Best audio tools, ranked

Rankings by task

• Audio converter
• Audio editor
• Voice recorder
• Remove background noise
• Transcribe audio
• Audio compressor
• Podcast hosting

Overall

Ranked by signals we can measure or quote: website health, the facts each tool's own pages state, and community discussion. Nothing here has been hands-on tested yet, so this is not a quality test. How the signals rank works

1. 1

   

   AuphonicView

   The automatic audio post production webservice.

   4.5

   ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFiles uploaded0 of 2 tasks scored
2. 2

   

   AssemblyAIView

   With AssemblyAI's industry-leading Speech AI models, transcribe speech to text and extract insights from your voice data.

   4.2

   ResearchedFree optionNeeds signupFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
3. 3

   

   FiresideView

   Publish, distribute, and grow your podcast with reliable hosting, clear analytics, and personal support. Start with your Fireside account.

   4.2

   ResearchedNo free planNeeds signupFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
4. 4

   

   RedCircleView

   RedCircle connects brands with the podcast audiences their customers trust and gives creators everything they need to grow and monetize.

   4.1

   ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
5. 5

   

   RSS.comView

   Start your podcast free with RSS.com! Unlimited episodes, RSS feed, analytics, and tools to grow and monetize your show.

   4.1

   ResearchedFree optionNeeds signupFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
6. 6

   

   TransistorView

   Upload once and distribute your video and audio podcast to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more. Unlimited shows, detailed analytics, free podcast website, and real human support.

   4.1

   ResearchedNo free planSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
7. 7

   

   FirefliesView

   Fireflies is listed for: transcribe audio.

   4.1

   ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
8. 8

   

   CastosView

   Castos is the podcast hosting platform with private podcasting, monetization, and analytics built in. Start a 14-day free trial with free migration.

   4.0

   ResearchedNo free planNeeds signupFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
9. 9

   

   KrispView

   Clear calls, smarter meetings—powered by #1 noise cancellation. Krisp brings Voice AI with an AI Note Taker, Accent AI, and Call Center AI.

   4.0

   ResearchedFree optionNeeds signupFiles stay on your device0 of 1 tasks scored
10. 10

    

    SonixView

    Transcribe audio and video to text in minutes with 99% accuracy. 54+ languages, AI summaries, and speaker detection. Try Sonix free — no credit card required.

    4.0

    ResearchedNo free planNeeds signupFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
11. 11

    

    SquadCastView

    Create high-quality audio and video content with our in-browser software for premium recordings auto-saved with cloud storage. Sign up today for your free trial!

    4.0

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
12. 12

    

    BuzzsproutView

    Start podcasting today with free podcast hosting from Buzzsprout, the easiest podcasting software for hosting, promoting, and tracking your podcast.

    3.9

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
13. 13

    

    NottaView

    Notta is an AI note taker that transcribes, summarizes, and generates action plans from your meetings, interviews, or recordings. Try it for free now!

    3.9

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
14. 14

    

    SimplecastView

    Say hello to the modern podcast hosting, distribution, and analytics platform. Simplecast remains the easiest way for podcasters to publish audio to the world—with one-click publishing to Apple…

    3.9

    ResearchedNo free planSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
15. 15

    

    DeepgramView

    Power enterprise voice solutions with Deepgram’s Speech-to-Text, Text-to-Speech, and Voice Agent APIs. Real-time, accurate, and built for scale.

    3.9

    ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
16. 16

    

    PodomaticView

    Publishing Podcasts for Free since 2005. Record, Publish, Distribute, and Monetize Your Podcast on Desktop or Any Mobile Device. Share Your Voice with the World.

    3.9

    ResearchedFree optionNeeds signupFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
17. 17

    

    AcastView

    Acast helps podcasters earn more. As the leading podcast monetization platform, we connect creators with premium advertisers to drive reliable revenue.

    3.8

    ResearchedFree optionNeeds signupFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
18. 18

    

    FathomView

    Fathom captures, transcribes, and summarizes Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams calls. Free for individuals, with AI-powered CRM updates for teams.

    3.8

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
19. 19

    

    TwistedWaveView

    TwistedWave is a fast, powerful and easy-to-use audio editor for Mac, Windows, iPhone, iPad and online. Record, edit, master, batch process and convert audio.

    3.8

    ResearchedNo free planSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 2 tasks scored
20. 20

    

    PodbeanView

    Podbean podcast hosting and monetizing platform helps you start a podcast. All the tools you need to create, promote and monetize your podcast.

    3.8

    ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
21. 21

    

    SoundtrapView

    Make music together online. Free instruments, loops, drum kits, and vocal tuner in one studio. Record, edit, mix, and master your audio, no downloads - sign up for free.

    3.8

    ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 2 tasks scored
22. 22

    

    ArdourView

    Ardour is a free/open-source digital audio workstation for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Produce beats, record live music, track vocals, and mix for streaming

    3.7

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
23. 23

    

    CaptivateView

    Host unlimited podcasts with the world's only growth-focused podcast hosting™. Create, grow & monetize your show with our podcast platform.

    3.7

    ResearchedNo free planNeeds signupFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
24. 24

    

    OtterView

    Otter AI Meeting Agent supports real-time transcription, live chat, automated summaries, insights, and action items.

    3.7

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
25. 25

    

    Audio JoinerView

    Audio Joiner is listed for: audio editor.

    3.7

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
26. 26

    B

    BlubrryView

    Blubrry podcast platform provides hosting, statistics, distribution, website, monetization, and more with phone support, with a free trial.

    3.7

    ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
27. 27

    

    MP3CutView

    The easiest way to cut out a piece of music

    3.7

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
28. 28

    

    Online Audio ConverterView

    Online Audio Converter is listed for: audio converter.

    3.7

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
29. 29

    

    Online Voice RecorderView

    Online Voice Recorder is listed for: voice recorder, audio editor.

    3.7

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 2 tasks scored
30. 30

    

    AudacityView

    Audacity is the world's most popular audio editing and recording app. Edit, mix, and enhance your audio tracks with the power of Audacity. Download now!

    3.6

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 3 tasks scored
31. 31

    

    AudioboomView

    Host, distribute and monetize your podcast with Audioboom.

    3.6

    ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
32. 32

    

    AudiotoolView

    Audiotool is a 100% free, browser-based DAW with no track or feature caps. Build modular signal chains, run VST3 plugins, and collaborate in real time — no install.

    3.6

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
33. 33

    

    BandLabView

    The cloud platform where musicians and fans create music, collaborate, and engage with each other across the globe

    3.6

    ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 2 tasks scored
34. 34

    

    LibsynView

    The best podcast hosting, distribution & monetization platform. Detailed stats | Excellent service | Start for free

    3.6

    ResearchedUnclearSignup unclearFiles uploaded0 of 1 tasks scored
35. 35

    

    REAPERView

    REAPER is listed for: audio editor, voice recorder.

    3.5

    ResearchedNo free planSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 2 tasks scored
36. 36

    

    foobar2000View

    foobar2000 is listed for: audio converter.

    3.4

    ResearchedNo free planSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
37. 37

    

    Bear Audio ToolView

    Bear Audio Tool is listed for: audio editor.

    3.3

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
38. 38

    

    dBpowerampView

    dBpoweramp: mp3 converter, FLAC, WAV, AAC and Apple Losslesss. CD Ripper, Album Art, Asset UPnP Server, Image Converter, Video Converter, PerfectTUNES, AccurateRip

    3.3

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored
39. 39

    

    fre:acView

    fre:ac is listed for: audio converter.

    3.0

    ResearchedFree optionSignup unclearFile handling unclear0 of 1 tasks scored

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