Microphone / audio

Rode VideoMic Pro

Used by 1 documented creator on Lensbook
Who uses it
The creators running this microphone / audio
Paige Brunton
Paige Brunton
Talking-head / Web design & freelance education

She names the original VideoMic Pro and openly says she'd buy the VideoMic Pro+ if shopping again, citing the manual on/off as a workflow annoyance. Honest reference for a beginner deciding between the two.

Source: My Ultimate YouTube Studio Setup: Pro Gear + Tips — Paige Brunton confirmed
Budget alternatives
What creators suggest as the cheaper pick
Rode VideoMic Pro+
Suggested 1× across the documented setups