Best AI to remove background noise from audio and calls
Clean up noisy recordings and calls in real time — the best AI noise-removal tools.
Updated 2026-05-30
Key takeaways
- Krisp removes background noise on any call app in real time.
- Descript's Studio Sound cleans up recorded audio after the fact.
- Use Krisp live, Descript for editing recordings.
The best AI to remove background noise is Krisp for live calls — it strips noise on Zoom, Meet and Teams in real time — or Descript's Studio Sound to clean up an already-recorded file. Use Krisp during calls, Descript when editing.
Krisp — real-time on any app
Krisp sits between your mic and any app, removing background noise and echo live, with a free tier. Adds transcription and notes too.
Descript — clean recordings
Descript's Studio Sound enhances recorded audio (removes noise, evens levels) as part of its transcript-based editor — ideal for podcasts.
Which to use
Live calls and meetings → Krisp. Cleaning up a recording you already have → Descript. Both have free options.
Tools mentioned
Krisp
AI noise cancellation, transcription and meeting notes.
Descript
Edit video and podcasts by editing the transcript like a doc.
ElevenLabs
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FAQ
What is the best AI to remove background noise?
Krisp for real-time noise removal on calls; Descript's Studio Sound for cleaning up recorded audio.
Does Krisp work on Zoom and Teams?
Yes — Krisp works with virtually any call or recording app by processing your mic input live.