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Voice Recorder Lite vs Voice Recorder

Voice Recorder Lite 4.6★ · Free + IAP 45
Winner Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder 4.7★ · $5.99 75

Voice Recorder (App B) is the better choice for reliable, ad-free recording and file management, despite its cost, while Voice Recorder Lite (App A) struggles with ads and paywalls for basic features.

Full reviews: Voice Recorder Lite · Voice Recorder

Voice Recorder Lite (App A) offers basic recording for free but is heavily criticized for intrusive ads and paywalls that restrict saving and sharing recordings. Voice Recorder (App B), a paid app, provides a more reliable, ad-free experience with clear recording quality and easier file management, though some users report occasional issues with saving or specific features.

Head to head

Features and Functionality edge: Voice RecorderR3R5R6R7
Voice Recorder Lite Voice Recorder Lite users appreciate its clear recording and ease of use for basic tasks R5R14. However, many are frustrated by limitations in the free version, such as inability to save to the library, transfer, or share recordings without upgrading to 'Pro' R3R7R13R20. Some also report issues with recording cutting out, freezing, or poor quality R6.
Voice Recorder Voice Recorder users praise its clear recording and playback, ease of use, and ability to title recordings R62R74. It offers conversion to various sound formats R74R109R110. However, some users report issues with recordings not saving consistently R72, the app stopping when opening other apps R70, or lack of specific features like volume control, trimming, or continuous play . There are also complaints about the absence of Google Drive upload in this version .
Ease of Use edge: Voice RecorderR4R5R7R10
Voice Recorder Lite Many users find Voice Recorder Lite easy to use for basic recording R5. However, the constant ads and difficulty in navigating around paywalls for essential functions like saving or sharing make the app frustrating and cumbersome for many R4R7R10R12.
Voice Recorder Voice Recorder is widely praised for its simplicity and ease of use, with users noting that recording and playback are straightforward . Users find it easy to title recordings .
Reliability and Performance edge: Voice RecorderR4R6R10R14
Voice Recorder Lite While some users report clear recording and no issues R14, many Voice Recorder Lite users experience significant reliability problems. These include recordings cutting out or stopping , the app freezing , poor recording quality R6, and the app deleting recordings R54. The constant ads also interfere with usability R4R10R18.
Voice Recorder Voice Recorder is generally considered reliable by many long-term users R62R88. However, some recent reviews indicate issues such as recordings not saving consistently R72, the app not recording at all , or stopping when other apps are opened R70. There are also reports of recordings being emptied without notice .
Price and Value edge: Voice RecorderR3R7R10R12
Voice Recorder Lite Voice Recorder Lite is free to download but is heavily criticized for its aggressive monetization strategy. Users report an overwhelming number of ads R10R12R18 and essential features like saving, sharing, or transferring recordings are locked behind a 'Pro' paywall R3R7R13R20. Some users who paid for 'Pro' still reported receiving ads R22.
Voice Recorder Voice Recorder costs $5.99 . While some users feel it's not significantly better than free alternatives , many find it a worthwhile purchase for its clear quality and ease of use R109. The app is generally ad-free, which is a significant advantage over App A. Some users who upgraded from a free version of a related app found issues with transferring recordings .
Support and Updates tieR39R54R79
Voice Recorder Lite One user reported that their recordings were deleted and the developer's response was unhelpful R54. Another user asked for help retrieving deleted recordings after re-downloading the app R39.
Voice Recorder One user reported no response from customer support after experiencing syncing issues with the Pro version R79.
Pick Voice Recorder Lite if

You need a very basic voice recorder for quick, non-critical tasks and don't mind frequent ads or limitations on saving and sharing R5.

Pick Voice Recorder if

You are willing to pay $5.99 for a generally reliable, ad-free recording experience with clear audio quality and easier file management R62.

Evidence note: Reviews for App A (Voice Recorder Lite) are heavily skewed negative due to the free-tier friction (ads, paywalls for basic features). The paid nature of App B (Voice Recorder) means its user base is self-selected as generally more satisfied, leading to a more positive review profile despite some reported issues. The comparison acknowledges this asymmetry.

Frequently asked

Can I save and share recordings with Voice Recorder Lite?
No, Voice Recorder Lite restricts saving, sharing, and transferring recordings unless you upgrade to the 'Pro' version, which many users find frustrating and misleading R3R7R13R20.
Does Voice Recorder Lite have ads?
Yes, Voice Recorder Lite is heavily plagued by frequent and intrusive full-page pop-up ads that appear when you stop or start playback, making the app difficult to use R10R12R18. Some users even reported ads after paying for the 'Pro' version R22.
What file formats does Voice Recorder (App B) support?
Voice Recorder (App B) allows you to convert recordings to many types of sound formats, including MP3 R74R109R110.
Is Voice Recorder (App B) reliable for important recordings?
Many long-term users find Voice Recorder (App B) reliable for important recordings, with some using it for years without failure R62R88. However, some recent reviews indicate occasional issues with recordings not saving consistently or the app stopping unexpectedly R70R72.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 110 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. [R3] Voice Recorder Lite 3/5 · GB Ok one problem: You need to make it so you can save them to library without pro otherwise waste of time
  2. [R5] Voice Recorder Lite 5/5 · GB GREAT!!!: I just started using this app for basic recording and i loved it from the first minute. I really suggest using this app , if i could improve one thing though it would probably be that you can still record whilst using a different app or putting the price on PRO down a bit as it can be a bit expensive . Other than that its perfect!
  3. [R6] Voice Recorder Lite 3/5 · GB Not very good: You can not hear what you say to it.
  4. [R7] Voice Recorder Lite 1/5 · GB Upgrade to pro or your recordings are stuck forever: Really annoyed to discover that if you don’t pay for the ‘pro’ version, you can’t get at your recordings except by some crazy round-about route that literally involves plugging the phone into a computer and firing up iTunes. So there’s little point in bothering with the ‘free’ version.
  5. [R4] Voice Recorder Lite 1/5 · GB Unusable: Can’t even try it out in peace!
  6. [R10] Voice Recorder Lite 1/5 · GB Rubbish time wasting: Full of bullsh..it ads . Will start when you ready to record and then it’s difficult to get back to the recording as the ads stuck there. Absolutely rubbish.
  7. [R14] Voice Recorder Lite 5/5 · GB Highly recommended: I only have praise for this fantastic app. Excellent clear recording and playback. Thank you! Well done!!
  8. [R12] Voice Recorder Lite 3/5 · GB Rubbish: Too many adds, rather spend money on a tape recorder
  9. [R39] Voice Recorder Lite 4/5 · GB Please help: I’ve downloaded this app previously and somehow the apps been deleted I’ve re downloaded it but the recordings are gone. Is there any way I can get them back?
  10. [R54] Voice Recorder Lite 1/5 · GB STAY AWAY!!!: This app had just deleted 4 years worth of recordings!!! No way of getting them back - developer just said “oh well” AVOID!!!!
  11. [R79] Voice Recorder 1/5 · US No response from customer support: I moved the file and now it won’t sync! I agreed to the Pro version and now I can’t use it at all. How do I sync from my phone to my laptop again. I won’t move any folders next time if someone could respond please? I’ll change my review if you respond.
  12. [R13] Voice Recorder Lite 1/5 · GB Avoid at all costs: A totallly worthless app. Poor recording quality and worst of all you can't transfer anything you record without paying for the pro version. Don't waste your time downloading this. You can't even send what you've recorded anywhere like WhatsApp or email or anything. The coders were really on a scam. Hopefully those who can't understand technology don't get fooled by these con a
  13. [R20] Voice Recorder Lite 1/5 · GB No transfer inless you buy: Download it and you’re stuck with it. If you make recordings make sure they’re not important as if you just want the fee version you have to upgrade to be able to transfer or save your recordings to another file and they take up space on the cloud for back up.unless you want to pay for it and then it’s not stereo
  14. [R18] Voice Recorder Lite 2/5 · GB Bad: It keeps coming up with some advert that I do not want I keep closing it but every time I look at a voice recording it comes up with the same one I might delete this app if it carries on
  15. [R22] Voice Recorder Lite 1/5 · GB I paid for it and still get ads!: The title says it all.
  16. [R74] Voice Recorder 4/5 · US Great recording app!: This is a great little app that has clear recording and play back. You can also convert to many types of sound formats. I’ve been using it to record yoga sessions to use them at home!
  17. [R109] Voice Recorder 5/5 · US Use often: This voice recording app comes in super handy. I use it to record meetings, classes, my own thoughts. It helps me stay organized and I can delete as I’m finished or listen to again and again. With the extra features I can turn my recording into an mp3 file and share. Overall awesome app.
  18. [R110] Voice Recorder 5/5 · US It’s great! Download it!: The pro version is free too, it’s just upgraded. You can convert it to different file types there.
  19. [R62] Voice Recorder 5/5 · US Life saver: I have PTSD from the military and started using this to record sessions with a psychologist from VA been doing this for 3 1/2 years. every time I have flashbacks or get stuck in a thought that nobody should have I get this out and pick the recording I want to listen to and I listen over and over and if it comes back I do it again and I can say one thing, if it hadn’t been for this app
  20. [R70] Voice Recorder 1/5 · US Not as advertised: While is does short records if you set down your phone or open another app the recorder stops.
  21. [R72] Voice Recorder 3/5 · US Doesn’t save recordings consistently: You’ll record for minutes at end…and there’s no recording to listen to. Works fine when it remembers to save your recordings!
  22. [R88] Voice Recorder 5/5 · US Best Recording App: I’ve been using this recording App for 3 years and not once it has failed me. I strongly recommend it.

Synthesized from 110 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store