Comparison

Singing Machine Karaoke vs Pro Microphone

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

Head to head
About

Singing Machine Karaoke

Access a vast library of karaoke songs to sing along to, either by pairing with a compatible machine or using the app independently. Enjoy free monthly songs, or subscribe for unlimited access to thousands of hits across various genres. Customize your singing experience and even register your karaoke machine.

Highlights
  • Access over 40,000 karaoke songs
  • New songs added weekly
  • Browse by genre, artist, decade, or lyrics
  • Pair with compatible karaoke machines
  • Cast videos to TV
  • Queue up to 100 songs
  • Register your karaoke machine
Features
Currently charting
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Sing your heart out with Singing Machine Karaoke powered by Stingray Karaoke. Pair the app with your Singing Machine for the ultimate karaoke experience. Enjoy a selection of free songs or unlock thousands of hits with an in-app subscription. YOU WANT IT? WE HAVE IT! • Choose from over 100,000 karaoke songs in 38+ languages • New tracks added every week • Browse by popular songs, artists, or decade • Huge catalog across pop, rock, R&B, hip-hop, country, Latin, Disney and more CHOOSE YOUR PLAN • Start with 5 free songs of your choice • Explore the catalog and discover your favorites • Upgrade anytime for unlimited karaoke fun QUICK AND EASY: Ready, set, sing! • Start the party with ready-made mixes • Connect via Bluetooth to amplify music with compatible Singing Machines (audio only) • Cast videos to your TV SING IT YOUR WAY: Customize your experience • Queue up to 100 of your favorite songs for nonstop karaoke fun • Browse and add songs directly from your phone without stopping the party • Sing solo or with lead vocals • Elevate the vibe with stunning backgrounds that set the stage • Enjoy special party mixes perfect for every moment • Have everyone connect their own devices to browse the catalog and add songs to the queue in real-time, no app download needed Privacy Policy: http://www.stingray.com/en/privacy-policy Terms and conditions: http://www.stingray.com/en/terms-and-conditions For more information visit www.singingmachine.com *Number of songs varies by territory

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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)
Features
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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

Screenshots

Singing Machine Karaoke4 screens
Pro Microphone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Singing Machine Karaoke at 4.6 against Pro Microphone's 3.7. Singing Machine Karaoke also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 13%) and chart position (#150 vs unranked). Pro Microphone's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Singing Machine Karaoke sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Singing Machine Karaoke holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.3K and 8.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Singing Machine Karaoke's written reviews are positive against 13% of Pro Microphone's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Singing Machine Karaoke ships an update every 3 months, Pro Microphone every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Singing Machine Karaoke versus Pro Microphone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSinging Machine KaraokePro Microphone
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (3.3K ratings) — better3.7 (8.4K ratings)
Positive reviews44.1% of reviews — better12.9% of reviews
Number of ratings3.3K8.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#150 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB192 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperStingray Group Inc.AmplifyIT

Customer experience

Singing Machine Karaoke

All ratings3,305 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral4.1%
Negative7.0%
Written reviews179 reviews
Positive44.1%
Neutral7.8%
Negative48.0%

Pro Microphone

All ratings8,431 ratings
Positive65.6%
Neutral5.2%
Negative29.2%
Written reviews627 reviews
Positive12.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative83.3%

User reviews

Singing Machine Karaoke

From 3.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎤 Great for karaoke parties
  • 🎶 Diverse song selection
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🎉 Brings family/friends together

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription fees
  • 🔒 Limited free songs
  • 🔇 Songs only play 30-second samples without subscription
  • 🤖 Buggy app with frequent crashes

Pro Microphone

From 8.4K App Store ratings

What 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

Singing Machine Karaoke

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App frequently crashes or freezes
  • Connectivity issues between app and karaoke machine
  • Subscription issues with unexpected charges

Requested features

4 requests
  • Display lyrics on TV screen
  • More recent/popular song options
  • Ability to purchase individual songs
  • Better integration between app and karaoke machine

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

7 purchases

Singing Machine Karaoke

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Rising Star: Monthly$14.991 Month
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  • Monthly3 variants$14.991 Month
  • Monthly1 Month trial$14.991 Month
  • Monthly3 Months trial$14.991 Month
One-time1
  • Shining Star: 2 Days$9.99
9 purchases

Pro Microphone

Subscriptions6
  • 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
One-time3
  • Loops + Backing Tracks$9.99
  • 1 Year Subscription$19.99
  • Full Pack + No Ads$19.99

Questions

Is Singing Machine Karaoke free?
Singing Machine Karaoke is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pro Microphone free?
Pro Microphone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Singing Machine Karaoke or Pro Microphone?
Singing Machine Karaoke is rated higher. Singing Machine Karaoke averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Pro Microphone averages 3.7 from 8.4K ratings.
Do Singing Machine Karaoke or Pro Microphone have ads?
Both Singing Machine Karaoke and Pro Microphone show ads.
Which is updated more often, Singing Machine Karaoke or Pro Microphone?
Singing Machine Karaoke ships an update every 3 months, and Pro Microphone every 2 weeks. Most recently, Singing Machine Karaoke was updated on November 10, 2026 and Pro Microphone on November 11, 2026.

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