# SimpleMic vs 360 Writer

SimpleMic and 360 Writer both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of SimpleMic's written reviews are positive against 61% of 360 Writer's. SimpleMic also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). 360 Writer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SimpleMic sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and 360 Writer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for SimpleMic against 4.6 for 360 Writer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.7K and 911 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of SimpleMic's written reviews are positive against 61% of 360 Writer's.

SimpleMic ships an update every 2 months, 360 Writer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SimpleMic | 360 Writer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplemic/id546037865/reviews) | **[4.6 (911 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/360-writer-voice-recorder/id1008197697/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 911 |
| Positive reviews | **79.6% of reviews** | 61.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Velocity Raptor Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/296937260) | [App Toro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1003781256) |

## What reviewers say

### SimpleMic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplemic/id546037865)

Capture high-quality audio with this elegant iPhone recorder. Features gesture-based controls, multiple recording modes like sound-activated and no-motion activated, and seamless iCloud sync for easy access across devices. Manage, tag, and share your recordings effortlessly.

**Highlights:** Gesture-based user interface, Sound Activated recording mode, No Motion Activated recording mode, Record on Start option, iCloud Drive sync, Tagging and notes for recordings, Comprehensive sharing and uploading

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Finer Things Color Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Planetary Color Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Great sound quality
- 📱 Seamless Apple Watch integration
- 🔒 Secure recordings
- 🎨 Simple and clean interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Limited features without paid upgrade
- 🔇 No stereo recording on iPhone
- 🤔 Unclear where recordings are stored
- 🤖 Unreliable watch app functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Recordings stop unexpectedly during calls
- Playback issues when device goes to sleep
- Renaming files in iCloud doesn't sync back to app

**Requested features**

- Add ability to record in layers or tracks
- Include audio waveform visualization
- Allow recordings to be shared without paid upgrade
- Implement a complication for quick access from Apple Watch


### 360 Writer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/360-writer-voice-recorder/id1008197697)

Record and transcribe audio from meetings, lectures, and phone calls. Organize, search, and share your recordings and notes easily. Features include unlimited recording, smart editing, and various export options.

**Highlights:** Unlimited audio and call recording, AI-powered transcription, Smart editor for transcripts, Organize and search recordings, Export and share via cloud services, Background recording and playback

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Call Recording: Weekly Plan | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Lite Transcription Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Call Recording: Monthly Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Call Recording: Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Basic Transcription Plan | $10.99 | per month |
| Pro Transcription Plan | $24.99 | per month |
| Call Recording: Yearly Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| Call Recording: Yearly Plan | $89.99 | per year |
| Pro Version | $8.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent recording quality
- 📝 Useful note-taking features
- 🎨 Attractive and user-friendly design
- ⏱️ Efficient transcription capabilities
- 🔍 Helpful for various use cases (meetings, lectures, interviews)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable recording/transcription (drops calls, inaccurate transcripts)
- 💰 Expensive subscription model with hidden fees
- 🔒 Privacy concerns regarding data collection
- 🔧 Buggy app with frequent crashes and errors
- ⏱️ Slow or unresponsive customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to open or start recording
- Recordings not saving or disappearing
- Transcription service not working as expected
- Compatibility issues with certain devices or OS versions

**Requested features**

- Continuous playback of recordings
- Ability to delete individual recordings on Apple Watch
- Improved syncing and file management across devices
- More transparent pricing and subscription options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SimpleMic free?

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

### Is 360 Writer free?

360 Writer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SimpleMic or 360 Writer?

360 Writer is rated higher. SimpleMic averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while 360 Writer averages 4.6 from 911 ratings.

### Do SimpleMic or 360 Writer have ads?

Neither SimpleMic nor 360 Writer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SimpleMic or 360 Writer?

SimpleMic ships an update every 2 months, and 360 Writer every 3 weeks. Most recently, SimpleMic was updated on November 6, 2026 and 360 Writer on November 1, 2026.

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