VideoMic GO II
RODEReleased Jan 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Aug 6, 2026
Capture clear audio with this lightweight, easy-to-use microphone featuring a reliable connection. The RODE VideoMic GO II scores 85/100 based on 7 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Futuremusic, Laptop Mag, MusicTech, and Digital Camera World.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 7 expert reviews
Critics are split: our scores run from 72 (Digitalfilmmaker) to 98 (Futuremusic) — a 26-point spread. Futuremusic tends to score generously across our dataset.
Average of 7 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
Pros
- Great sound quality(5)
- Lightweight design(5)
- Reliable connection(3)
- Easy to use(2)
- Budget friendly(2)
Cons
- No USB cable included(3)
- No physical level control(2)
7 Publication Reviews
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Røde’s VideoMic Go II is a winner, offering a fresh approach to a market need that pushes the microphone into new applications and territories.
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Rode has hit a home run with the VideoMic Go II, offering excellent audio quality, durability, and a powerful free software suite at an affordable price.
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RØDE’s VideoMic GO II is a significant update to the company’s portable video microphone that hugely broadens its appeal to content creators.
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It’s practically a no-brainer for vloggers, YouTubers and podcasters who want one mic that can do lots of different jobs.
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The Rode VideoMic Go II is a well-built and reliable budget microphone that delivers crisp audio and impressive versatility via its USB-C port and accompanying software.
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