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EarTrumpet

Per-app volume mixer for the Windows system tray

FreeUtilitiesChecked Oct 9, 2026
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What is EarTrumpet?

EarTrumpet is a free volume control app for Windows that sits in the system tray and opens its own volume flyout. It sets the volume of each app separately, moves an app's audio to a different playback device, and changes the default device in two clicks. It is installed from the Microsoft Store, winget or Chocolatey, and its source is on GitHub under an MIT license that excludes three named companies.

EarTrumpet is free to use. See every plan

Good for

  • Windows users who want a different volume for each app
  • People who switch often between speakers, headsets and other outputs
  • Anyone who wants a free volume mixer that matches the Windows 10 and 11 look

Worth knowing

  • Windows only. The README lists Windows 10 version 1803 and later and Windows 11 as supported.
  • When the app crashes it sends diagnostic details, such as exception, version and system settings, to Bugsnag, as its privacy document describes.
  • Automatic updates are listed as coming through the Microsoft Store; winget and Chocolatey are offered as command-line installs.
  • The license is the MIT License with a preface that bars three named companies from reproducing, distributing or adapting the software.

Key features

Per-app volume
Controls the volume of both classic and modern Windows apps, app by app, from a flyout opened at the system tray icon.
Move apps between devices
An app's audio can be moved from one playback device to another, so different programs can play through different outputs.
Default device in two clicks
The flyout manages the default playback device, and the context menu keeps shortcuts to the legacy volume mixer and app volume preferences.
Standalone mixer with peak meters
A standalone volume mixer window is included, and audio activity is visualized with peak meters that are aware of multiple channels.
Hotkeys and scroll wheel
Hotkeys are configurable and can adjust several devices at once, and optional settings change the volume with the scroll wheel anywhere or over the tray icon.
Matches the Windows look
The flyout follows light and dark mode and every accent color, and the interface has been translated into more than 20 languages.

EarTrumpet pricing

Starts at
Free
Free plan
The US Microsoft Store lists the app as Free with no in-app purchases, and it can also be installed with winget or Chocolatey. The GitHub project accepts sponsors.
Free trial
None listed
EarTrumpet$0The complete app. The Store terms allow installing it on up to ten Windows devices while signed in to a Microsoft account.

Read from apps.microsoft.com on Oct 9, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with EarTrumpet before you buy.

Pricing in detail

Works with

  • Feedback Hub

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Common questions

Is EarTrumpet free?

Yes. EarTrumpet is free to use. The US Microsoft Store lists the app as Free with no in-app purchases, and it can also be installed with winget or Chocolatey. The GitHub project accepts sponsors.

How much does EarTrumpet cost?

EarTrumpet lists one plan. EarTrumpet: $0. Prices were read from apps.microsoft.com on Oct 9, 2026.

What platforms does EarTrumpet work on?

EarTrumpet is available on Windows.

Does EarTrumpet have an Android app?

No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. EarTrumpet is listed for Windows.

Does EarTrumpet have an iPhone app?

No iPhone app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. EarTrumpet is listed for Windows.

Is EarTrumpet open source?

Yes. EarTrumpet is open source, according to its own site.

What does EarTrumpet integrate with?

EarTrumpet's listing names Feedback Hub. A listing names up to eight integrations, so it may connect to more.

Who makes EarTrumpet?

EarTrumpet is made by File-New-Project.

What are the alternatives to EarTrumpet?

The closest alternatives to EarTrumpet in our directory are SoundSource, Twinkle Tray and Microsoft PowerToys. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with EarTrumpet.

Sources for this page

The prices, plans, platforms and features above were read from these pages on Oct 9, 2026.