Comparison

Voice Control Set Up vs Recorder for iPhone

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

Head to head
About

Voice Control Set Up

This application allows parents to activate the voice control feature on compatible eKids karaoke machines. The activation process is a one-time setup, after which the app is no longer required to use the voice control functionality.

Highlights
  • Activate voice control on eKids karaoke machines
  • One-time setup process
  • No longer needed after activation
  • Simple step-by-step guidance
Features
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Use this Voice Control Set Up App to activate the Voice Control button on your eKids karaoke machine in a few simple steps. By default, the Voice Control button on certain karaoke machines is shipped needing activation before use. This allows parents to decide whether or not to activate the feature on their product. Use of the App to activate the Voice Control button is one-time only. Once permission has been granted, and the Voice Control feature has been activated, the App is no longer needed to enjoy your product. Just press the Voice Control button on your karaoke machine whenever you want to use the feature. Questions? Visit www.ekids.com

About

Recorder for iPhone

Capture audio with a variety of formats and organize it into folders. Edit recordings with trimming and merging tools, and share them easily. Transcribe your voice memos into text for quick reference and accessibility.

Highlights
  • Multiple audio formats (MP3, M4A, AIFC, WAV)
  • Folder organization
  • Trim, cut, and merge recordings
  • Instant voice transcription
  • Easy sharing and export
  • Searchable recordings
Features
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Experience seamless voice recording with Recorder for iPhone. Our sleek, modern design simplifies capturing personal notes, lectures, meetings, interviews, and more. Plus, unlock our Transcribe feature for effortless transcription of your recordings, aiding language learning and enhancing accessibility. Exciting features: 1. Simple Recording: - Choose from MP3, M4A, AIFC, WAV formats. - Organize recordings into folders for easy access. 2. Easy Playback: - Search for recordings quickly. - Navigate easily with 5-second jumps. 3. Effortless Editing: - Trim, cut, and merge recordings with precision. - Rename and tag recordings. - Convert to various formats. 4. Seamless Sharing & Export: - Share via AirDrop, Mail, Messages, Dropbox, etc. - Export to files for easy access. 5. Transcribe Voice Recordings (New): - Instant, accurate transcriptions. - Save time with automated transcription. - Access recordings in text format for effortless reference. Subscription Details: - Weekly Subscription: $4.99/week. - Monthly Subscription: $9.99/month (with free trial). - Yearly Subscription: $32.99/year. Subscriptions are auto-renewing. Price is shown in the Purchase pane at purchase time. Payment charged at confirmation/end of Free Trial Period. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. Unused free trial period forfeited upon subscription purchase. Privacy Policy: https://voicememo.co/privacy-policy.html Terms: https://voicememo.co/terms-of-use.html EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Voice Control Set Up4 screens
Recorder for iPhone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Recorder for iPhone at 4.4 against Voice Control Set Up's 2.5. Recorder for iPhone also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (3K vs 18). Voice Control Set Up's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. Recorder for iPhone sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Voice Control Set Up asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Recorder for iPhone holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Recorder for iPhone has 3K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Voice Control Set Up's written reviews are positive against 30% of Recorder for iPhone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Voice Control Set Up ships an update every 12 months, Recorder for iPhone monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Voice Control Set Up versus Recorder for iPhone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVoice Control Set UpRecorder for iPhone
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (18 ratings)4.4 (3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews30.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings183K — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB174 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKIDdesigns, Inc.GREEN DYGITAL CONSULTING LLP

Customer experience

Voice Control Set Up

All ratings18 ratings
Positive38.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative55.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%

Recorder for iPhone

All ratings2,973 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral5.3%
Negative11.4%
Written reviews102 reviews
Positive30.4%
Neutral3.9%
Negative65.7%

Bugs and requests

Voice Control Set Up

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Recorder for iPhone

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Fails to record calls
  • Inability to transfer files between devices
  • Frequent crashes and freezes

Requested features

3 requests
  • Seamless Dropbox integration
  • Ability to record multiple callers
  • Improved file management and export options

In-app purchases

None

Voice Control Set Up

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Recorder for iPhone

Subscriptions3
  • Voice Recorder "SUPER"3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Voice Recorder3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Voice Recorder "POPULAR"3 Days trial$32.991 Year

Questions

Is Voice Control Set Up free?
Voice Control Set Up is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Recorder for iPhone free?
Recorder for iPhone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Voice Control Set Up or Recorder for iPhone?
Recorder for iPhone is rated higher. Voice Control Set Up averages 2.5 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Recorder for iPhone averages 4.4 from 3K ratings.
Do Voice Control Set Up or Recorder for iPhone have ads?
Recorder for iPhone shows ads; Voice Control Set Up does not.
Which is updated more often, Voice Control Set Up or Recorder for iPhone?
Voice Control Set Up ships an update every 12 months, and Recorder for iPhone monthly. Most recently, Voice Control Set Up was updated on November 2, 2026 and Recorder for iPhone on November 7, 2026.

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