Comparison

Virtual Microphone vs The Link Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Virtual Microphone

Transform your iPhone into a wireless microphone. Stream audio to speakers, apply fun voice effects, and record high-quality audio. No account is needed for this simple, intuitive utility.

Highlights
  • Live microphone streaming
  • Bluetooth and AirPlay output
  • Real-time voice effects
  • Audio recording and playback
  • Recording management
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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AirMic – Wireless Virtual Mic, Voice Effects & Recorder Turn your iPhone into a powerful wireless microphone. Stream your voice to Bluetooth or AirPlay speakers, add fun voice effects (Robot, Chipmunk, Echo, and more), record clear audio, and play it back anytime—no account required. MAKE YOUR VOICE LOUDER - Live Microphone: Instantly stream to Bluetooth and AirPlay speakers/TVs. - Output Picker: Switch devices with a single tap (AirPlay/Bluetooth). - Visual Meter: Monitor your levels with a smooth live waveform. - Clear Status: Separate timers for Streaming and Recording. VOICE EFFECTS (ONE TAP) - Robot • Chipmunk • Deep • Monster • Echo • Telephone • Reverb - Apply effects live while streaming or before you record. RECORD & PLAYBACK - Record with or without effects (saved as .m4a). - Recording Library: Rename, delete, and manage your recordings. - Great for practice, talks, karaoke, announcements, and parties. DESIGNED TO BE SIMPLE - Clean, intuitive controls with haptics and large buttons. - Zero setup: open the app, pick a speaker, and go. - Local-first: Your recordings stay saved on your device. HOW IT WORKS 1) Open AirMic and allow Microphone access. 2) Choose your output (Bluetooth or AirPlay). 3) Tap Stream to hear your voice live. 4) Optional: choose a Voice Effect and tap Record to save. WHY AIRMIC? - Turn any speaker into your mic in seconds. - Fun, punchy effects to stand out or entertain. - Reliable live streaming and high-quality recording in one app. - Built for iPhone and optimized for iOS 16+. PRICING - Free to download. Upgrade to AirMic Pro: • Lifetime — $29.99 (one-time) • Yearly — $19.99/year • Weekly — $2.99/week - Prices are in USD and may vary by region. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Download AirMic and make your voice louder, clearer, and more fun. Privacy Policy: https://rodney-apps.com/airmic/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://rodney-apps.com/airmic/terms-of-use

About

The Link Mobile

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The Link is the iPhone companion for The Link desktop software. Use your iPhone as a wireless camera or a trackpad for your computer. Features • Wireless camera: stream video, plus optional microphone audio, to your own computer over the same local network; the desktop recognizes body motion and turns it into keyboard, mouse, or gamepad input • Phone trackpad: move the pointer, click, hold mouse buttons, scroll, and type; use the on-screen joystick or tilt control when the desktop profile supports it • Models & Community: browse official models and manually reviewed user submissions, and download models to your connected computer; like a model, report it, or block a creator • Account pairing: scan the desktop QR code to link your account and device • Motion data: review estimated calories, steps, jumps, and workout time • Inquiries & Feedback: send feedback and read replies; sign out or permanently delete your account in the app Privacy Camera video, microphone audio, and controller input travel only over your local network to your own computer and are never uploaded to the developer's servers. Camera and controller features require The Link desktop software on the same local network. Browsing public models and sending feedback do not require sign-in.

Screenshots

Virtual Microphone4 screens
The Link Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Link Mobile at none against Virtual Microphone's 3. Virtual Microphone's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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

Both are free to download. Virtual Microphone sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. The Link Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Virtual Microphone ships an update fortnightly, The Link Mobile every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Virtual Microphone versus The Link Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVirtual MicrophoneThe Link Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRodney CyprianG.M Software Technology Co. Ltd.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Virtual Microphone

Subscriptions2
  • AirMic Pro - Premium3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • AirMic Pro - Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • AirMic Pro - Premium$29.99
None

The Link Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Virtual Microphone free?
Virtual Microphone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Link Mobile free?
The Link Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Virtual Microphone or The Link Mobile have ads?
Neither Virtual Microphone nor The Link Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Virtual Microphone or The Link Mobile?
Virtual Microphone ships an update fortnightly, and The Link Mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, Virtual Microphone was updated on October 24, 2026 and The Link Mobile on October 24, 2026.

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