Ableton Live
6.9#51 in audio editing softwareFrom $31.21 a monthmacOSWindows
VisitAbleton Live vs Pro Tools
What both publish
| Fact | Ableton Live | Pro Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud collaboration | No | Yes |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| MIDI sequencing | Yes | Yes |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
| Video synchronization | Yes | Yes |
Ableton Live plans
- Live 12 Intro$99 a month
- Live 12 Intro$99, paid once
- Live 12 Standard$349 a month
- Live 12 Standard$349, paid once
- Live 12 Suite$749 a month
- Live 12 Suite$749, paid once
Pro Tools plans
- IntroPriced on request
- Intro—
- Pro Tools Artist$9.99 a month
- Pro Tools Studio$34.99 a month
- Pro Tools Ultimate$99 a month
- Pro Tools IntroFree
Pick Ableton Live if…
Ableton Live suits music creators on Windows or macOS who need MIDI sequencing, multitrack editing, sample import or video synchronization.
Pick Pro Tools if…
Pro Tools suits music creators who need recording, MIDI, editing, and mixing tools in one workstation. Studio and Ultimate may also suit audio post users who need video tracks and timecode.