Cathar vs Waves Restoration
| Cathar | Waves Restoration | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS | Windows, macOS |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Click and crackle removal | Yes | Yes |
| Hum removal | Yes | Yes |
| Declip repair | Yes | — |
| Spectral repair | Yes | — |
| Batch processing | Yes | — |
| Workflow format | standalone | plugin |
Both are listed in Best Audio Restoration Software. On Everything Xiaomi, Cathar scores higher on our published basis.