Comparison

Audio Recorder Software vs SoundShelf

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

Head to head
About

Audio Recorder Software

Features
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This is a simple and easy to use recording software, novel design, simple operation, whether it is study notes, class lectures, work meetings, life records, or legal evidence can be recorded with one click, convenient storage. Features: One-click recording - automatic storage to local, real-time storage to the cloud; Recording to text - Support instant audio and locally stored audio to enjoy the text transfer service, rapid recognition, high accuracy; Text editing - Translated text can also be edited and saved again, and voice real-time translation can also be performed; Recording cloud storage - Support cloud encryption storage, anti-loss, anti-error deletion, live recording synchronously uploaded to the cloud, recording files are never lost, not afraid of evidence deletion; File sharing - A variety of ways to quickly share and backup files, support QQ, wechat, mail, Baidu web disk and so on. Suitable for the crowd 1, civilian - all kinds of large and small meetings, one-click recording to text, easy to get the meeting minutes 2, business - business negotiation, cooperation and communication, the whole process of clear record, convenient sorting out key information 3, reporter - live interview, person interview, recording while turning text, output manuscript faster 4, students - class distraction missed, too late to remember important knowledge, recording and text to help you make up

About

SoundShelf

Organize and play your personal audio collection with custom tags, collections, and albums. Keep your files private on your device or in iCloud. Offers a free tier with an option to upgrade for unlimited tracks.

Highlights
  • Import audio files
  • Organize with tags and collections
  • Private iCloud storage
  • Full-screen and mini player
  • Cross-device sync
  • Recently deleted recovery
Features
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SoundShelf is a personal audio library built for listeners who want more than a streaming app. Import your own audio files and organize them exactly the way you think — with tags, subtags, collections, and albums. Everything stays on your device or in your private iCloud storage. IMPORT & ORGANIZE • Import any audio file from the Files app or any share sheet • Organize tracks with custom tags, subtags, collections, and albums • Search and filter tracks within any tag or collection • Archive tracks to hide them from your main library without deleting them PLAYBACK • Full-screen player with artwork, scrubbing, and playback controls • Persistent mini player while you browse your library • Play tracks from any view — library, tags, collections, or archive iCLOUD SYNC • Your library syncs automatically across your iPhone and iPad via iCloud • All content stays in your private iCloud storage — never shared or accessed by anyone else LIBRARY MANAGEMENT • Recently Deleted: recover tracks for up to 60 days before they're permanently removed • Archive: a separate space for tracks you want to keep but not see every day • Customizable accent colors to make the app your own SOUNDSHELF PREMIUM Start free with up to 4 tracks. Upgrade to Premium for the full experience. • Monthly — unlimited tracks, billed monthly, cancel anytime • Lifetime — one-time purchase, unlimited tracks forever SoundShelf is designed for personal use. Only import audio you own or have the legal right to use. Terms of Use: https://sound-shelf-marketing-site.vercel.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://sound-shelf-marketing-site.vercel.app/privacy

Screenshots

Audio Recorder Software4 screens
SoundShelf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SoundShelf at none against Audio Recorder Software's shown. SoundShelf also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months). Audio Recorder Software's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.4). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Audio Recorder Software sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and SoundShelf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Audio Recorder Software ships an update every 4 months, SoundShelf every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Audio Recorder Software versus SoundShelf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAudio Recorder SoftwareSoundShelf
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.4
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB226 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChangsha yuanli network technology co. LTD.Mukuwa Baffoe

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Audio Recorder Software

One-time7
  • 1个月VIP$5.99
  • 1G云空间$5.99
  • "2G云空间"$8.00
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  • "3G云空间"$10.00
  • 3个月VIP$12.00
  • 6个月VIP$18.00
  • 1年VIP$24.00
2 purchases

SoundShelf

Subscriptions1
  • SoundShelf Premium$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • SoundShelf Premium - Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Audio Recorder Software free?
Audio Recorder Software is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SoundShelf free?
SoundShelf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Audio Recorder Software or SoundShelf have ads?
Audio Recorder Software shows ads; SoundShelf does not.
Which is updated more often, Audio Recorder Software or SoundShelf?
Audio Recorder Software ships an update every 4 months, and SoundShelf every 10 days. Most recently, Audio Recorder Software was updated on October 26, 2026 and SoundShelf on October 31, 2026.

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