Comparison

Audio Recorder with Trigger vs Noise Recorder

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

Head to head
About

Audio Recorder with Trigger

This app automatically starts recording when a specific sound level is detected or can be manually initiated. It offers features like background recording, transcription, and geo-tagging for precise location context. Organize, edit, and share your audio recordings with ease.

Highlights
  • Sound-activated recording
  • Manual recording modes
  • Background recording
  • Automatic transcription
  • Geo-tagged recordings
  • Color-coded grouping
  • Note-taking and sharing
Features
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Recorder with trigger is the ultimate recording app. It will start recording when a trigger level of sound is reached (or just start it manually) or in Dictaphone mode recording takes place as long as the record button is held down. Options to stop recording after a time interval or when the sound level drops. Recordings are geo-tagged so the location of the recording can be seen on a map. Put the recordings into colour groups and show all their locations. Add notes to a recording. Share the recordings. Use in the car. Recording will start when you shout! KEY FEATURES: - High quality voice recording. - Record immediately or wait for trigger - Pre-record automatically so the you hear before the trigger sound (adjustable) - Record for a certain time, until the ambient sound drops or until stopped manually - Automatically set to wait for a sound to start recording again - Schedule a start time: choose when Recorder starts listening, and when it stops - Dictaphone note-taking mode - View waveform of recording - Record songs, lectures, speeches etc. - Transcribe recordings. Recordings with speech are written out automatically, so you can search for what was said. Just start talking: it records, and writes it down. - Search transcripts for a word or phrase in a recording - A timer to keep track of your recording time. - Use it to monitor your sleep talk! - Best quality - Play, pause, stop audio files. - Send / Share your recording. - Delete or upload your recording right from the app. - Add notes to your recordings. - Save / pause / resume / abort the recording process control - Background recording - Automatically recognise recordings. For example a dog barking, a door slamming - Smart recorder, automatic recording - Join recordings into one - Trim recordings - Geo-tagged Recordings: Recordings are geo-tagged so the location of the recording can be seen on a map. Every recording automatically includes your location. This makes it ideal for journalists, travellers, and professionals who want detailed location context for every sound clip. Recorder with Trigger: Set trigger level to record high quality voice recordings. Recording starts when a trigger level of sound is reached. Say goodbye to missed moments! Set a trigger threshold, and Recorder with Trigger will automatically begin recording whenever the surrounding sound exceeds that level and can stop when the level drops. Dictaphone Recordings: In Dictaphone mode recording takes place as long as the record button is held down. This audio recording app allows you to easily capture notes and memos by voice, as well as record meetings, lectures, interviews, and everyday sounds. Instead of writing notes by hand, simply record everything you need, from quick to-do lists to important memos using speech. Put the recordings into colour groups and show all their locations. Add notes to a recording. Group all your vocal recordings into defined categories. Mark your favourite talks and memos. Place recordings, choose colours and folders. Achieve clear and sharp sound. Map View of Recordings See all your geo-tagged recordings displayed on an interactive map, either on its own or the whole group. Recordings can also be shown on the Maps app. Share Recordings Easily Share your recordings quickly through email, or social apps. Export them for transcription, editing, or storage Why Choose Recorder with Trigger? Voice Recorder Audio Memos is more than just a simple recorder, it’s a powerful, automatic voice recorder with sound timer & trigger, location tagging, and intuitive organisation. Capture everything that matters automatically, efficiently, and in quality sound. PRIVATE Everything happens on your phone. Sound recognition and transcription run on the device, and nothing is uploaded. No account, no subscription, no ads. Transcription needs iOS 26 or later. From Realtime Software, an independent Australian developer. Questions or ideas? Use 'Email us' in Settings.

About

Noise Recorder

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Measure environmental noise, record audio and video, and create PDF reports you can review and share. Noise Recorder - Pro combines a decibel meter, audio and video recording, and shareable reports. Keep a record of noise at home, at work or in other everyday settings, then revisit the sound and images whenever you need to. MEASURE AND RECORD • See current, minimum, average, and maximum decibel readings. • Record audio, or capture video with decibel readings and timestamps overlaid. • Inspect sound-level changes on charts with precise point selection, zooming and panning. REVIEW AND SHARE • Browse your recording history, preview saved videos with thumbnails, and play back audio and video. • Add notes to remember the context of each recording. • Review daily summaries of your saved recordings, including average and maximum readings, in the noise calendar and monthly charts. • Find saved recordings by note, decibel range or date. • Export PDF reports, share audio files, and save recorded videos to Photos. • Change the app language in Settings and see the interface update immediately. • Measurements and recordings are saved locally on your device. No app account is required. FREE AND PRO The free version includes 3 recordings per day, up to 15 seconds each. Pro removes the daily recording limit and the time limit for individual audio and video recordings. Actual recording duration depends on the storage available on your device. Choose a monthly subscription for Pro access while your subscription is active, or make a one-time purchase for lifetime Pro access. Both options offer the same Pro recording benefits. Readings are estimates and may vary with your device and surroundings. The app does not replace a calibrated sound level meter. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Audio Recorder with Trigger4 screens
Noise Recorder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Noise Recorder at Free against Audio Recorder with Trigger's $12.99. Audio Recorder with Trigger's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Noise Recorder is free to download; Audio Recorder with Trigger costs $12.99 up front. Noise Recorder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Audio Recorder with Trigger asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Audio Recorder with Trigger ships an update weekly, Noise Recorder every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Audio Recorder with Trigger versus Noise Recorder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAudio Recorder with TriggerNoise Recorder
Price$12.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhilip Braham凯 郭

In-app purchases

None

Audio Recorder with Trigger

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Noise Recorder

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • One-time purchase$7.99

Questions

Is Audio Recorder with Trigger free?
Audio Recorder with Trigger costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Noise Recorder free?
Noise Recorder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Audio Recorder with Trigger or Noise Recorder have ads?
Neither Audio Recorder with Trigger nor Noise Recorder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Audio Recorder with Trigger or Noise Recorder?
Audio Recorder with Trigger ships an update weekly, and Noise Recorder every 2 weeks. Most recently, Audio Recorder with Trigger was updated on November 8, 2026 and Noise Recorder on October 31, 2026.

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