ACID Pro
6.6#16 in digital audio workstationsFrom $5.83 a monthWindows
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What both publish
| Fact | ACID Pro | Pro Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Support | Boris FX lists support hours as Monday–Friday, 4:00am–6:00pm EST (−5 GMT), and provides a request-submission option. | Users can get help through community support, and those with an active support contract, subscription, or Avid Support Code can create a support case or call Avid. |
| System requirements | The stated minimum operating system is Windows 11, with a 1 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM, and 700 MB for program installation. | Avid specifies 16 GB RAM, an internet connection for installation and activation, and 15 GB free installation space. |
ACID Pro plans
- ACID Pro Monthly Subscription$12.95 a month
- ACID Pro Annual Subscription$69.95 a year
- ACID Pro Upgrade & Support Plan$89.95, paid once
- ACID Pro Perpetual License$149.95, paid once
Pro Tools plans
- Intro—
- Pro Tools IntroPriced on request
- Pro Tools Artist$9.99 a month
- Artist$9.99 a month
- Pro Tools Studio$34.99 a month
- Studio$34.99 a month
Pick ACID Pro if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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.