SP Voice vs ToolPal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SP Voice
Record high-quality audio discreetly with customizable fake backgrounds and a black screen interface. Control recordings remotely and protect files with a passcode. Supports Apple Watch for seamless operation.
- Discreet recording with fake backgrounds
- Black screen interface
- Remote control via Apple Watch
- Passcode and biometric protection
- Adjustable audio quality
- Audio playback and editing
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Want to record voice memo in highest quality without any notice. This is the app that you need: SP Voice. This is one of the best app for record conversations in any meeting without disturbing other. No need to place in your pocket or beg, place your device close to the source of voice and record, no one know that you are recording the voice. With SP Voice, you can record any audio voice without any UI controls appear while the device shows one of the fake backgrounds. Simulate that you are browsing the web, a blog or showing a still image while recording. Moreover, you can show, transparent, or hide all the UI controls to simulate a real spy experience. Addition, you can wirelessly remote this app via Apple watch. RECORDER • Automatic Mode: automatically do record action and other actions when app launch • Support upside down interface for even better voice recording quality • Highest quality voice recording by placing the device close to the source of voice • Ability to limit audio recording duration • Choose the audio quality between low, medium, high or best • Save recorded files inside app private folder with passcode protection PLAYER & EDITOR • Playback recorded audio at different speed: normal, slow or fast • Built-in audio editor to trim or delete audio data INTERFACE • Screen is completely black to simulate the device is turned off • Fake other people that you're on other activities by using fake backgrounds • Alternative static image slideshow or dynamic rotating clock or interactive web browsing fake backgrounds • Ability to your own image fake background • Dimmed screen with zero brightness in black background • Hideable all UI buttons on the screen • Adjustable the visible of the UI transparency • Make sure you tap the correct button with haptic feedback support PASSCODE • No one can stop your recording by secure the recording and lock all UI buttons with passcode • Support Touch ID and Face ID to unlock passcode • Advanced passcode system can lock recorder UI buttons, lock app access when launch, and lock access recorded audio files ACCESSORIES • Support cable and bluetooth earphone for recording and playback • Wirelessly remote this app via Apple Watch SHARING • Easy sharing from inside the app or use USB cable for iTunes Files Sharing • Direct sharing recorded files to cloud storage
ToolPal
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- Tracking and asset requisition of your tools and equipment - Plan and manage tasks as maintenance, calibration, servicing, site audits & more - Store valuable information - Tool attributes (Model numbers, serial numbers) - Photos - Documentation (invoices, purchase orders, user manuals...) - Signature - Alert notifications - Task assignments - Reminders - Location management - User Permissions
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: ToolPal at Free against SP Voice's $2.99. SP Voice's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 16 months) and chart position (#175 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, 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
ToolPal is free to download; SP Voice costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SP Voice ships an update every 2 months, ToolPal every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SP Voice | ToolPal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (287 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 26.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 287 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 16 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #175 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ratha Sou | TechSaaS |
Bugs and requests
SP Voice
Reported bugs
16 issues- App does not record
- Cannot access recordings
- App not allowing audio playback
- Orange microphone indicator visible
- Red indicator around clock visible
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- App crashes continually
- App stops recording on its own
- Cannot click record button
- Red recording indicator is present
- Blank black screen on launch
- Setup icon unresponsive after unlock
- Lost saved files after reinstall
- App does not work with latest iPhone update
- Automatic mode not working
- Red bar at the top of the screen is visible
- Background scrolls back to 'None'
Requested features
9 requests- Provide support for forgotten codes/passcodes
- Allow audio playback of previously recorded audio
- Update to fix glitches preventing audio access
- Ensure recordings continue even when timer rings
- Add option to save recordings as .mp3
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- Clarify recording duration limits
- Provide warning for low memory during recording
- Ensure data is saved when memory runs out
- Fix recorded time display for over 1 hour
ToolPal
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SP Voice
No in-app purchases
ToolPal
No in-app purchases









