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RØDE PodMic vs RØDE Wireless Micro

Compare pickup, connection, battery and recording features.

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RØDE PodMic

RØDE PodMic

  • Audio outputs: XLR.
  • Mounting / attachment: integrated swing mount.
KSh 20,800In Stock
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RØDE Wireless Micro

RØDE Wireless Micro

  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
  • Up to 21 hours with the case.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • About 102 g for the case.
  • Charging case via USB-C.
KSh 20,500In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The RØDE PodMic and RØDE Wireless Micro are closely matched on published specifications; they differ in type (Dynamic Broadcast Microphone vs Smartphone Wireless Microphone System) and microphone type (dynamic vs condenser).

This comparison is partial: only 6 of the 52 specifications are published for both products. The RØDE PodMic does not list Microphone System, Special Features or Power Source.

Audio

RØDE PodMic
Dynamic
RØDE Wireless Micro
Condenser

Mounting / attachment

RØDE PodMic
Integrated swing mount
RØDE Wireless Micro
Integrated clip plus magnetic attachment

Type

RØDE PodMic
Dynamic Broadcast Microphone
RØDE Wireless Micro
Smartphone Wireless Microphone System

Polar pattern

RØDE PodMic
Cardioid
RØDE Wireless Micro
Omnidirectional

Frequency response

RØDE PodMic
50 Hz–15 kHz
RØDE Wireless Micro
20Hz–20kHz

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

RØDE PodMic

  • Microphone type: Dynamic.

RØDE Wireless Micro

  • Microphone type: Condenser.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
AudioDynamicCondenser
Mounting / attachmentIntegrated swing mountIntegrated clip plus magnetic attachment
TypeDynamic Broadcast MicrophoneSmartphone Wireless Microphone System
Polar patternCardioidOmnidirectional
Frequency response50 Hz–15 kHz20Hz–20kHz

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
BrandRØDERØDE
ModelRØDE PodMicWireless Micro
TypeDynamic Broadcast MicrophoneSmartphone Wireless Microphone System
Announced—November 2024
Microphone System—2 transmitters + 1 USB-C smartphone receiver + charging case
Color—Black or White

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Mounting / AttachmentIntegrated swing mountIntegrated clip plus magnetic attachment
Special Features—Integrated acoustic chamber and ultra-light 12g transmitters

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Power Source—Built-in rechargeable batteries
Battery Type—Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Life—7 hours; up to 21 hours with charging case
Charging—Charging case via USB-C

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Microphone TypeDynamicCondenser
Polar PatternCardioidOmnidirectional
Frequency Response50 Hz–15 kHz20Hz–20kHz
Maximum SPL—135dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio—73dB
Equivalent Noise—21dBA
Audio Resolution—24-bit / 48kHz

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Audio OutputsXLRUSB-C digital audio
Connection—Digital wireless to plug-in USB-C receiver
USB—USB-C receiver and case charging
3.5mm Connection—Not applicable
Camera Compatibility—N/A for this smartphone kit; optional camera receiver/Camera Kit sold separately
Smartphone Compatibility—USB-C iPhone/iPad and Android devices; direct iOS connection through RØDE Capture where supported
Computer Compatibility—USB-C computers supported by receiver
Operating System Compatibility—iOS 14+; Android 11+ for USB-C version
Direct Device Compatibility—Direct Connect to supported iOS devices through RØDE Capture
App Support—RØDE Capture and RØDE Central

Wireless & Transmission

Wireless & Transmission specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Wireless Technology—RØDE digital wireless plus Direct Connect Bluetooth for iOS
Operating Frequency—2.4GHz ISM band
Transmission Range—Over 100m line-of-sight
Maximum Transmitters—2
Maximum Receivers / Channels—1 mobile receiver / 2 channels
Wireless Features—Automatic pairing and intelligent GainAssist

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Transmitter Microphone—Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone
Transmitter Input—Not applicable
Transmitter Recording—No
Internal Storage / Recording Time——
Transmitter Battery Life—Up to 7 hours
Transmitter Dimensions—40 × 20 × 17mm
Transmitter Weight—12g

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Receiver Type—USB-C smartphone receiver
Receiver Outputs—USB-C digital audio
Monitoring Output—Not applicable
Receiver Battery Life—Powered by connected smartphone
Receiver Charging Time——

Recording & Controls

Recording & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Onboard Recording—No
Bit Depth / Sample Rate—24-bit / 48kHz
Timecode—No
Safety Track—No
Gain Control—Intelligent GainAssist
Controls—Automatic operation with app configuration
Special Recording Features—Not applicable

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
Charging Case—Included
Case Battery Capacity—490mAh
Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles—Two additional full charges; up to 21 hours total
Case Charging Time—Approx. 3 hours
Case Charging Port—USB-C
Case Dimensions—72 × 58 × 30mm
Case Weight—Kit total approx. 102g
Case Features—Stores and charges two transmitters and mobile receiver

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationRØDE PodMicRØDE Wireless Micro
What's in the Box—2 × Wireless Micro transmitters, USB-C receiver, charging case, magnetic attachments, 2 × furry windshields, SC22 USB-C cable and documentation

Similarities

  • Both are made by RØDE.

In summary

RØDE PodMic and RØDE Micro are closely matched on the features compared here.

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