An iPhone cannot record a phone call with the built-in Call Recording feature in the European Union, because Apple does not offer the feature there. A Samsung Galaxy or another Android phone records a call when the Phone app has a Record button, and a pocket recorder such as Comu records a call when you attach it to your phone. Comu Note Pro costs €139.99 and Comu Action Pro costs €179.99 in the EU store (Nov 6, 2026).
If you use an iPhone and want to know what works, jump to the iPhone section. If you want a recorder for calls and in-person conversations, skip to recording a phone call with Comu AI.
How to record a phone call in the EU: methods at a glance
Record a phone call in the EU with the Record button in the Phone app on an Android phone that has it, or with a recorder such as Comu that you attach to the phone, because the iPhone has no built-in option.
| Method | Works in the EU? | What you get | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comu recorder | Yes, attached to the phone | Recording, transcript, speaker labels, summary, action items | Note Pro €139.99, Action Pro €179.99 |
| iPhone Call Recording | No, Apple does not offer it in the EU | No built-in call recording | Not offered |
| Samsung Galaxy Record button | On phones with the Record icon on the call screen | Recording of both sides of the call | Included with the phone |
| Google Phone app call recording | On devices, carriers and countries that support it | Recording saved on the device | Included with the phone |
Record a phone call on an iPhone in the EU: what works
To record a phone call on an iPhone in the EU, use a recorder that attaches to the phone, such as Comu, because Apple does not offer Call Recording in the European Union. Call Recording on iPhone is also unavailable in 18 other countries and regions: Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen.
Where Apple offers the feature, both people on the call hear an audio notice that the call is being recorded. Comu has a bone-conduction microphone, so you attach the device to your iPhone and it records the call without the Phone app.
Record a phone call on a Samsung Galaxy phone
To record a phone call on a Samsung Galaxy phone that shows a Record icon on the call screen, start the call in the Phone app and tap Record. Calls recorded in the default Samsung Phone app capture both sides of the conversation.
- Open the Phone app and make or answer a call.
- Tap Record. On some models you tap More first.
- To stop, tap Stop recording.
To find a recording, open the Phone app, tap More, tap Settings, tap Record calls and tap Recorded calls. Press and hold a recording and tap Share to send it with Quick Share, Messages, email or Bluetooth. When Auto record calls is on in the Phone app settings, each call is saved automatically when it ends.
Downloaded call recorder apps may not record the other person's voice. If the call screen has no Record icon, open the Phone app, tap More, tap Settings and look for Record calls. If the option is missing there, a recorder is the alternative.
Record a phone call with the Google Phone app
To record a phone call with the Google Phone app, tap Record on the call screen, or on a Pixel tap Call Assist and then Call Recording. Call recording is widely available but not in every country or region, and only certain devices and carriers support it.
The Phone app needs Android 9 or later on a non-Pixel phone, or a Pixel 6 or later with Android 14 or later, and the latest version of the Phone app.
- Open the Phone app and make or answer a call.
- On a non-Pixel phone, tap Record. On a Pixel, tap Call Assist, then Call Recording.
- Both people hear a notice that the call is being recorded.
- To stop, tap Stop recording on a non-Pixel phone. On a Pixel, tap Call Assist, then Stop.
The first time you record a call, the app reminds you to follow the local laws on recording calls. Recordings stay on your device and are not backed up off it.
On a Pixel 9 or later, Call Notes records, transcribes and summarizes calls in Ireland and the UK, in English. Call Notes does not work on Pixel A series phones and needs a SIM card from the country where you use it.
Record a phone call with Comu AI
To record a phone call with Comu AI, attach the Comu pocket recorder to your phone, including an iPhone in the EU. Comu has a bone-conduction microphone, so attaching the device to the phone is all it takes to record a call. The Comu app records in-person conversations as well. Comu Note Pro costs €139.99 and Comu Action Pro costs €179.99 (Nov 6, 2026). The free plan that comes with the device includes unlimited transcription, unlimited real-time transcription, speaker identification, summaries, action items, templates, and Comu AI for questions across your recordings.
- Transcripts without a minute cap. A call of any length converts to text.
- Speaker identification. Speakers are labeled, so you can see who said what.
- Summaries and action items. The summary and the list of next steps come from the transcript.
- Questions across recordings. Comu AI answers questions across your recordings.
- Templates. 30+ built-in templates and unlimited custom templates shape the output.
- 113 languages.
- Exports and imports. TXT, Markdown, Word and PDF for text, MP3 and WAV for audio, and the app imports external audio files.
- Compliance. Comu is GDPR, HIPAA and SOC 2 compliant.
The EU store ships to Belgium, Germany, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland and Sweden. Shipping is free and takes 3 to 5 business days, and the warranty is 24 months, subject to local laws. See Comu Note Pro and Comu Action Pro.
Before you press record: consent and the law
Before you press record, tell the other person that you are recording and check the laws on recording calls.
- Tell the other person. Say that you are recording and why.
- Check the rules. Some laws require all people on the call to consent to a recording, and you are responsible for following the laws on recording calls.
- Know about the notice. The Google Phone app tells both people when recording starts and stops.
- Keep the recording safe. Store it where only the people who need it can open it.
Which way to record a phone call is right for you
Use the built-in option on an Android phone for the occasional call, and use a recorder such as Comu on an iPhone or for weekly calls and meetings.
| If you | Choose |
|---|---|
| Use an iPhone in the EU | A recorder, such as Comu |
| Have a Samsung Galaxy with a Record icon on the call screen | The Record button in the Phone app |
| Have another Android phone with Call recording in the Phone app settings | The Google Phone app |
| Record calls and meetings every week | A recorder, such as Comu |
| Need speaker labels, a summary and action items | A recorder with an app, such as Comu |
| Take notes in person as well as on the phone | A recorder, such as Comu |
Common questions about recording a phone call in the EU
Can you record a phone call on an iPhone in the EU?
No. Apple does not offer Call Recording in the European Union. A recorder such as Comu attaches to the iPhone and records the call.
How do I record a phone call on a Samsung phone?
On a Galaxy phone with a Record icon on the call screen, open the Phone app, start the call and tap Record. On some models you tap More first.
How do I record a phone call on an Android phone?
Tap Record in the Google Phone app on a device that supports call recording. On a Pixel, tap Call Assist, then Call Recording.
Should I tell the other person that I am recording?
Yes. Tell the other person that you are recording. Some laws require all people on the call to consent to a recording, and you are responsible for following the laws on recording calls.
Can I get a transcript of a recorded call?
Yes. A recorder such as Comu includes transcription with every recording, in 113 languages, with speaker labels, a summary and action items.
Does a recorder work for in-person meetings too?
Yes. A pocket recorder records in-person conversations as well as calls, so one device covers interviews, meetings, lectures and calls.
Is Comu GDPR compliant?
Yes. Comu is GDPR, HIPAA and SOC 2 compliant.
Related reading
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Pages were checked on Nov 6, 2026.
- Apple Support, Record and transcribe a call on iPhone
- Samsung, How to record, play back, and share voice recordings on your Samsung Galaxy phone
- Google, Use the Phone app to record calls and Use Call Notes in Phone app
- Comu, Comu Action Pro, Comu Note Pro and the EU store
