Comparison

Frames vs Mic to Speaker

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

Head to head
About

Frames

Transform your phone's lock screen into a dynamic display with video wallpapers. Play single videos or create custom playlists that change with your routine or notifications. Personalize the look and feel to make your device truly yours.

Highlights
  • Play single videos on lock screen
  • Create video playlists
  • Lock screen widgets for video control
  • Shortcuts app automation
  • Import multiple videos
  • Customizable app appearance
  • Customizable control text
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Bring your lock screen to life with your favorite video wallpapers! Frames lets you play videos and playlists of videos directly on your lock screen. View your favorite memories in motion every time you pick up your device! Features: - Play single videos on your lock screen - Create playlists and play different videos on your lock screen. Easily switch between them with the controls. - Start videos directly from the lock screen with lock screen widgets - Setup automations with the Shortcuts app to start videos based on events such as charging your phone or receiving a message from a specific person - Import multiple videos at the same time - Customise the look and feel of the app - Customise the text that is displayed in the controls For terms of use and the privacy policy please go to https://www.fram.es/privacy. Some features require a one time pro purchase.

About

Mic to Speaker

Transform your iPhone into a wireless microphone that streams audio in real-time to any Bluetooth speaker or AirPlay device. Use it as a PA system, karaoke machine, or voice amplifier with live voice-changing effects.

Highlights
  • Wireless Bluetooth microphone
  • Real-time voice amplification
  • Voice changer and effects
  • Karaoke machine functionality
  • Portable PA system
  • AirPlay device compatibility
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a wireless mic and stream your voice to any Bluetooth speaker or AirPlay device in real time. No extra equipment — just connect and speak. Mic to Speaker transforms any Bluetooth speaker into a powerful PA system, karaoke machine, or voice amplifier. Whether you're making announcements, hosting a party, singing karaoke, or giving a presentation — your voice reaches everyone through any connected speaker. KEY FEATURES: WIRELESS BLUETOOTH MICROPHONE — Use your iPhone as a wireless mic. Connect to any Bluetooth speaker or AirPlay device. Crystal-clear real-time audio. VOICE AMPLIFIER & MEGAPHONE — Amplify your voice through any speaker. Portable PA system for announcements, speeches, classrooms, events. VOICE CHANGER & EFFECTS — Robot voice, cave echo, echo effect — all live through your speaker. KARAOKE MIC — Host karaoke nights with voice effects through any Bluetooth speaker. PA SYSTEM — Announcements at events, conferences, gatherings. No expensive sound system needed. PERFECT FOR: Karaoke parties, presentations, classroom teaching, event hosting, weddings, tour guides, fun with voice effects. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Q: How do I use my iPhone as a wireless microphone? A: Open the app, connect your Bluetooth speaker or AirPlay device, and speak. Your voice streams live through the speaker. Q: Does it work with all Bluetooth speakers? A: Yes! Compatible with all Bluetooth speakers and AirPlay devices — JBL, Bose, Sony, Marshall, HomePod. Q: Can I use voice effects in real time? A: Yes. All voice changer effects (robot, echo, cave) work live as you speak or sing. Q: Is there audio delay? A: Low-latency audio processing. AirPlay delivers the best real-time performance. Q: Can I use it for karaoke? A: Absolutely! Connect a Bluetooth speaker and use your iPhone as a karaoke mic with voice effects. Q: Does it work as a megaphone or PA system? A: Yes. Amplify your voice for announcements, speeches, events — a portable wireless PA system. Q: Can I use it for presentations? A: Perfect for amplifying your voice at meetings and lectures without expensive audio equipment. Q: How is this different from other mic apps? A: This app streams voice directly to any Bluetooth speaker with real-time voice changer effects. Most mic apps only record — this one amplifies live. Download now and turn any speaker into your personal stage! Mic to Speaker: Microphone plans: Weekly: $5.99/week Yearly: $24.99/year Payments and Renewal: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aSy-rxfm30gsDJ2mdU9q4sE9j7vbgV6dNvXsxcZ44Sg/

Screenshots

Frames4 screens
Mic to Speaker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Frames at 86% against Mic to Speaker's 25%. Mic to Speaker's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 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. Frames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Mic to Speaker sells 4 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

Mic to Speaker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of Frames's written reviews are positive against 25% of Mic to Speaker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Frames ships an update every 6 months, Mic to Speaker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Frames versus Mic to Speaker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFramesMic to Speaker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGood SnoozeAnmol Rattan

Customer experience

Frames

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

Mic to Speaker

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Frames

One-time1
  • Frames Pro$2.99
4 purchases

Mic to Speaker

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscription Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Premium Access Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time2
  • Limited Time Offer(50% off)$34.99
  • Lifetime Offer$49.99

Questions

Is Frames free?
Frames is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mic to Speaker free?
Mic to Speaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Frames or Mic to Speaker?
Mic to Speaker is rated higher. Frames averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Mic to Speaker averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Frames or Mic to Speaker have ads?
Neither Frames nor Mic to Speaker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Frames or Mic to Speaker?
Frames ships an update every 6 months, and Mic to Speaker fortnightly. Most recently, Frames was updated on September 22, 2026 and Mic to Speaker on September 24, 2026.

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