The 25 Funniest iPhone Charging Sounds You Need to Try

April 13, 2026 · 6 min read

Your iPhone can scream, fart, or quote a movie every time you plug it in. We ranked the 25 funniest charging sounds people are actually using right now — from timeless comedy classics to viral meme audio. All of them are available in Vocalcord.

Not sure how to set a custom charging sound? Check out our complete guide to changing your iPhone charging sound first. It takes about 15 seconds.

Comedy Classics

The sounds that started it all. These are the crowd favorites that never get old — especially when your phone goes off in a quiet room.

  1. Classic Fart — The undisputed champion. Nothing beats the look on someone's face when your phone rips one as you plug it in at a coffee shop. Consistently the #1 most-selected sound in Vocalcord.
  2. Wet Fart — For when the classic just isn't enough. Extra squelch. Maximum embarrassment. Perfect for pranking housemates.
  3. Sad Trombone — Wah wah waaaah. Your phone is disappointed in itself for needing a charge. Relatable.
  4. Air Horn — BWAAAMP. Your phone announces its arrival at the charger like it just won the Super Bowl.
  5. Bruh — Short. Simple. Devastating. The one-syllable sound that says everything.

Meme Audio

Straight from the internet's collective consciousness. These sounds hit different if you've spent any time on TikTok or YouTube.

  1. Sheeeesh — The ice-in-your-veins sound effect. Your phone respects the charger.
  2. Vine Boom — That deep, dramatic bass hit. Turns every plug-in into a meme-worthy moment.
  3. Noice — Michael Rosen's iconic approval. Your phone appreciates the juice.
  4. Why Are You Running — Your phone questioning why you let the battery get so low in the first place.
  5. Oof — The Roblox classic. Short, punchy, and universally understood.

Movie & TV Quotes

Turn your charger into a cinematic experience. These work especially well if you're a fan of the source material.

  1. Lightsaber Ignition — The unmistakable hum of a lightsaber powering on. Your charger cable is now a weapon of the Jedi Order.
  2. "I Am Iron Man" — Plug in your phone and announce your presence. Bonus points if you have a MagSafe charger.
  3. Wilhelm Scream — The most famous movie scream in history. Your phone is terrified of the charger.
  4. "Here's Johnny!" — Jack Nicholson energy. Your charger cable breaking through the door.
  5. "That's What She Said" — Michael Scott would be proud of your phone's charging habits.

Animal Kingdom

For when you want your phone to sound alive. These are especially funny when you forget you set them and your phone starts quacking at 2 AM.

  1. Duck Quack — Friendly, absurd, and guaranteed to make people look around confused.
  2. Goat Scream — The Taylor Swift goat remix energy. Unhinged and perfect.
  3. Cat Meow — Your phone is hungry. For electrons.
  4. Parrot Squawk — Loud, tropical, and completely unnecessary. Love it.
  5. Dolphin Click — Surprisingly unsettling at night. You've been warned.

Anime & Gaming

For the cultured. These sounds hit different if you grew up on game consoles and late-night anime.

  1. "Nani?!" — Your phone can't believe it's being charged. Omae wa mou shindeiru energy.
  2. Power-Up Sound — A classic RPG level-up chime. Your phone just gained XP.
  3. Coin Collect — The iconic Mario coin sound. Cha-ching — your phone is getting paid in electricity.
  4. Level Complete — A triumphant jingle. You successfully found an outlet. Achievement unlocked.
  5. Pac-Man Death — Waka waka waka... bwomp. Darkly funny. Your phone accepts its fate.

How to set any of these as your charging sound

All 25 of these sounds (and 60+ more) are available in Vocalcord. Here's the quick version:

  1. Download Vocalcord from the App Store.
  2. Tap a sound to preview it.
  3. Follow the one-tap setup (15 seconds).
  4. Plug in your charger and enjoy.

For the full walkthrough with screenshots, see our complete guide to changing your iPhone charging sound.

Want to know how this whole trend started? Read about how charging sounds took over TikTok.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best funny iPhone charging sounds?
The most popular ones include classic fart effects, meme audio like "Sheeeesh" and Vine boom, movie quotes like lightsaber ignition, animal sounds like goat screams, and anime voice lines. You can browse and preview all of them in Vocalcord.
How do I set a funny sound as my iPhone charging sound?
Download Vocalcord from the App Store, pick a sound, and follow the one-tap setup. It uses iOS Shortcuts automations to play your chosen sound whenever you plug in. Takes about 15 seconds.
Can I use meme sounds as my charging sound?
Yes. Any short audio clip can work as a charging sound. Vocalcord includes popular meme sounds like "Sheeeesh," Vine boom, "bruh," "noice," and many more. You can also import your own audio.
Do funny charging sounds work in Silent Mode?
By default, some iOS versions suppress automation sounds in Silent Mode. Vocalcord includes a Silent Mode Override feature that ensures your charging sound plays even when muted.

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