Ardour
7.6#19 in audio editing softwareFrom $1 a monthLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitArdour vs WavePad
What both publish
| Fact | Ardour | WavePad |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Galisteo, New Mexico, United States | Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia |
Ardour plans
- Developing World$1 a month
- Low Cost$4 a month
- Standard$10 a month
- Institutional$50 a month
- Annual subscription$120 a year
WavePad plans
- Free versionFree
- WavePad Free VersionFree
- Master's Edition Quarterly Plan$21.48 a month
- Standard Edition Annual Plan$39.95 a year
- Master's Edition Annual Plan$69.95 a year
Pick Ardour if…
Ardour suits people working on audio and MIDI projects who want a workstation that can be used, copied, and modified without payment. Its video timeline and broad plugin and synchronization support may also suit projects that combine audio with video or external MIDI workflows.
Pick WavePad if…
It suits people recording or editing music, voice, podcasts, radio, or other audio, including users who need batch processing or restoration tools. The free version is limited to non-commercial use; plugin support and the SFX Library vary by edition.