I genuinely loved using the Hollyland Lark A1 while travelling recently. It quickly became part of my daily kit. I teamed it with the Google Voice Recorder app on my Samsung S25+, and capturing clean, clear trip notes on the go was effortless. Whether I was walking through a national park or jotting down thoughts from the passenger seat, it just worked.

It also came to the rescue for a last-minute podcast interview on the road, no fuss, no setup dramas, just plug in and go. For creators, writers, or podcasters who want reliable audio without the bulk, this mic really delivers.