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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£25
  • Avg. price in US: ~$30
  • Connection type: USB
  • Transducer type: electret condenser
  • Max SPL: ?
  • Supported sample rates: 48 kHz
  • Output connector type: USB-a

Trust GXT 232 Mantis review. Compare 76 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among microphones and if it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the microphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best microphones on the market.

Score components:

75.0%

6.0

Technical Score

25.0%

?

User score

Good
6.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the microphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: sound quality, sensitivity, pickup pattern, connectivity, onboard controls, accessories, compatibility, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare microphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

8.2

Audio Performance

20.0%

4.1

Recording

16.0%

2.8

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

4.9

Controls & Features

10.0%

10

Power

7.0%

8.6

Compatibility

5.0%

4.0

Connectivity

3.0%

8.0

Design

3.0%

9.1

Accessories

Good
?

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the microphone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 4.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    25.0%

    4.0

    Zero-latency monitoring

    25.0%

    4.0

    Onboard gain control

    20.0%

    10

    Mute function

    20.0%

    1.0

    Volume control levels

    10.0%

    4.0

    RGB lighting

  • 2.2
    Podcasting

    Score components:

    25.0%

    1.0

    Cardioid pattern

    20.0%

    4.0

    Zero-latency monitoring

    20.0%

    4.0

    Onboard gain control

    20.0%

    1.0

    Audio interface bit depth

    15.0%

    1.0

    Audio interface sample rate

  • 4.9
    Vocal recording

    Score components:

    40.0%

    ?

    Max SPL

    20.0%

    2.8

    Highest frequency

    20.0%

    4.6

    Lowest frequency

    20.0%

    1.0

    Cardioid pattern

  • 4.5
    Streaming

    Score components:

    25.0%

    4.0

    Loopback support

    25.0%

    4.0

    Zero-latency monitoring

    20.0%

    4.0

    Onboard gain control

    15.0%

    10

    Mute function

    15.0%

    1.0

    Volume control levels

  • 9.4
    Camera use

    Score components:

    30.0%

    ?

    Weight

    25.0%

    10

    Windscreen included

    25.0%

    10

    Shock mount included

    10.0%

    9.7

    Height

    10.0%

    9.9

    Width

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £25

Best rankings

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Trust GXT 232 Mantis is a budget-friendly USB condenser microphone designed for streaming and recording on PC, PS4, and PS5. It features an omnidirectional polar pattern, a frequency response of 50 Hz to 16,000 Hz, an impedance of 32 Ohms, and a sensitivity of -38 dB. The main pros include its plug-and-play simplicity, a 1.5m cable, and a comprehensive accessory bundle that includes a tripod stand, a shock mount to reduce surface vibrations, and a pop filter for clearer speech. However, it lacks a physical mute button or gain control, and users often report a noticeable level of background hiss or ambient noise due to its non-directional pickup pattern and plastic build.

Technical Specifications of Trust GXT 232 Mantis

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the microphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: sound quality, sensitivity, pickup pattern, connectivity, onboard controls, accessories, compatibility, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare microphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

?

Audio Performance

20.0%

?

Recording

16.0%

?

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

?

Controls & Features

10.0%

?

Power

7.0%

?

Compatibility

5.0%

?

Connectivity

3.0%

?

Design

3.0%

?

Accessories

6.0
Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a technical score of 5.99 points, which is lower than 81.9% of microphones.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the microphone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

?
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the microphone.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 68.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the microphone's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a microphone with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.0

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.2
Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is lower than 87.9% of products in this category.
Microphone type
What it is: The overall microphone class intended for uses such as studio work, lavalier recording, handheld speech, or instrument capture.
When it matters: When you are choosing the right microphone style for studio work, interviews, streaming, or instruments.

Importance: LOW

studio
Transducer type
What it is: The transducer technology used to convert sound into an electrical signal.
When it matters: When you are choosing between condenser, dynamic, or ribbon behavior for your room and voice.

Importance: LOW

electret condenser
Diaphragm size
What it is: The diameter of the microphone diaphragm that reacts to incoming sound pressure.
When it matters: When you compare small and large diaphragm microphones for vocal detail, room tone, or transient response.

Importance: LOW

?
Capsule type
What it is: The capsule construction used inside the microphone to capture sound.
When it matters: When you compare different capsule designs for tone, detail, or recording style.

Importance: LOW

single
Sensitivity
What it is: The output level produced by the microphone for a given sound pressure reference.
When it matters: When you need enough output level without driving your preamp too hard.

Importance: LOW

-38 dBV/Pa
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Connection type
What it is: The connection standard used to link the microphone with recorders, mixers, phones, or computers.
When it matters: When you need the microphone to plug directly into the device you actually record with.

Importance: LOW

USB
Output connector type
What it is: The type of output connector used by the microphone for sending its audio signal.
When it matters: When you need the microphone to connect to a specific kind of input on your gear.

Importance: LOW

USB-a
Headphone output
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone has a headphone output for direct monitoring.
When it matters: When you want to hear your own voice directly while recording or streaming.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include a headphone output. 63.5% of microphones include this output.
3.5 mm audio jack
What it is: Indicates whether a 3.5 mm audio jack is available for monitoring or direct connection.
When it matters: When you want to plug headphones or a cable directly into a standard 3.5 mm socket.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include a 3.5 mm jack. 63.3% of microphones include this connector.
6.35 mm audio jack connector
What it is: Indicates whether a 6.35 mm audio jack connector is present on the microphone or included interface.
When it matters: When your headphones, mixer, or instrument chain relies on a 6.35 mm jack connection.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include a 6.35 mm jack. 2% of microphones include this connector.
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Supported sample rates
What it is: The digital sample rates supported by the microphone for recording or monitoring.
When it matters: When you need the microphone to support the sample rates used in your recording workflow.

Importance: LOW

48 kHz
Supported bit depths
What it is: The digital bit depth values supported by the microphone for audio capture.
When it matters: When you want more digital recording resolution for editing or processing later.

Importance: LOW

16 bit
Audio interface sample rate
What it is: The audio interface sample rates supported by the microphone for digital capture or monitoring.
When it matters: When you need the microphone interface to support the sample rate used by your recording or streaming setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

48 kHz
Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports an interface sample rate of 48 kHz which is higher than that of 2.4% of microphones and equal to that of 55.3% of microphones.
Audio interface bit depth
What it is: The audio interface bit depths supported by the microphone for digital recording quality.
When it matters: When you want the microphone interface to support the bit depth used in your recording chain.

Importance: LOW

16 bit
Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports an interface bit depth of 16 bit which is lower than that of 58.8% of microphones and equal to that of 41.2% of microphones.
Signal-to-noise ratio (DAC)
What it is: The signal to noise ratio of the integrated DAC or headphone interface stage.
When it matters: When you monitor through the microphone headphone output and want that digital path to stay quiet.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
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N. of polar patterns
What it is: The number of selectable pickup patterns available for different recording situations.
When it matters: When one microphone has to cover solo voice, room sound, and interview style setups.

Importance: MEDIUM

1
The number of selectable polar patterns offered by Trust GXT 232 Mantis is 1, which is lower than that of 24.6% of microphones and equal to that of 75.4% of microphones.
Cardioid pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a cardioid pickup pattern for front focused capture.
When it matters: When you want to isolate one speaker in front of the microphone for podcasts, calls, or streaming.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support a cardioid pickup pattern. 91.5% of microphones support this pattern.
Omnidirectional pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers an omnidirectional pickup pattern for 360 degree capture.
When it matters: When you want to capture everyone around the microphone instead of one voice from the front.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports an omnidirectional pickup pattern. 25.6% of microphones support this pattern.
Hypercardioid pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a hypercardioid pickup pattern with narrower front focus.
When it matters: When you want stronger rejection of sounds coming from the sides in a noisy room.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support a hypercardioid pickup pattern. 1.5% of microphones support this pattern.
Bidirectional pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a bidirectional pickup pattern for front and rear capture.
When it matters: When you record two people facing each other with one microphone between them.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support a bidirectional pickup pattern. 17.1% of microphones support this pattern.
Mute function
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone has a built in mute control for quickly silencing the signal.
When it matters: When you need to silence the microphone instantly during live calls, streams, or meetings.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a mute function. 67.8% of microphones include this control.
Onboard gain control
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone provides a built in control for adjusting input gain.
When it matters: When different speakers or scenes need fast gain changes without touching the interface.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include onboard gain control. 51.5% of microphones include this control.
Volume control levels
What it is: The available volume level or volume adjustment provided directly on the microphone or its interface.
When it matters: When you want direct volume adjustment on the microphone or its built in interface.

Importance: LOW

0
Trust GXT 232 Mantis offers volume output of 0 which is lower than that of 65.1% of microphones and equal to that of 34.9% of microphones.
Flat DSP mode
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone provides a flat DSP mode without tonal processing.
When it matters: When you want a neutral sound profile before adding your own EQ or processing.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support a flat DSP mode. 25.5% of microphones offer this processing option.
DSP presets
What it is: The number of built in DSP preset modes available for different sound profiles.
When it matters: When you want quick tone changes for voice, streaming, or different recording scenes.

Importance: LOW

0
Trust GXT 232 Mantis offers 0 DSP presets, which is fewer than 16.6% of microphones and equal to 83.4% of microphones.
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Phantom power required
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone needs external phantom power to operate normally.
When it matters: When you use the microphone with an interface or mixer that may not provide phantom power.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not require phantom power. 90.4% of microphones also operate without phantom power.
Phantom power voltage
What it is: The phantom power voltage required by the microphone for proper operation.
When it matters: When you must confirm that your power supply matches what the microphone actually expects.

Importance: LOW

N/A
USB bus-powered
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can be powered directly through its USB connection.
When it matters: When you want the microphone to run from a laptop or phone without a separate power supply.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports USB bus power. 85.9% of microphones support USB-powered operation.
Battery life
What it is: The expected operating time on battery power during portable or wireless use.
When it matters: When you use the microphone away from wall power for events, field work, or mobile video.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Height
What it is: The overall height of the microphone body, stand, or supplied desktop structure.
When it matters: When the microphone has to fit under a monitor, inside a booth, or into a limited desk space.

Importance: LOW

150 mm
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is 150 mm tall, which is shorter than 82.1% of microphones and equal in height to 1.5% of microphones.
Body only.
Width
What it is: The overall width of the microphone body or its integrated base.
When it matters: When the microphone must fit between monitors, on a narrow desk, or inside a compact rig.

Importance: LOW

50 mm
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is 50 mm wide, which is narrower than 75.5% of microphones and equal in width to 8.7% of microphones.
Thickness
What it is: The overall depth or front to back thickness of the microphone unit.
When it matters: When front to back depth decides whether the microphone clears your screen or keyboard area.

Importance: LOW

35 mm
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is 35 mm thick, which is thinner than 97.9% of microphones and equal in thickness to 0.5% of microphones.
Weight
What it is: The total mass of the microphone with its included or attached parts.
When it matters: When you mount the microphone on a small arm, pack it for travel, or hold it for long sessions.

Importance: LOW

?
Body material
What it is: The main material used for the microphone body or housing.
When it matters: When you care about how sturdy, premium, or lightweight the microphone body feels over time.

Importance: LOW

plastic
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Included accessories
What it is: The accessories supplied in the box with the microphone for mounting, protection, or immediate use.
When it matters: When you want the box to include the accessories needed to set up and use the microphone right away.

Importance: LOW

stand; shock mount; pop filter; windscreen; cable; mount adapter; carrying case
Shock mount included
What it is: Indicates whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibration and handling noise.
When it matters: When desk vibrations or boom arm movement would otherwise travel into the recording.

Importance: LOW

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a shock mount. 49.5% of microphones include this accessory.
Pop filter included
What it is: Indicates whether a pop filter is included to reduce plosive sounds during speech recording.
When it matters: When you record speech up close and want to reduce strong p and b bursts.

Importance: LOW

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a pop filter. 60.9% of microphones include this accessory.
Windscreen included
What it is: Indicates whether a windscreen is included to reduce wind and breath noise.
When it matters: When you record outdoors or close to the mouth and want less wind or breath noise.

Importance: LOW

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a windscreen. 31.3% of microphones include this accessory.
Cable length
What it is: The length of the included or attached audio cable supplied with the microphone.
When it matters: When the microphone has to reach your desk, camera rig, or interface without extension cables.

Importance: LOW

1.5 m
Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a cable length of 1.5 m which is shorter than that of 81.9% of microphones and equal to that of 7.1% of microphones.
Android compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with Android phones or tablets.
When it matters: When you plan to use the microphone with an Android phone or tablet without trial and error.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is not compatible with Android. 66.3% of microphones are compatible with Android.
iOS compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with iPhone or iPad devices.
When it matters: When you want the microphone to work properly with an iPhone or iPad setup.

Importance: LOW

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is compatible with iOS. 61.3% of microphones are compatible with iOS.
Requires Lightning or USB-C adapter.
Windows compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with Windows computers.
When it matters: When your recording or streaming setup runs on a Windows computer.

Importance: LOW

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is compatible with Windows. 100% of microphones are compatible with Windows.
macOS compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with macOS computers.
When it matters: When your audio setup depends on a Mac or MacBook as the main recording machine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is compatible with macOS. 99.5% of microphones are compatible with macOS.
Xbox compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone is explicitly compatible with Xbox consoles or controllers.
When it matters: When you want to connect and use the microphone with an Xbox console or controller.

Importance: LOW

no
Trust GXT 232 Mantis is not compatible with Xbox. 2.3% of microphones are compatible with Xbox.
Reported as not compatible with Xbox.
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Trust GXT 232 Mantis vs the average microphone

  • Supports omnidirectional pickup
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports omnidirectional pickup, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers an omnidirectional pickup pattern for 360 degree capture.
    When it matters: When you want to capture everyone around the microphone instead of one voice from the front.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports omnidirectional pickup, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes shock mount
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibration and handling noise.
    When it matters: When desk vibrations or boom arm movement would otherwise travel into the recording.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes windscreen
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether a windscreen is included to reduce wind and breath noise.
    When it matters: When you record outdoors or close to the mouth and want less wind or breath noise.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
  • 21 mm thinner body
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is thinner than the average microphone (35 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
    What it is: The overall depth or front to back thickness of the microphone unit.
    When it matters: When front to back depth decides whether the microphone clears your screen or keyboard area.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is thinner than the average microphone (35 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.35 mm vs 56 mm
  • 2.8x cheaper
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is cheaper than the average microphone (£25 vs £70).
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is cheaper than the average microphone (£25 vs £70).£25 vs £70
  • 35 mm shorter body
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is shorter than the average microphone (150 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.
    Body only.
    What it is: The overall height of the microphone body, stand, or supplied desktop structure.
    When it matters: When the microphone has to fit under a monitor, inside a booth, or into a limited desk space.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is shorter than the average microphone (150 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.150 mm vs 185 mm
  • Supports omnidirectional pickup
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports omnidirectional pickup, the average microphone does not.
  • 21 mm thinner body
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is thinner than the average microphone (35 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
  • 35 mm shorter body
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is shorter than the average microphone (150 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.
  • Includes shock mount
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes windscreen
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.

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Overall
Pickup Patterns
Design
Accessories
  • 30 Hz higher low-frequency limit
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (50 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.
  • 4000 Hz lower high-frequency limit
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (16000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20000 Hz.
  • No headphone output
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include a headphone output, the average microphone does.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include a 3.5 mm jack, the average microphone does.
  • No zero-latency monitoring
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support zero-latency monitoring, the average microphone does.
  • 8 bit lower interface bit depth
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports a lower audio interface bit depth than the average microphone (16 bit vs 24 bit). The average microphone audio interface supports 24 bit.
  • No cardioid pickup
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support cardioid pickup, the average microphone does.
  • No gain control
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
  • No on-device controls
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not place key controls on the device, the average microphone does. 79.5% of microphones place key controls on the device.
  • 1 older release date
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is older than the average microphone (2019 vs 2020). The average microphone was released in 2020.
    April 2019.
  • 0.5 m shorter cable length
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a shorter cable than the average microphone (1.5 m vs 2 m). The average microphone has a cable length of 2 m.
  • Not compatible with Android
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
  • No zero-latency monitoring
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support zero-latency monitoring, the average microphone does.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone supports direct zero latency monitoring of its own signal.
    When it matters: When you want to hear yourself in real time without the delay that makes speaking awkward.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support zero-latency monitoring, the average microphone does.
  • No gain control
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone provides a built in control for adjusting input gain.
    When it matters: When different speakers or scenes need fast gain changes without touching the interface.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
  • 8 bit lower interface bit depth
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports a lower audio interface bit depth than the average microphone (16 bit vs 24 bit). The average microphone audio interface supports 24 bit.
    What it is: The audio interface bit depths supported by the microphone for digital recording quality.
    When it matters: When you want the microphone interface to support the bit depth used in your recording chain.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis supports a lower audio interface bit depth than the average microphone (16 bit vs 24 bit). The average microphone audio interface supports 24 bit.16 bit vs 24 bit
  • No on-device controls
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not place key controls on the device, the average microphone does. 79.5% of microphones place key controls on the device.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone has its control panel or main buttons placed on the device body.
    When it matters: When you prefer the main controls to be reachable directly on the microphone body during use.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not place key controls on the device, the average microphone does. 79.5% of microphones place key controls on the device.
  • 30 Hz higher low-frequency limit
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (50 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.
    What it is: The lowest sound frequency the microphone can capture.
    When it matters: When you want the microphone to capture more low end from deep voices or instruments.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (50 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.50 Hz vs 20 Hz
  • 4000 Hz lower high-frequency limit
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (16000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20000 Hz.
    What it is: The highest sound frequency the microphone can capture.
    When it matters: When you need extra top end detail from breath, cymbals, or bright room ambience.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (16000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20000 Hz.16000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • No cardioid pickup
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support cardioid pickup, the average microphone does.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a cardioid pickup pattern for front focused capture.
    When it matters: When you want to isolate one speaker in front of the microphone for podcasts, calls, or streaming.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis does not support cardioid pickup, the average microphone does.
  • Not compatible with Android
    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with Android phones or tablets.
    When it matters: When you plan to use the microphone with an Android phone or tablet without trial and error.

    Importance: LOW

    Trust GXT 232 Mantis is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
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Overall
Audio Performance
Connectivity
Recording
Pickup Patterns
Controls & Features
Design
Accessories
Compatibility

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Trust GXT 232 Mantis?

  • Excellent value for money for a budget-friendly price point
  • True plug-and-play setup with instant Windows recognition and no software required
  • Includes essential accessories: tripod stand, pop filter, and shock mount
  • Clear audio quality that significantly improves upon built-in laptop or headset mics
  • Lightweight and compact design suitable for small desk setups
  • Reliable for casual gaming, video calls (Zoom/Teams), and hobbyist streaming

What customers dislike about Trust GXT 232 Mantis?

  • Omnidirectional pickup pattern captures significant background noise (keyboard clicks, room echoes)
  • Included pop filter is often reported as flimsy or difficult to stay attached
  • Lacks a physical mute button or built-in volume controls on the device
  • Short 1.5m USB cable limits placement options without an extension
  • Plastic build quality feels less durable compared to higher-end metal microphones
  • Can be very quiet on some systems, requiring third-party software to boost levels

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