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About Mic Drop
What is Mic Drop?
Mic Drop is a macOS app that gives you instant control over your microphone across all applications. It solves the panicked fumbling for a mute button during calls by letting you mute or unmute with a simple global keyboard shortcut—⌘⇧M by default. It works system-wide, so it's compatible with Zoom, Slack, Google Meet, Skype, Microsoft Teams, FaceTime, Discord, and any other app that uses a mic.
Who is it for?
It's for anyone who uses a microphone on a Mac—remote workers, podcasters, streamers, gamers, or even online performers (yes, it's been used in magic shows!). It's especially useful if you jump between several meeting apps and want a consistent way to mute. It's not a replacement for individual app mute buttons; rather, it provides a universal, faster layer of control.
Real use cases
Use Push-to-Talk (hold a key to speak) during gaming or recording. Turn on audio and visual notifications so you always know if your mic is live. Set custom keyboard shortcuts for different devices—like muting only your internal mic while keeping an external one active. Or trigger mute from a Stream Deck or via AppleScript for advanced automation.
Key features
- Global keyboard shortcut — Mute/unmute instantly from any app with ⌘⇧M (customisable).
- Push-to-Talk & Hold-to-Mute — Speak only while holding a key, or mute only for as long as you hold it.
- Audio & visual notifications — See and hear your mute status so you never accidentally stay muted or unmuted.
- Mic Check — Preview your mic before a call to ensure it's set up properly.
- Per-device controls & quick switching — Manage multiple microphones independently and switch between them in seconds.
- AirPods Press to Mute — Use your AirPods' force sensor as a mute toggle.
- Stream Deck plugin & AppleScript support — Integrate mute control into your streaming or automation workflow.
SaaSpartout Score
7.4
/10
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Mic Drop Pricing
Mic Drop pricing: Free (Just the Basics) / £5 one-time (Super Pro). Billing model: Free.
Just the Basics (Free — £0)
Mute from the menu bar. Forever free. Includes basic mute/unmute controls without additional notifications or custom shortcuts.
Super Pro (One-time purchase — £5)
Unlock audio & visual notifications, custom keyboard shortcuts, Push-to-Talk & Hold-to-Mute, Mic Check, fast device switching, extra menu bar icons, AppleScript support, and Stream Deck plugin. One-time purchase includes a 30-day free trial to test all features.
Note: Both plans are available on the Mac App Store. No subscription required.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mic Drop free?
Yes. Mic Drop offers a free 'Just the Basics' plan (mute from menu bar forever). The 'Super Pro' plan is a one-time purchase of £5 with a 30-day free trial.
How much does Mic Drop cost?
The free plan is £0. The Super Pro plan is a one-time payment of £5. There are no subscription fees.
Does Mic Drop work with Zoom and Teams?
Yes. Mic Drop mutes your audio at the system level, so it works with every app on your Mac, including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Slack, Discord, FaceTime, and more.
Who is Mic Drop best for?
It's best for remote workers, podcasters, streamers, and anyone who needs quick mute control across multiple apps. It's not ideal if you only ever use a single app with a built-in mute shortcut.
What are the best alternatives to Mic Drop?
Popular alternatives include MuteDeck (Stream Deck-focused), BackgroundMusic (open source), and hardware mute keys on some headsets. Mic Drop is unique for its simplicity and per-device controls.
