On My iPhone/iPad -> Reverse Play -> Audio Enjoy! If you have suggestions to improve, just rewrite a review. I will do my best!

About

Microphone Live

Transform your device into a mobile recording studio. Capture and edit any sound with a variety of microphones, multi-track recording, and real-time pitch and effects. Features include noise cancellation, a beat library, and Apple Watch integration.

Highlights
  • Multi-track recording
  • Real-time pitch changer
  • Audio effects (EQ, reverb, delay)
  • Noise cancellation
  • Beat library
  • Apple Watch support
  • Audiobus support
Features
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Mobile recording studio in your hands. Use your device as a real microphone to record and edit any sound you want! ◆ THIS SOUND STUDIO INCLUDES: • Various microphones with original sound and specifications • Up to 10 tracks recording: each sound on its own place • Notes for lyrics with auto scroll • Pop Filter for removing unwanted overtones • Audio signal’s visualization: too loud - red alert • Volume mixer • Simple audio editor: fast editing without any other apps • Real-time pitch changer • 2x volume booster & amplifier ◆ FEATURES WHICH MAKE THIS APP THE ONE YOU NEED • Possibility to add multiple files to one track • Increased allowed length of audio files • All editing tools: copy, paste, cut, reverse easily • Undo and redo functions can be applied to a single track or entire project • Select audio files and drag the edges to change size • Easily move your audio and transfer it between tracks • Duplication in headphones: you can clearly hear what you’re recording • Active noise cancellation during recording • Built-in mic’s recording choice: bottom, front or rear • 3D surround effect • Demo tracks: try all features • Unlimited audio recording: only HQ • iTunes / Files uploads: add any sound from your library • Projects saving: come back to recording anytime • Informative knowledge base for exploring the various functions of the app ◆ UNDOUBTEDLY COOL AUDIO EFFECTS • 12 bands equalizer with presets • Reverb + a bunch of «spaces» presets • Delay • Compressor • Destroyer • Pitch & Speed • Choir effect • Stereo Expander ◆ ULTIMATE BEAT LIBRARY A large library of constantly updated beats and sounds with different selections and popular music genres. Here you will find various instrumentals for your improvisations and singing, as well as voice-overs, podcasts, meditations, etc. ◆ ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES We're making our Microphone Live app more inclusive and comfortable for everyone, and now we have: • VoiceOver Support Confident and intuitive navigation with spoken interface feedback. • Voice Control Integration Hands-free recording and app control using only voice. ◆ APPLE WATCH SUPPORT • Remote recording & playback control Start, stop, and control playback directly from your wrist—manage recordings on your iPhone remotely without ever touching it, keeping your hands completely free. • Remote metronome control Manage metronome settings directly from your wrist. Audiobus support: Now you can stream live audio directly to other Audiobus-compatible apps! Fast and easy way to record, edit and boost audio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Some features of the application are available by subscription. * Subscription: Get access to all premium features of the app. * You can turn off the auto-renewal at any time: you'll find the option to do this change to a different payment plan in the settings of your iTunes and App Store account. * The first time you can try the free trial for 3 days. After that, your account will be automatically charged for the subscription if you will not stop it before the end of the free trial. * The length of the subscription is 1 month, this subscription is auto-renewing. You can stop the subscription at any moment; * Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the and of the current period, and identity the cost of the renewal. Before you subscribe please read: Terms Of Use (https://shorturl.at/VFeKX) Privacy Policy (https://shorturl.at/FsZOG)

Screenshots

Reverse Audio4 screens
Microphone Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

Reverse Audio and Microphone Live both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of Reverse Audio's written reviews are positive against 50% of Microphone Live's. Reverse Audio also leads on chart position (#51 vs unranked) and ratings volume (40K vs 6.9K). Microphone Live's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Reverse Audio sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Microphone Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Reverse Audio against 4.6 for Microphone Live. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reverse Audio has 40K ratings behind it against 6.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Reverse Audio's written reviews are positive against 50% of Microphone Live's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reverse Audio ships an update every 2 months, Microphone Live every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Reverse Audio versus Microphone Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReverse AudioMicrophone Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (40K ratings) — better4.6 (6.9K ratings)
Positive reviews87.6% of reviews — better49.8% of reviews
Number of ratings40K — better6.9K
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#51 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNobutaka YuasaArpenik Katikyan

Customer experience

Reverse Audio

All ratings37,655 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews1,419 reviews
Positive87.6%
Neutral4.4%
Negative8.0%

Microphone Live

All ratings6,916 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral4.3%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews263 reviews
Positive49.8%
Neutral11.4%
Negative38.8%

User reviews

Reverse Audio

From 40K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🤩 Fun and entertaining
  • 🎉 Excellent audio quality
  • 💯 Works as expected
  • 🔍 Useful for finding hidden messages

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🔊 Distorted audio in reverse playback
  • 🔒 Cannot import external audio files

Microphone Live

From 6.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Awesome app
  • 👍 Great for creating music
  • 🎨 Helpful for small details
  • 💡 Feels professional when creating music

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Recording issues with Bluetooth headphones
  • 🐛 Glitchy, crashes, and loses data
  • 🔇 Can't hear myself while recording
  • 🔇 Voice sounds static or muffled

Bugs and requests

Reverse Audio

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Recording not playing back in reverse
  • Cannot save or share reversed recordings

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add ability to import audio files
  • Implement more audio manipulation options
  • Provide video reverse playback

Microphone Live

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Recordings not saving properly
  • App kicks out when trying to name songs
  • Projects disappearing and needing reset
  • Popping/crackling noises during recording

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add language options
  • Allow uploading own audio files
  • Improve voice manipulation capabilities
  • Add undo/redo for editing
  • Allow shifting recordings to align perfectly
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  • Provide more ways to save/export recordings

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Reverse Audio

One-time5
  • Small Coffee$1.99
  • Medium Coffee$2.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
Show 2 more
  • Large Coffee$4.99
  • Barista Special$9.99
2 purchases

Microphone Live

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Microphone & Recorder3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Mic Recorder - Get Premium3 Days trial2 variants$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Reverse Audio free?
Reverse Audio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Microphone Live free?
Microphone Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Reverse Audio or Microphone Live?
Reverse Audio is rated higher. Reverse Audio averages 4.7 out of 5 from 40K ratings, while Microphone Live averages 4.6 from 6.9K ratings.
Do Reverse Audio or Microphone Live have ads?
Reverse Audio shows ads; Microphone Live does not.
Which is updated more often, Reverse Audio or Microphone Live?
Reverse Audio ships an update every 2 months, and Microphone Live every 2 weeks. Most recently, Reverse Audio was updated on November 8, 2026 and Microphone Live on November 7, 2026.

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