Ableton Live
6.9#51 in audio editing softwareFrom $31.21 a monthmacOSWindows
VisitAbleton Live vs Zenbeats
What both publish
| Fact | Ableton Live | Zenbeats |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1999 | 1972 |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | Berlin, Germany | Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan |
| MIDI sequencing | Yes | Yes |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and compatible Chrome OS systems |
| Third-party plugins | 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
Zenbeats plans
- Free VersionFree
- Roland Cloud Membership$2.99 a month
- Android Unlock$14.99, paid once
- iOS Unlock$14.99, paid once
- Windows Unlock$49.99, paid once
- macOS Unlock$49.99, paid once
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 Zenbeats if…
Zenbeats suits people making music across supported desktop and mobile systems who want multitrack editing, MIDI sequencing or live performance tools. Its free version offers basic production features, while platform unlocks add platform features, instruments and effects.