Audio Owl
Manage audio device priorities
Only for Mac
Free · In‑App Purchases
Mac
Audio Owl - Smart Audio Switching for macOS
Effortlessly manage and prioritize your audio devices with intelligent automatic switching.
Audio Owl is a powerful yet simple menu bar utility that takes the hassle out of managing multiple audio devices on your Mac. Whether you're switching between
headphones, speakers, microphones, or professional audio equipment, this app ensures your preferred device is always selected automatically.
Key Features
Smart Priority System
• Set custom priority rankings for your input and output devices
• Automatically switches to your highest-priority available device
• No more manual switching when devices connect or disconnect
Instant Menu Bar Access
• Quick device overview and switching from your menu bar
• See current active devices at a glance
• One-click device selection for immediate changes
Intuitive Management
• Drag-and-drop priority reordering
• Visual indicators for device availability
• Clean, native macOS interface following Apple's design guidelines
Flexible Control
• Toggle automatic switching on/off as needed
• Lock current selection to prevent unwanted changes
• Manual device selection remains always available
Perfect For
• Remote Workers - Seamlessly switch between meeting headsets and speakers
• Content Creators - Manage professional microphones and studio monitors
• Music Enthusiasts - Effortlessly switch between audiophile headphones and speakers
• Gamers - Automatically prioritize gaming headsets over built-in audio
• Anyone with multiple audio devices who wants a smarter Mac experience
How It Works
1. Set Your Preferences - Arrange your audio devices in order of priority
2. Enable Auto-Switch - Let the app handle device selection automatically
3. Connect & Go - Your preferred device is selected instantly when available
Audio Owl runs quietly in your menu bar, using minimal system resources while keeping your audio setup exactly how you want it.
Ratings & Reviews
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Fixed grandfathering issues for early users after the pricing model change
The developer, Deniz Polat, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Deniz Polat
- Size
- 1.4 MB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
- Mac
Requires macOS 14.0 or later.
- Mac
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Lifetime Access $7.99
- Copyright
- © 2026 Deniz Polat