Ardour
7.6#19 in audio editing softwareFrom $1 a monthLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitArdour vs Zenbeats
What both publish
| Fact | Ardour | Zenbeats |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Galisteo, New Mexico, United States | Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan |
| MIDI sequencing | Yes | Yes |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and compatible Chrome OS systems |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
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
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 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 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.