clir Hearing vs Vocly

clir Hearing is an iOS app that uses on-device processing to make speech clearer through headphones or hearing devices. Place an iPhone near a conversation or hold it, then open the app; it detects speech and removes background noise in real time. Clear Speech mode applies AI noise removal, while Original mode provides natural, gently amplified sound. Listed compatible devices include AirPods, Made-for-iPhone hearing aids, most Bluetooth headphones, and cochlear implants. Stated latency is 8 ms with wired audio and 98 ms with wireless audio. The app works without internet and requires no account. Audio stays on the device: conversations are not uploaded, stored, or used for training. Suggested situations include restaurants, family gatherings, meetings, television, and calls. First sessions are free without sign-up, with in-app purchases afterward. Monthly access costs $12.99 a month; yearly access costs $59.99 a year. It requires iOS 15.0 or later and is not a medical device.

Vocly is an Android app that uses on-device AI to separate phone audio and video into vocal and instrumental tracks. Standard mode separates vocals and instrumental; Advanced mode also separates drums, bass, and other sounds. It accepts MP3, M4A, WAV, FLAC, and OGG audio. The mixer can mute, solo, balance, loop, change tempo from 75–125%, shift pitch by ±6 semitones, and compare with the original. Users can add and synchronize lyrics for karaoke. Imported MP4 or MOV video can be exported with vocals or music while retaining its picture. Audio exports include M4A, WAV, and FLAC, with individual stems or custom mixes. Separations are saved locally, and a batch queue handles multiple files. After a one-time model download, processing works offline. The Free plan costs nothing and includes ads, separation, mixer, karaoke mode, and a stem library. Pro monthly and lifetime plans have prices not listed.