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Audio interfaces don’t have to be super pricy. I have both focus right Scarlett’s (pricey) but for work machine I use this SubZero branded unit as it’s USB and plug and play meaning I don’t need to beg IT for any additional drivers or software. I also like that the basic controls are physical buttons rather than in software.
It then means you can scour the web for second hand studio/PA gear which is often much better than “streaming” gear and often cheaper. May be overkill and certainly isn’t as easy as plugging in a single usb external mic but a potential option.
C4r1s-
Audio interfaces don’t have to be super pricy
His entire budget is around the £100 mark, if the audio interface is £80 and he doesn't have a mic, mic stand, cable, and potentially a gain lifter (mic pre-amp)... then he's not going to get all of that for £20-30.
I'm with you on having nice studio stuff, it's rock solid and barely ages, but the costs are not in favour of it around this price point.
Velocio
Do you happen to know what they're like for noise rejection im specifically thinking of keyboards? I sort of don't want to have to have to have a mic arm hanging over the top of me if can help it.
I have considered getting an external interface but I don't know that I need it that much tbh I just wanted my voice to be a bit more 'present'