Whether you want to shoot your youtube video or recording a new podcast, the most important thing you have to make sure you have excellent audio quality.The good news is that over the last couple of years, we have seen video quality in android smartphones is top-notch.
But their built-in microphone quality in Galaxy or other Android smartphones won’t cut it.There are lots of excellent external microphones available in 2026 that will work on your android devices. Those provide different styles according to your needs.
The most popular microphone option that works in almost every situation is the lavalier microphone by just clipping to your shirts. There are few shotgun-style microphones you can use just by plugging them into your headphone.You can also use a specifically designed microphone for digital audio recorders or DSLR like these camera Shotgun microphones. Still, you will need a TRS to TRRS Microphone Cable Adaptor to plug them right.
This article will specifically focus on best external android microphones that don’t need adapters to keep things simple. And there are lots of options available to improve your audio quality.
I also have a separate article specifically focused on iPhone microphones with options that use the lightning connector if you feel like you need one of those.
Best Lavalier Microphones For Android
Rode SmartLav+
The Rode SmartLav+ is one of the demanded choices for smartphone recording for both (android and IOS). You will get extraordinary audio sound quality with this microphone backed by a well-respected brand.
Rode SmartLav+ comes with a pouch, clip, windscreen, and a 1-year service warranty.
Shure MVL
The Shure MVL is an omnidirectional microphone that connects to your android phones and gives your audio superior acoustic clarity.It comes with RF interference protection, a high signal-to-noise ratio, high SPL, and a windscreen. Shure MVL can be an excellent choice to improve your audio quality.
Audio-Technica ATR3350iS
The Audio-Technica ATR3350iS comes with its built-in headphone jack connection and TRS cable so that you can use this mic with any device you want. Its specifically engineered for intelligible, accurate voice reproduction. But it required a small battery just to make sure that you pick up some extras.
Movo PM10
The Movo PM10 is the cheapest microphone on this list, But Movo PM10 will definitely improves your audio quality over your built-in phone mic.
Rode VideoMic Me
The Rode VideoMic Me is a shotgun, compact, and lightweight directional microphone for your smartphone. It comes with its built-in 3.5mm TRRS headphone output for directly plugged on your smartphone.Rode VideoMic Me also includes a deluxe furry windshield for shooting outdoors.
This is an excellent mic for smaller phones-highly recommended.
Comica CVM-VS08
The Comica CVM-VS08 is a directional shotgun microphone for smartphones. CVM-VS08 comes with a super-cardioid polar pattern that focuses only on the sounds you are pointing towards.
Saramonic SmartMic
The Saramonic SmartMic is a battery-free shotgun mic that comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack designed to connect to your smartphones. This mic will definitely increase your audio sound quality over using an external microphone.