Microphone Tester.
Check your microphone with a live level meter, choose the input you want, and record five seconds to play back. Free, no sign-up, and nothing is uploaded.
Live level
What is a microphone test?
A microphone tester shows the live input level of your microphone, so you can see whether it picks up sound. You can record a short clip and play it back to hear how you sound. The recording stays in your browser.
See also the device testers, including Speaker Test and Webcam Tester.
How to test your microphone
- Press "Start microphone" and allow access when your browser asks.
- Speak at a normal volume. The meter should rise and fall with your voice.
- Press "Record 5 seconds", speak, then play the clip back to hear how you sound.
A quiet room shows a low level, and a noisy room shows a higher one. The meter shows loudness only, not sound quality.
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Questions.
Why isn't the meter moving?
Check that you allowed microphone access, that the right input is selected, and that your system or a headset is not muted. Speak closer to the microphone and check the volume your operating system uses for input.
Is my recording uploaded anywhere?
No. The recording is made and played back in your browser. It is kept only in this tab and is discarded when you close the page.
Why do the device names only appear after I allow access?
Browsers hide the names of microphones until you allow microphone access, so the list fills in after you press Start.
Why does the meter show a number when nothing is happening?
The meter always shows background noise, such as fans or room sound. A steady low number is normal in a quiet room.
Can I test a headset microphone with this?
Yes. After you allow access, choose the headset in the Input list, then speak into it and watch the level meter.
Your privacy
These tests run in your browser. Your microphone and camera are used only while a test is running, and nothing you do is sent to our servers. We do not ask for your name, email or any account details. Read the website privacy policy for details.