Download Audio Recorder - Best Software & Apps

Audacity 2.1.2

License: Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Free virtual studio for Windows computers

687 votes

PROS: Works with all popular audio formats, Contains all relevant filters and tools
CONS: Crashes occasionally, Program interface no longer appropriate

Free PC Audio Recorder 3.0

License: Download
Platform: Windows

Save your calls and more with Free PC Audio Recorder

155 votes

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PROS: Record calls game audio videos and more., Choose the file quality and size., Easy to use.,
CONS: Very basic,

Voice Recorder 2.4.5

License: Download
Platform: Android

Free pocket recorder

8 votes

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PROS: Very practical, Option to send recordings by email, Includes a widget, Schedule recordings
CONS: Not the most attractive design

Audio Recorder Pro 3.53

License: Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Mac

Go Beyond Recording with Audio Recorder

349 votes

PROS: Record straight to MP3., Tweak file size and quality., Record various input sources.,
CONS: Not a great interface design., Could have more features for the price tag.,

Voicemeeter Banana 2.0.2.6

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Platform: Windows

Virtual Audio Mixer, Player, Recorder all in real time.

24 votes

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mp3DirectCut 2.19

License: Download
Platform: Windows

Non-destructive audio editor and recorder for MP3

380 votes

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Apowersoft Screen Recorder 3.0.6

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Platform: Windows

Schedule screen recordings

939 votes

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PROS: Record entire screen or regions , Schedule recordings and shutdown times, Can capture computer or microphone audio
CONS: Links appear in the middle of menus and toolbars

Nero Wave Editor 14.0.0050

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Platform: Windows

Free Simple but Powerful Audio Recorder and Editor

85 votes

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PROS: Simple but powerful audio recording and editing, Non-destructive editing with full preview and undo features, Compatible with all major audio file formats,
CONS: Limited feature set compared to some competitors, Software details hard to find on the developer's site raising doubts about future development and support,

Audio Record Wizard 7.21

License: Download
Platform: Windows

A Powerful Lightweight Sound Recorder

77 votes

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Apowersoft Free Audio Recorder 3.0.7

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Platform: Windows

A free audio recorder for Windows

224 votes

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PROS: Record system sounds, mic, or both, No recording time limits, Clean interface
CONS: No editing function

Cool Record Edit Pro 9.0.5

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Platform: Windows

Best recorder, editor, burner & YouTube Downloader/Converter software.

6 votes

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ShowMore - Free Screen Recorder 1.0.1

License: Download
Platform: Windows

Record screen with audio in high quality for free

6 votes

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MP3myMP3 Free Sound Recorder 4.2.1

License: Download
Platform: Windows

Record any sound your computer makes, including internet streams

32 votes

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Traverso DAW 0.42.0

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Platform: Windows

Free multitrack audio editor and recorder

35 votes

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PROS: Free to use, Records and edits audio in one package, Handles various sample rates regardless of your soundcard's capabilities
CONS: Doesn't offer advanced multitrack recording options, Takes some time to learn especially for beginners