Customer Ratings & Reviews

I use this with a rode pop filter, mostly for discord and zoom meetings. The quality of this mic is insanely good (both sound and build quality). The only downside is the pop filter that is build inside the mic (doesn't work really well). So I had to put an ugly pop filter over the mic (the mic itself looks so good) for the best sound quality.

Crisp audio input. It just sounds good and looks the part.

If you want a better sound quality in your voice this microphone is a very good choice

Perfect microphone! I listen to a few podcasts that use this, and I use it in my own discord and streaming setup. Originally I plugged it into a roland duo-capture ex interface but recently switched to the XLR dock for the stream deck plus. Fantastic!

Was attempted to get the one with USB c but eventually figured it out its not necessary. Got the wireless one from rode to make the whole setup more versatile

Really good quality mic for the price and is good for streaming and starting a podcast if you are just getting into it

An absolutely amazing product, I'd give it 5 stars. Though I have to take one off due to it only having the mic and no additional cables. For people who already have an interest or small hobbies that require a good mic it's not an issue. But for those who just buy it and think it has all the parts for instant use, just remember to get a xlr cable.

Seriously the best sounding mic ever and for the price its seriously the best out there.

Amazing quality not super bulky. I love this mic so far no complaints

Great mic love it!!! The price is right. The sounds is amazing.

Got it to start a microphone works great wouldn’t recommend for making music though

This mic is great. Just what I needed, however, I did need to buy the cords and interface from Amazon/ other stores because they weren’t available in-store. I wish the retail experience was more complete instead of going on a wild goose chase. It doesn’t make sense to sell this product, and not have the other equipment available.

This is a great pod mic and a great price plus it’s like built like a tank. I love it.

Great Xlr mic for the price. Was deciding between this and a blue spark. Glad I chose this

The mic is amazing, it is very sensitive to sound so be mindful when recording, any sound that it might be on the area it might catch it

I wanted to upgrade my mic to an XLR setup. This mic was fantastic to get up and running. It’s built like a tank and looks great. Sound quality is exceptional for what you pay for. I would highly recommend this mic to someone who wants to get into podcasting or streaming.

My thoughts on the road podcast Mike is that this is a really good microphone for single podcast or duel or if you're doing a group podcast there's a real good sound quality to it it has little feedback it doesn't really require a Mike poster but I am using a Mike booster for mine which boost the game up 25 extra dB so I have more control with the volume other than that the only downfall that I have with this microphone is the weight of it Other than that the build of it the way it's put together I think they did a really good job and I would recommend this to anyone doing podcast

I’ve been using the Rode PodMic and it punches way above its price. The sound is full, warm, and focused — it gives that clean “radio voice” tone without needing a ton of editing. If you’re doing podcasts, streaming, or voice content, it locks onto your voice and keeps background noise under control. It’s solid metal and feels extremely durable. This isn’t a lightweight plastic mic — it’s built to last. The internal pop filter helps reduce harsh plosives, though I’d still recommend good mic technique. Keep in mind, this is an XLR mic, so you’ll need an audio interface or mixer. It also benefits from a decent amount of gain, so pairing it with a quality interface makes a difference. Bottom line: If you want professional-sounding voice audio without spending a fortune, this is a serious upgrade. It’s dependable, clean, and made specifically for spoken word.

[Employee of bestbuy] Great microphone for podcasts, long gaming sessions with friends, or recordings. The quality is great, being mostly metal, but if you own one of those spring cantilever microphone arms this will weigh it down significantly. I also didn’t like the fact that there isn’t a preamp.

The RØDE PodMic is an absolute powerhouse for anyone serious about podcasting, streaming, or voiceover work. The build quality is incredibly rugged—it feels like a tank and looks fantastic on a boom arm. Sound-wise, it delivers a rich, warm, broadcast-ready tone that handles plosives remarkably well thanks to the integrated pop shield. Because it’s a dynamic microphone, it does an excellent job of rejecting background noise, ensuring your voice stays crisp and clear even in a less-than-perfect room. For a microphone at this price point, the professional-level audio clarity it offers is unmatched. It pairs beautifully with any standard audio interface or mixer and consistently punches way above its weight class.