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SoundSwitchSoundAnchor
Free

The open-source application is available without a license fee.

 Paid

Paid app with a 30-day free trial on the direct download; direct Mac licences also work on…

Windows Windows, macOS
  • Separate shortcuts for playback and recording devices
  • Keeps a chosen microphone active when Bluetooth headphones connect
  • Device priority and mic gain controls in the menu bar
  • Requires Windows and configured audio devices.
  • Windows version is a beta
  • Multi-device audio setups are Mac only
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-3.0 License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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