Comparison

Mic Test vs Campus Command

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

Head to head
About

Mic Test

Features
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Is your microphone working? Find out in seconds. Mic Test shows your mic level live in dBFS and warns you when no sound reaches it. Buying a used or new iPhone or iPad? Calls cutting out, voice messages sounding muffled, or people can't hear you on video calls? Run a quick mic test before you trust the device or your headset. Free features: β€’ Live level readout in dBFS β€’ Silence warning when no sound reaches the mic β€’ "Your microphone works" result after a quick test β€’ Tests the built-in microphone Premium (one-time lifetime purchase, no subscription): β€’ Test every mic: bottom, front, back, headset, Bluetooth and USB β€’ Live waveform and peak level β€’ dB noise graph: the last 60 seconds of your mic level β€’ Test history: your last 20 tests, stored on your device only β€’ Share a text test report with your device details and levels β€’ No ads Who it is for: β€’ Checking a used or new iPhone or iPad before you buy it β€’ Troubleshooting calls, voice messages and video calls β€’ Testing a wired headset or Bluetooth earbuds before you rely on them β€’ Repair shops checking mics before and after a repair How to run a test: 1. Open the app and start a test. 2. Speak normally, then tap or speak close to the mic opening. 3. Watch the live level and read the result. Languages: English, Turkish, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, French, Arabic, Ukrainian and Russian. To change the language, open iOS Settings, scroll to Mic Test and choose Language. Privacy: Audio never leaves your device. Mic Test does not record, save or upload your voice. It only measures the sound level while the test is running. Good to know: Mic Test measures the sound your iPhone or iPad receives. It does not test speakers or the camera. Results depend on your device and its mics. The free version shows ads; Premium removes them. You can restore a previous purchase from the app's Settings. Questions or feedback? Visit https://yunusgunduz.com/contact.php?lang=en

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Campus Command

Features
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Campus Command lets you control compatible network audio devices directly from your iPhone and iPad. Adjust and monitor volume across multiple audio zones and send live audio announcements - all through a fast and intuitive interface. You can also play your own tones and sounds from a tap-to-play sound board, and even record your own tones and messages right in the app. Designed for schools, businesses, and other places that use network audio, paging, or public address (PA) systems. Ideal for use as a wall-mounted audio controller or for quick access from a mobile device. Your announcements and tones reach a wide range of compatible devices over RTP or SIP. You can also set up your phone or tablet as a Local zone to play them through AirPlay, Bluetooth, and Google Castβ„’ speakers, headphones, or wired audio outputs. Remote volume control and monitoring are available with compatible Barix audio devices (see the supported models below). Features: β€’ Control and monitor volume across multiple audio zones β€’ Send live audio announcements β€’ Reach network speakers, IP phones, intercoms, and more β€’ Play tones and sounds from your own tap-to-play sound board β€’ Record your own tones and messages with the microphone β€’ Play announcements and tones through AirPlay, Bluetooth, and Google Cast speakers connected to your device β€’ Send announcements from the Apple Watch companion app β€’ Add multiple audio zones and paging receivers β€’ Receive in-app notifications when zones go offline β€’ Save connection settings for quick access β€’ Simple, responsive interface Compatible volume-control hardware (IP Audio Client firmware 2.12.0 or later): β€’ Exstreamer M400 β€’ Exstreamer MPA400 β€’ Exstreamer MR400 β€’ IP Former TPA400 β€’ Annuncicom MPI400 Note: The model list above applies to volume control and monitoring only. Live announcements and tones (RTP/SIP) work with those same models and a broad range of other standards-based receivers. Barix, Exstreamer, and Annuncicom are registered trademarks of Barix AG, Switzerland. Campus Command is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Barix AG. All product names are referenced for compatibility and identification purposes only and remain the property of their respective owners. Google Cast is a trademark of Google LLC.

Screenshots

Mic Test4 screens
Campus Command4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Campus Command at none against Mic Test's 1. Campus Command also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Mic Test sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Campus Command asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mic Test ships an update every 3 weeks, Campus Command weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Mic Test versus Campus Command: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMic TestCampus Command
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β€” better
Requires iOS16.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size7 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYunus GunduzMatthew Notley

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mic Test

One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$2.99
None

Campus Command

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mic Test free?
Mic Test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Campus Command free?
Campus Command is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mic Test or Campus Command have ads?
Mic Test shows ads; Campus Command does not.
Which is updated more often, Mic Test or Campus Command?
Mic Test ships an update every 3 weeks, and Campus Command weekly. Most recently, Mic Test was updated on November 9, 2026 and Campus Command on November 5, 2026.

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