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iRecord

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Value score / 100 Worth paying? No Skip it

iRecord is not worth paying for due to frequent complaints about inaccurate transcriptions, difficulty canceling subscriptions, and high weekly or yearly costs.

Free + in-app purchases seen up to $98.99 4.6★ lifetime (8,653) since 2022

iRecord is a transcription app with a high lifetime rating but recent reviews highlight significant issues with transcription accuracy, a problematic subscription model, and poor customer service. While some users find it helpful for recording and summarizing, many report it's not worth the high price.

Free vs paid

The app is advertised as free, but users quickly encounter paywalls for core functionalities like transcription and exporting R76R80. The free trial is often criticized for being difficult to cancel, leading to unexpected charges R1R2R15. Paid features include live transcription, AI summaries, and the ability to export audio and text files R39R46.

Value complaints

  • The app is considered wildly expensive, with weekly charges of $5.99 or yearly charges that are difficult to cancel.R1R2R11R19
  • Users report being charged for yearly subscriptions without clear consent or after trying to cancel a free trial.R2R24R138
  • Many users complain about the inability to cancel subscriptions, being continuously charged, or finding the cancellation process impossible.R2R6R9R15
  • The app is criticized for false advertising, claiming to be free but immediately requiring payment for services.R76R80
  • The cost structure is seen as poor value compared to free alternatives like Microsoft Word dictate or Apple Notes.R30R180R208
  • Users are confused by multiple, varying annual subscription options for 'iRecord Pro' within the app.R79

Where it delivers

  • Some users find the app simple, easy to use, and efficient for recording, especially for doctor appointments or meetings.R11R39R43R85
  • The AI summary feature is highlighted as a game changer and very helpful for keeping track of meetings.R11R39R46
  • The app is praised for its transcription part and being a great resource, despite accuracy issues.R47R56R11
Worth paying if

It might be worth paying if you only need a basic audio recorder and are confident in managing subscriptions, as some users find the recording simple and efficient R11R43R85. However, even for those who find it handy, the cost is a significant concern R11.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip iRecord if you need accurate transcriptions, reliable customer service, or an easy-to-manage subscription R2R6R9R24. Users who expect to edit transcriptions or easily export files without issues should also avoid it .

Evidence note: The lifetime rating of 4.6 is significantly higher than what recent reviews suggest, which are predominantly negative regarding pricing, cancellation, and transcription accuracy. There is a strong disconnect between the overall rating and current user sentiment.

Frequently asked

How much does iRecord cost?
iRecord has various price points, including $5.99 per week, and annual subscriptions ranging from $4.49 to $98.99, though users report confusion over multiple annual options R1R11R79.
Is iRecord's transcription accurate?
Many users report that iRecord's transcription is often inaccurate, producing gibberish, not recognizing words, or making too many mistakes to be helpful, especially in group settings or with multiple languages R6R8R25R26.
Can I cancel my iRecord subscription easily?
Many users report significant difficulty canceling their iRecord subscription, with complaints of screens not loading, emails going unanswered, and continued charges even after attempting to cancel R2R6R9R15.
Does iRecord offer a free trial?
Yes, iRecord offers a free trial, but users frequently complain that it is difficult to cancel before being charged, sometimes for a full year R1R2R15R24.
Does iRecord collect user data?
One review indicates that iRecord collects data on users, including the content created within the app, which raises privacy concerns R91.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R1] 1/5 · US Not worth it: It’s 5.99 a week which is wildly expensive. Be sure to cancel the free trial before they charge you!
  2. [R2] 1/5 · US Displeased Don’t Bother!!: It is impossible to cancel the same day. You do not have the option for a trial basis a week or a day they literally slap the yearly charge on your card. If you go to cancel they hold you till the following year to cancel. No number to call and speak to anyone or email for them to call you back. Don’t bother!!!
  3. [R11] 5/5 · US Dr Appointment: Using the iRecord was so simple and efficient! At a doctor appointment we get so much information in such a short amount of time and I record assist so much. I came home after the appointment and listened to the summary and it was amazing. Absolutely 100% accurate.. I only wish it didn’t cost $6 a week as I don’t use it that often but when I needed it, it’s extremely handy.
  4. [R19] 1/5 · US Expensive: It is just a recording app…
  5. [R24] 1/5 · US Scam!: This is a scam app. Please don't be fooled by its high rating! I tried to try the free version, but they charged me for a year, and when I contacted them by email to refund my money, they wouldn't do it. Even Apple support didn't do anything! This app doesn't recognize all languages ​​and can only detect a few major languages. Even the app's support website is not secure and gives you a sec
  6. [R138] 1/5 · US Terrible service & software DO NOT USE.: It was supposed to be a 7 day free trial. I canceled after 3 days when the software would not transcribe accurately. I got charged for 2 months in advance & they continue to charge me. These people are a fraud
  7. [R6] 1/5 · US transcription was gibberish: the product never worked the transcription was complete gibberish it’s very disappointing & the screen to cancel does not load
  8. [R9] 1/5 · US Cannot cancel service: Horrible.Sent email to cancel and still being charged a month later.
  9. [R15] 1/5 · US Cancel: I want to cancel my free 3 day trial now
  10. [R76] 1/5 · US False advertisement: Said was free. Downloaded app and then was told have to choose a plan and pay for services. That is NOT free!
  11. [R80] 1/5 · US Tricks: Tricks you into using the app only to not being able to use your work until you pay
  12. [R30] 1/5 · US Apple notes does a better job: Title says it all, perhaps I’m not speaking clearly but the voice recorder in Apple notes does a better job of knowing what is said
  13. [R180] 3/5 · US It does what it says: Its no different then a group talk to text. I mean it deserves 0 stars. As its not a proprietary idea. More like more clutter on my home page . Plus theres a billion other companies that do this so apple whores together a text message app. Paints it white. And probably removed the ability to type lol. G mail been doing this for 15 years. I guess when you have created an app f
  14. [R208] 3/5 · US Good app but very expensive: You should review your cost structure with Microsoft word dictate, I can do nearly the same functions as you app for free.
  15. [R79] 5/5 · US Subscription issue: I noticed multiple annual subscription options for iRecord Pro in the app, with prices ranging from $49.99 to $129.99 per year. Could you please provide a comparison of the features included in each plan tier? I want to ensure I select the plan that best fits my needs. Duplicate listings (appears multiple times, with variations in capitalization like "iRecord Pro" vs. "iRecord
  16. [R39] 5/5 · US Simple, easy to use and incredibly helpful: Taking notes by hand is obsolete now. Record your meeting with iRecord and get instantaneous transcriptions live as you talk. Export both audio and text files and, if you wish, summarize the meeting to help with keeping track of ToDo’s and deadlines.
  17. [R43] 5/5 · US None: Easy to use
  18. [R85] 5/5 · US LOVE IT: This app is so handy
  19. [R46] 4/5 · US So helpful: The ability to create an AI summary of a meeting has been a game changer
  20. [R47] 5/5 · US Smart Recorder: It’s really useful especially the transcript part!
  21. [R56] 5/5 · US Transcribes: Great resource
  22. [R8] 4/5 · US SKJ Record: Some of the transcripts are based from sounds like words instead of the actual words. To read it as is you would have to rewrite it from the recording.
  23. [R25] 1/5 · US Sucks: This app is actually terrible and cannot interpret any language content it doesn’t get anything correct
  24. [R26] 1/5 · US Not accurate: My experience w this app is that not accurate in transcribing voice is small group settings, and made so many errors that I stopped using it. When renewal came up I canceled my subscription but was still charged for 1 addition week. Too expensive for low performance. I hope they will honor my refund request.
  25. [R91] 1/5 · US They Collect the Content You Create!: I downloaded this app but once I read their privacy policy immediately deleted it. They collect data on you. Part of the data they collect is the content you create using the app. If you talk about other people, the app is now collecting their information, too. Don’t use it

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store