VocaLive CS vs Pro Microphone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VocaLive CS
This app provides singers with 12 professional real-time vocal effects, including pitch correction and reverb. It offers practice tools, a 2-track recorder, and the ability to sing along to music with vocal removal. Additional features like microphone emulations and a looper are available through in-app purchases.
- 12 real-time professional vocal effects
- 4-processor effects chain with presets
- Voice Cancel for sing-along tracks
- 2-track recorder (expandable)
- Mic Room microphone emulations
- 4-track looper
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VocaLive provides singers and vocalists with a suite of 12 real-time professional vocal effects, along with a range of tools to help you practice, sing and record. The effects can be combined into a chain of 4 processors and saved as presets. A collection of 55 presets is included to get you up and running immediately. VocaLive CS for iPhone comes with the Reverb effect, and upon registration the Double effect is unlocked. You can add 10 additional effects à la carte from a selection that includes Pitch Fix (for tuning or stylized FX), Choir, Morph, De-Esser, Delay, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Chorus, Phazer and Envelope Filter. Together these effects provide unparalleled creative processing power. With VocaLive you can process your voice, sing along to any song in your iTunes Music library — its Voice Cancel feature lets you remove existing vocals — and warm up with helpful vocal warm-up tools. Use the new 2-track recorder to sing over backing tracks, or expand the studio section (available via in-app purchase) to record whole songs. With the optional Mic Room feature, VocaLive also gives you the sound and color of 20 classic and modern studio microphone emulations, for even more control over your vocal tone. Ready to perform? VocaLive’s new Live Mode offers an optimized GUI specifically for live use. See your entire chain at a glance, with all the settings and controls you need in an easy-to-read format designed for the stage. Plus VocaLive offers an optional 4-track looper to easily create songs, harmonies and more on the fly. For best quality, use VocaLive with IK’s iRig Mic range of microphones, from handheld to studio condenser mic. Or connect your favorite 3rd party mic using our iRig Pre interfaces. But you can also have fun with it and record quick ideas using the built-in microphone on your iPhone or earbuds. Control your virtual rig just as easily as you would a traditional vocal multiFX with new iRig Stomp I/O integration, so you can change presets, control effects and more right from your feet. Or go wireless with iRig Blueboard, a wireless Bluetooth controller for basic control on the go. VocaLive also supports Core Audio and Core MIDI so you can use any compatible third-party interface or MIDI controller, and Audiobus and Inter-App Audio compatible, letting you use it alongside your favorite recording or songwriting apps. VocaLive CS for iPhone features: • Real time vocal processor + recording app • 4-processor vocal effects chain • 12 professional studio-quality effects available - 2 included • Mic Room microphone with 20 classic and modern studio mic emulations* • Includes metronome and vocal warm-up tools • 4-track looper section* • 2-track recorder (expandable to a full 8-track recording studio*) • Import and play songs directly from your Music library or computer • Voice Cancel lets you create sing-along backing tracks by removing the vocal track from existing recordings • Simultaneous multi-track recording • Studio section (included with Recorder) with waveform visualization and editing, touch-and-drag looping, normalization, punch-in/punch-out recording, simultaneous multi-track recording support and more • AutoFreeze (allows each track to have its own full effects chain) • Live Mode shows you your entire rig at a glance, with all the parameters you need on stage easily accessible • 55 presets included with 4 Favorites for fast recall • MIDI controllable and with built-in integration for iRig Stomp I/O, iRig Blueboard and other controllers • Audiobus & Inter-App Audio support • Full version available * available via in-app purchase IMPORTANT: AmpliTube users can add the effects processors from VocaLive to their AmpliTube app using the “Restore my purchases” option in the in-app menu. For more information: www.ikmultimedia.com/vocaliveiphone Accessories information: www.ikmultimedia.com
Pro Microphone
Enhance your voice with a variety of studio-quality microphones and effects. Record songs, practice singing, or perform karaoke with features like looping, equalization, and backing tracks. Unlock advanced tools and more microphones with the PRO version.
- Multiple microphone types with unique sound effects
- Voice recording and looping capabilities
- Built-in metronome
- Equalizer and mix features
- Backing track support
- AI noise reduction (PRO version)
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For beginner singers or those who want to be heard - Pro Microphone. Make your voice sound louder! Such an awesome tool for rehearsal or singing exercises, for concerts or karaoke parties. Sing and save all of your songs and choose different mics to match your mood! Professional studio microphone which is always with you. VARIOUS MIC TYPES - Dynamic, stage, valve, condenser and others; - Each of them has its own sound effects! - Detailed information about each mic with its frequency response. SPEAK, SING, RECORD - Recordings and loops with multiple slots; - Your own backing tracks; - Equalizer and automatic saves; - Metronome, just not to rush and enjoy it ;) ... And that's not all! Just check it! It's your time to shine and show your hidden talents! Focus everybody's attention on you with the Pro Microphone. PLEASE NOTE! Some features are only available in the PRO version. Free version provides: access to 3 microphones (studio microphone, simple dynamic microphone, stage microphone), 3 audio tracks, equalizer with limitations, looper equalizer with limitations, mix and delay features Features of the PRO version only: multitrack mixing and recording, audio voice correction and all studio microphones, audio effects and AI noise reduction, multitrack looper and sampler, adding backing tracks from any source, reverberation https://amplify-it.com/privacy https://amplify-it.com/tos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: VocaLive CS at none against Pro Microphone's shown. VocaLive CS also leads on review sentiment (39% vs 13%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Pro Microphone's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. VocaLive CS sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Pro Microphone sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
VocaLive CS ships an update every 8 months, Pro Microphone every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | VocaLive CS | Pro Microphone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.7 (8.4K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 39.5% of reviews — better | 12.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 8.4K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 192 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | IK Multimedia US, LLC | AmplifyIT |
Customer experience
VocaLive CS
Pro Microphone
User reviews
VocaLive CS
From App Store reviewsWhat we love
- 🎤 Powerful vocal effects
- 💾 Ability to record and save songs
- 📤 Option to email recorded tracks
- 🎶 Works well with external mics like iRig
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Confusing user interface
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🚫 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Pro Microphone
From 8.4K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great sound quality
- 👍 Variety of microphone options
- 💡 Useful for recording vocals
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive interface
- 🚫 Limited functionality in free version
- 🙄 Aggressive advertising and upselling
Bugs and requests
VocaLive CS
Reported bugs
4 issues- Recording quality issues with certain devices
- Effects not working as expected after updates
- Inability to delete recorded tracks
- Login/registration problems
Requested features
4 requests- Add wireless support for headphones/mics
- Improve song export and sharing options
- Provide better documentation and tutorials
- Implement regular app updates and bug fixes
Pro Microphone
Reported bugs
4 issues- Recordings getting corrupted
- Inability to cancel subscriptions
- App freezing on launch
- Microphone not working properly
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to delete and organize recordings
- More advanced audio editing tools
- Longer free trial period
- Clearer pricing and subscription options
In-app purchases
VocaLive CS
- Delay$4.99
- Parametric Equalizer$4.99
- Compressor$4.99
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- Pitch Fix$5.99
- Choir$5.99
- Morph$5.99
- Mic Pack$14.99
- Recorder$19.99
- Recorder + Studio$24.99
- All FX Pack$24.99
Pro Microphone
- Karaoke microphone for singing3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Voice changer & Song maker1 Month trial$11.991 Month
- 12 Months Subscription Sale$14.491 Year
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- Voice Changer & Song Maker3 Days trial$24.991 Month
- Vocal recorder and tuner3 Days trial2 variants$29.993 Months
- 12 Months Subscription$69.991 Year
- Loops + Backing Tracks$9.99
- 1 Year Subscription$19.99
- Full Pack + No Ads$19.99
Questions
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Is Pro Microphone free?
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