# Voice Recorder & Notes Pro vs Audio Editor

The clearest difference is rating: Voice Recorder & Notes Pro at 4.6 against Audio Editor's 4.3. Voice Recorder & Notes Pro also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 69%) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Voice Recorder & Notes Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $16.99 per month and Audio Editor sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Voice Recorder & Notes Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13K and 12K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Voice Recorder & Notes Pro's written reviews are positive against 69% of Audio Editor's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Voice Recorder & Notes Pro | Audio Editor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-recorder-and-notes-pro/id492995106/reviews)** | [4.3 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-editor-recording-studio/id1475947965/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13K** | 12K |
| Positive reviews | **80.7% of reviews** | 69.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 154 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Linfei Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/441500559) | [Giant Brains](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475947964) |

## What reviewers say

### Voice Recorder & Notes Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-recorder-and-notes-pro/id492995106)

Record and transcribe voice notes with advanced editing and management features. Offers multiple recording modes, including voice-activated and preset time, along with robust audio manipulation tools. Secure your recordings with a passcode and easily share or upload them to cloud services.

**Highlights:** Real-time transcription, Multiple recording modes, Advanced audio editing, Passcode protection, Cloud storage integration, Multiple audio formats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $16.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent recording quality
- 🚀 Seamless recording experience
- 💡 Useful features like transcription and speed adjustment
- 🔒 Secure storage of recordings
- 📱 Works well across devices (iPhone, Apple Watch)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficult to find certain features or settings
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔇 Issues with Bluetooth connectivity and microphone compatibility

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings sometimes disappear or are lost
- Sync issues between iPhone and Apple Watch
- Transcription feature often produces inaccurate results

**Requested features**

- Allow editing and trimming of recordings within the app
- Provide more customization options for the interface
- Add support for local file storage and sharing
- Improve the transcription accuracy and features


### Audio Editor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-editor-recording-studio/id1475947965)

Easily edit audio files on your device, from cutting and pasting to adding professional effects. Record new audio, enhance voice notes, and mix music like a pro. Share your creations or save them for later use.

**Highlights:** Audio cutting and pasting, Professional audio recording, Add music effects, Save and download mixes, Adjust recording quality, Share creations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Audio Editor: Weekly Plan. | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Audio Editor: Monthly Plan. | $9.99 | per month |
| Lite Monthly Trial | $14.99 | per month |
| Lite Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Audio Editor: Yearly Plan. | $49.99 | per year |
| Lite Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Lite Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Helpful for creating music
- 🎶 Good audio quality
- 🤖 Useful AI features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free features
- 🤑 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Glitches and crashes
- 🤯 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- Recording cuts off unexpectedly
- Inability to delete pre-loaded audio
- Frequent prompts to leave a review

**Requested features**

- Allow importing custom audio
- More editing tools and controls
- Background playback during recording
- Save and export options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Voice Recorder & Notes Pro free?

Voice Recorder & Notes Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Audio Editor free?

Audio Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Voice Recorder & Notes Pro or Audio Editor?

Voice Recorder & Notes Pro is rated higher. Voice Recorder & Notes Pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Audio Editor averages 4.3 from 12K ratings.

### Do Voice Recorder & Notes Pro or Audio Editor have ads?

Neither Voice Recorder & Notes Pro nor Audio Editor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Voice Recorder & Notes Pro or Audio Editor?

Voice Recorder & Notes Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and Audio Editor every 3 weeks. Most recently, Voice Recorder & Notes Pro was updated on October 28, 2026 and Audio Editor on October 28, 2026.

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