Comparison

Microphone Live vs Polyphonic Tuner

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

Head to head
About

Microphone Live

Transform your phone into a powerful, easy-to-use microphone with real-time audio effects and recording capabilities. Its minimalist design ensures speed, clarity, and control for various audio tasks, from presentations to vocal rehearsals.

Highlights
  • Minimalist and intuitive design
  • Real-time volume monitoring
  • Quick input & output selection
  • Bluetooth connection support
  • Fast presets for various tasks
  • Essential audio effects (Noise Reduction, EQ, Reverb, etc.)
  • Audio recording and file management
Features
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Microphone is a simple and stylish app built around one core idea: turning your phone into a powerful, easy-to-use microphone. No overload. No clutter. Just the tools you actually need — presented in a clean, minimalist interface. Whether you’re speaking, presenting, rehearsing, recording vocals or amplifying sound, Microphone focuses on speed, clarity, and control. Everything important is always at hand, right from the main screen. Key Features MINIMALIST & INTUITIVE DESIGN A clean, distraction-free interface that’s easy to understand from the first launch. Nothing extra — just what matters. REAL-TIME VOLUME MONITORING Instant visual feedback of input level and loudness measurement, helping you keep perfect control over your sound. QUICK INPUT & OUTPUT SELECTION Easily choose microphone input and audio output directly from the main screen — no deep menus or unnecessary steps. BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Instantly connect to any device by Bluetooth. Microphone supports stable Bluetooth audio output, allowing you to use your device wirelessly for presentations, performances, rehearsals, or casual use. FAST PRESETS FOR ANY TASK Built-in presets for common use cases, shown clearly and applied instantly. Just one tap without extra settings - and you’re all set! There are several categories: - Speech - Vocal - Events - Environment - Studio - Special You can also create and save your own effect presets. ESSENTIAL AUDIO EFFECTS Professional effects without overwhelming controls: - Noise Reduction - Equalizer - Reverb - Compressor - Pitch Control - Anti-Feedback Filter All effects are optimized for fast setup and real-world use. AUDIO RECORDING & FILE MANAGEMENT Record audio directly in the app, store files locally, and organize recordings into folders with ease. THEME CUSTOMIZATION Switch between themes to match your style and environment. Choose between pure, obsidian or retro. Microphone is designed for people who value simplicity, speed, and clean sound. One purpose. One app. Done right.

About

Polyphonic Tuner

Features
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PolyTuner is a focused, responsive tuner for guitar and bass. Pluck one open string for precise tuning, or play several strings together for a quick polyphonic check. Native audio analysis identifies each configured string independently, showing which strings are flat, sharp, or in tune. For finer adjustments, switch to the phase strobe tuner and watch the motion slow as the string approaches its target. PolyTuner supports Standard, Drop D, Double Drop D, and E-flat Standard guitar tunings. Bass players can choose Standard tuning for 4-, 5-, or 6-string instruments, including low B0 and high C3. Choose from Classic, Precision Scale, and Minimal Rail displays. Each view provides clear pitch direction, cents, frequency, and tuning confidence. Your instrument, tuning, and display preferences are saved automatically. To begin, select your instrument and tuning, tap Start Listening, and play one or more open strings. PolyTuner displays a separate reading for every configured string so you can quickly see what needs adjustment. For precision tuning, open the Strobe Tuner and pluck one string at a time. Leftward motion indicates a flat string, rightward motion indicates a sharp string, and a nearly stationary display means the string is in tune. Microphone audio is analyzed directly on your device. PolyTuner does not upload your instrument audio for pitch detection. Whether you are checking a guitar before rehearsal, setting up an alternate tuning, or dialing in the low B on a bass, PolyTuner keeps the process clear and efficient.

Screenshots

Microphone Live4 screens
Polyphonic Tuner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Microphone Live at none against Polyphonic Tuner's 1. On price, 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

Both are free to download. Polyphonic Tuner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Microphone Live asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Microphone Live versus Polyphonic Tuner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicrophone LivePolyphonic Tuner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (35 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings35 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArpenik KatikyanTony Korologos

In-app purchases

None

Microphone Live

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Polyphonic Tuner

One-time1
  • PolyTuner Pro$9.99

Questions

Is Microphone Live free?
Microphone Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Polyphonic Tuner free?
Polyphonic Tuner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Microphone Live or Polyphonic Tuner have ads?
Neither Microphone Live nor Polyphonic Tuner shows ads.

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