GoldWave
GoldWave is audio software for recording, editing, processing, restoring, enhancing, analyzing, and converting audio.
What GoldWave is
GoldWave is audio software for recording, editing, processing, restoring, enhancing, analyzing, and converting audio. It includes noise reduction and supports third-party plugins, but does not offer multitrack editing or video synchronization. The desktop edition is available for Windows; GoldWave Infinity runs on iOS, Android, macOS, Linux, and in modern web browsers without installation. Accessibility features include full keyboard access and foot pedal playback support. A fully functional evaluation version is available, and the company recommends trying it before buying; no specific evaluation-period limit is stated. The one-year license is $19 a year and returns to evaluation mode when it expires. A lifetime license is $59.00 USD once, does not expire, includes free upgrades, and includes Infinity. GoldWave was founded in 1993 and is based near St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
Good
- Includes noise reduction and third-party plugin support.
- Infinity runs in modern browsers without installation.
- Full keyboard accessibility and foot pedal playback support.
- Lifetime license includes free upgrades and Infinity.
Watch out
- No multitrack editing or video synchronization.
- One-year license expires after one year.
- No specific evaluation-period limit is stated.
Who it suits
GoldWave suits people who need audio recording, editing, restoration, or conversion across desktop, mobile, or browser environments. Its keyboard access and foot pedal playback may also suit users who need those accessibility options.
Verdict
GoldWave covers a wide range of audio tasks and supports several platforms through its desktop and Infinity offerings. Buyers can choose a one-year license or a non-expiring lifetime license, and a full-function evaluation version is available.
Plans and prices
From GoldWave's own pricing page, checked 5 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| One Year GoldWave License | $19 a year | Expires one year after purchase; software returns to evaluation mode afterward. · 1 year license · License expires one year after purchase date |
| Lifetime GoldWave License | $59, paid once | License never expires; includes free upgrades and Infinity. · License never expires · Free upgrades · Works with all versions of GoldWave · Includes GoldWave Infinity · License never expires |
The facts
Each one read from GoldWave's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Accessibility features
- GoldWave includes full keyboard accessibility and foot pedal playback support.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Annual license
- The one-year license expires after one year and then returns to evaluation mode.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Audio capabilities
- GoldWave supports recording, editing, processing, restoration, enhancements, analysis, and conversions.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Card data handling
- GoldWave Inc. says it does not receive customers' credit card information.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Cloud collaboration
- Nochecked 21 Sep 2026
- Evaluation version
- A fully functional evaluation version is available for download.checked 28 Sep 2026
- License delivery
- A license is emailed shortly after the transaction completes.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Lifetime license
- The lifetime license does not expire and includes free upgrades.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Mobile payments
- Google Pay and Apple Pay are available on Android and iOS devices.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Multitrack editing
- Nochecked 21 Sep 2026
- Noise reduction
- Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
- Paid from
- 19checked 21 Sep 2026
- Refund policy
- No refund policy is stated on the provided pages.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Secure transactions
- Transactions use secure independent servers through Stripe or PayPal.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Third-party plugins
- Yeschecked 21 Sep 2026
Where it runs
- Browser-based version
- GoldWave Infinity runs on devices supporting modern web browsers without installation.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Infinity platforms
- GoldWave Infinity includes iOS, Android, MacOS, Linux, and ChromeOS.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Supported platforms
- Windows, web, macOS, Linux, iOS, Androidchecked 21 Sep 2026
The company
- Company experience
- GoldWave says it has designed and refined audio editing software for over 30 years.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Founded
- 1993checked 28 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- Near St. John's, Newfoundland, Canadachecked 28 Sep 2026
Money
- Free plan
- Nochecked 21 Sep 2026
- GoldWave price
- The homepage lists GoldWave at $19.checked 28 Sep 2026
- Trial limit
- The text does not state a specific evaluation-period limit.checked 28 Sep 2026
