Decibel
6.7#7 in audio analysis software$89.40 one-timeAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
VisitDecibel vs MediaInfo
What both publish
| Fact | Decibel | MediaInfo |
|---|---|---|
| Formats | The product page lists 64-bit AU, VST3, and AAX plugin formats, plus a standalone version. | Supported analysis includes families such as MP4, QuickTime, Matroska, AVI, MPEG, MXF, MPEG-TS, WMV, FLV, Real, FLAC, AAC, DTS and many subtitle formats. |
| Maker | Process.Audio describes itself as the software division of pureMix, founded by music professionals led by Fab Dupont. | MediaArea describes itself as an open-source software company focused on digital media analysis. |
| Purpose | Decibel provides customizable real-time audio metering for sound engineers and video makers. | MediaInfo displays technical and tag data for video and audio files. |
Decibel plans
- Decibel$89.40, paid once
MediaInfo plans
- Free MediaInfoFree
- MediaInfoFree
- macOS app$0.99, paid once
- More features (yearly)$2.99 a year
- More features (lifetime)$7.99, paid once
- Professional servicesPriced on request
Pick Decibel if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick MediaInfo if…
It suits people who need technical details about media files, including users who prefer a graphical interface, command line, or library. Developers can also use the SDK and source build instructions.