Comparison

Microphone Wireless vs OpenCam

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

Head to head
About

Microphone Wireless

Transform your iOS device into a professional wireless microphone for video recording. Achieve high-quality audio without file transfers or syncing issues, saving you editing time. Ideal for content creators needing clear sound from a distance.

Highlights
  • Use iOS device as wireless microphone
  • Real-time audio streaming
  • Automatic audio-video sync
  • Teleprompter feature
  • Live audio monitoring
  • Customizable video presets
  • Export separate audio/video tracks
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Spare Mic – Turn Any iOS Device into a Wireless Microphone for Video Recording Create videos with professional-quality audio effortlessly using Spare Mic! Turn a nearby iPhone or iPad into a wireless microphone and elevate your content creation. Ideal for filmmakers, vloggers, interviewers, and on-camera presenters, Spare Mic ensures clear, high-quality sound even when you’re up to 10 meters (30 feet) away. Why Choose Spare Mic? Seamless Wireless Audio Say goodbye to poor sound quality caused by distance. Spare Mic streams audio in real-time from a second iOS device, ensuring your voice remains crisp and clear as if you were inches away from the camera. No File Transfers Needed The app auto-syncs the audio to your video, eliminating the hassle of transferring files or manually syncing audio and video during post-production. Save Editing Time With embedded audio, Spare Mic cuts down on tedious editing tasks. Spend more time perfecting your content and less time on syncing issues. Foolproof Recording Spare Mic ensures synchronized video and audio by stopping recording on both devices if interrupted by a call or alert. No more mismatched tracks—just reliable recordings every time. Key Features Effortless Setup Install Spare Mic on two iOS devices. Enable WiFi and Bluetooth. Open the app and connect the devices with a single tap. Start recording high-quality videos with superior audio! Advanced Tools for Content Creators Teleprompter: Stay on script while recording. Live Listening: Monitor your audio in real-time. Video Presets: Quickly apply your preferred settings. Microphone Switching: Use front, back, or bottom mics. Camera Mirroring: Record mirrored video for specific needs. Custom Branding: Add watermarks or logos to your videos. Export Separate Tracks: Access audio and video tracks individually. Subtle Visualizations: Less visual distraction when doing interviews. Interruptible Foldback Messages: Message the remote device for adjustments, such as moving closer to the mic. Time Sync: Achieve ultra-low latency audio with synced time codes. Export & Share Save and share your videos directly from the app. For exports make the in-app purchase is on the device you intend to use as a camera. Get unlimited access to all our premium features with two flexible options: * Yearly Subscription: Enjoy a full year of uninterrupted access at the best value. * Weekly Subscription: Perfect for short-term access, plus a 3-day free trial to explore before committing. Start your subscription today and unlock everything we have to offer! Requirements iOS 11 or later. Enable Camera & Microphone access. Ensure WiFi is on. Download Spare Mic today and make every video sound as good as it looks!

About

OpenCam

Capture cinematic videos using the full camera sensor in an open gate format. This app provides professional tools and manual controls for easy editing into various social media orientations, offering a filmmaker's framing to your mobile device.

Highlights
  • Shoot in wider 4:3 frame
  • Record once, edit for any social media
  • Live LUT previews
  • Pro tools (Apple Log, ProRes)
  • Intuitive manual controls
  • Effortless exposure lock
  • Glide zoom effect
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OpenCam is the IMAX style video-recording app built for creators, filmmakers, and everyday users. Capture cinematic 4:3 immersive videos that’s easy to edit for any social platform. Featured on YouTube and MacStories. OpenCam records in the cinematic open gate format, utilising your full camera sensor. One video can be edited into both vertical and horizontal orientations, so you can share on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, while retaining your scene. Open gate is also used in iconic films like The Lighthouse, Zack Snyder’s Justice League, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and Perfect Days. OpenCam brings the professional filmmaker framing to your iPhone. OpenCam features intuitive manual controls and professional features like ProRes and Apple Log 2 for beautiful, cinematic videos — without the complexity of other video recording apps. Key Features: Shoot in a Wider 4:3 Frame OpenCam records in an open gate 4:3 aspect ratio, giving you more room to capture, edit, and create. It’s significantly wider than standard iOS video. Record Once, Edit for any Social Media platform Capture one video and have more room for both vertical and horizontal formats — perfect for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube. Live LUT previews Import your .cube LUT files into OpenCam, and preview the Apple Log footage with your LUT applied when recording. Pro Tools Includes powerful features like Apple Log, ProRes, variable HEVC bitrate, for stunning quality and pro-level color control. Intuitive Manual Controls Adjust focus, aperture, brightness, tone, and more. Sliders are always visible and easy to use, so you stay in control without missing the moment. Effortless Exposure Lock Lock in your look with a tap. Our simple exposure system makes it easy to get consistent, professional-looking results. Intuitive Glide Zoom Create dramatic dolly-style zoom effects with steady gliding zoom. Use this to mimic dolly effects seen in popular films and shows like Jaws and Severance. Privacy First Your videos stay on your device. Always. No accounts, no cloud storage, no data tracking. Whether you’re making family montages, daily vlogs, or cinematic edits, OpenCam helps you capture more of what matters. Download OpenCam now and unlock the full potential of your iPhone camera. Terms: https://opencam.app/terms Privacy: https://opencam.app/privacy

Screenshots

Microphone Wireless4 screens
OpenCam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OpenCam at 4.5 against Microphone Wireless's 3.0. OpenCam also leads on ratings volume (46 vs 4). Microphone Wireless's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Microphone Wireless sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and OpenCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OpenCam holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenCam has 46 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Microphone Wireless's written reviews are positive against 56% of OpenCam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Microphone Wireless ships an update fortnightly, OpenCam every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Microphone Wireless versus OpenCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicrophone WirelessOpenCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (4 ratings)4.5 (46 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews56.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings446 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSynergie Tech, Inc.ZHI QI

Customer experience

Microphone Wireless

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

OpenCam

All ratings46 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative40.6%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Microphone Wireless

Subscriptions2
  • All Access - Weekly Plan3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • All Access - Yearly Plan$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • Starter Package$4.99
  • Influencer Package$9.99
  • Journalists Package$14.99
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  • Studio Package$29.99
3 purchases

OpenCam

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly (1 Month)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly (1 Year)7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Microphone Wireless free?
Microphone Wireless is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OpenCam free?
OpenCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Microphone Wireless or OpenCam?
OpenCam is rated higher. Microphone Wireless averages 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while OpenCam averages 4.5 from 46 ratings.
Do Microphone Wireless or OpenCam have ads?
Neither Microphone Wireless nor OpenCam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Microphone Wireless or OpenCam?
Microphone Wireless ships an update fortnightly, and OpenCam every 3 weeks. Most recently, Microphone Wireless was updated on June 1, 2026 and OpenCam on September 21, 2026.

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