About Mic Drop
Overview
Mic Drop is a Mac app that mutes and unmutes your microphone across every meeting tool on your machine. It mutes audio at the system level, so one control covers Zoom, Slack, Google Meet, Skype, Microsoft Teams, FaceTime, Discord, and other apps. Apple has featured it on the Mac App Store, and thousands of people use it during meetings, podcasts, and livestreams.
A rebuilt version adds more customisation on top of that core toggle: separate shortcuts for mute, unmute, and Mic Check, push-to-talk, audio and visual alerts, AppleScript commands, an AirPods press gesture, and a Stream Deck plugin. Per-device settings let you exclude microphones you do not want Mic Drop to touch, and warnings flag hardware the app cannot control.
Key Benefits
- One hotkey mutes and unmutes you in every app on the Mac, so you never hunt for the meeting window.
- Push-to-talk and hold-to-mute open the mic only while you speak and close it while you listen.
- Mic Check shows live mic volume and mute status in a resizable floating window.
- Sound effects and visual notifications confirm every mute and unmute.
- Device warnings tell you when a microphone cannot be muted before you go live.
- The developer states the app never listens to your audio, and the paid version is a one-time purchase rather than a subscription.
How It Works
You download Mic Drop from the Mac App Store and run it alongside whichever conferencing tool you use. Choose a shortcut for the mute toggle, or bind separate shortcuts for mute-only, unmute-only, and Mic Check, then mute from the hotkey or the menu bar icon without leaving the app you are in. Mic Check stays on screen to show current volume and mute state, and you switch input devices straight from the menu bar.
Use Cases
- Remote workers who join back-to-back calls in different apps keep one shortcut instead of learning each platform's mute key.
- Podcast hosts and guests close the mic between segments while they record in a separate audio application.
- Consultants who switch between web conference services reuse the same key combo in every client call.
- Streamers route mute to a physical Stream Deck button so their hands stay on their gear.
- AirPods users press the force sensor to mute and unmute without touching the keyboard.
Why Choose This Product
Mic Drop separates itself from built-in meeting controls by working outside each app: the same hotkey and menu bar control covers every platform, and per-device settings keep it away from microphones you do not want it to handle. The app never listens in, according to its privacy policy. You pay once for Super Pro after a 30-day trial, a free tier handles menu bar muting, and the developer answers support email personally.
Mic Drop Pros & Cons
- System-level mute covers Zoom, Teams, Meet, Slack, and Discord
- Free tier mutes from the menu bar at no cost
- No subscription; Super Pro is a one-time purchase
- Stream Deck plugin and AppleScript add external control
- Developer answers support email quickly, per customer reviews
- Mac-only app for apps running on a Mac
- Some devices cannot be muted, so Mic Drop warns instead
- Push-to-talk, custom shortcuts, Mic Check, AppleScript, and Stream Deck need Super Pro
Key Features
System-Wide Mute
Mic Drop mutes audio at the system level so the same control works in Zoom, Slack, Google Meet, Skype, Microsoft Teams, FaceTime, Discord, and other Mac apps.
Custom Shortcuts
Super ProYou assign separate shortcuts for mute toggle, mute-only, unmute-only, and Mic Check.
Push-to-Talk
Super ProHolding a shortcut keeps the mic open while you speak, and hold-to-mute closes it while you listen.
Mic Check Window
Super ProA resizable floating window shows your mic volume and mute status at all times.
Mute Notifications
Super ProA sound effect or a visual notification fires each time you mute or unmute.
AppleScript Automation
Super ProAppleScript commands let other apps and scripts control Mic Drop.
AirPods Press to Mute
Pressing the force sensor on AirPods mutes and unmutes your microphone.
Stream Deck Plugin
Super ProAn integrated Stream Deck plugin turns the deck into a physical mute button.
Quick Device Switching
Super ProYou change your input device in one click from the menu bar.
Device Safeguards
Mic Drop warns you when a device cannot be muted and lets you choose which devices it controls.
Mic Drop Pricing
View full pricing →- Mute from the menu bar
- Forever free
- Download from the Mac App Store
- Audio & visual mute notifications
- Custom keyboard shortcuts and push-to-talk
- Mic Check floating status window
- Fast input device switching from the menu bar
- AppleScript support and Stream Deck plugin
- Extra menu bar icons
| Feature | Free Free | Super Pro $5 one-time |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Shortcuts | ||
| Push-to-Talk | ||
| Mic Check Window | ||
| Mute Notifications | ||
| AppleScript Automation | ||
| Stream Deck Plugin | ||
| Quick Device Switching |
Pricing extracted from the product website and may change. Check the source for current details.
Frequently asked questions about Mic Drop
Does Mic Drop work with Zoom, Teams, and other meeting apps?
Yes. Mic Drop mutes audio at the system level, so it works with any app on your Mac. The developer lists testing with Zoom, Slack, Google Meet, Skype, Microsoft Teams, FaceTime, and Discord.
Is Mic Drop a subscription?
No. The site says there is no subscription: you pay once for Super Pro and use it forever, after a 30-day free trial.
Is there a free version?
Yes. The Free tier costs $0 and lets you mute from the menu bar, forever free. Super Pro adds notifications, custom shortcuts, push-to-talk, Mic Check, fast device switching, extra menu bar icons, AppleScript, and the Stream Deck plugin.
Does Mic Drop listen to or record my audio?
No. The site states that the app does not ever listen in; it only controls your microphone at the system level and points readers to its privacy policy.
Can I mute while I am using a different app than the meeting window?
Yes. The custom shortcut works globally, so you can mute and unmute while working in another app, which users cite as the reason they pick it over each platform's built-in mute key.
Can I control Mic Drop from other apps or hardware?
Yes. AppleScript commands let other apps control Mic Drop, and the Stream Deck plugin turns a Stream Deck into a physical mute button. You can also press the force sensor on AirPods to mute and unmute.