Digital Performer
7.3#32 in audio editing software$499 one-timemacOSWindows
VisitDigital Performer vs Koala Sampler
Koala Sampler
8.4#4 in audio editing software$2.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Digital Performer | Koala Sampler |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States | Sidcup, Kent, United Kingdom |
Digital Performer plans
- Full version—
- Full versionPriced on request
- Competitive upgradePriced on request
- Competitive upgrade—
- Upgrade from previous version$195, paid once
- DP11 competitive upgrade$395, paid once
Koala Sampler plans
- Desktop—
- Koala Sampler (Mac, Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi)Free
- Desktop Koala SamplerFree
- Desktop plugin trialFree
- Koala Sampler desktop plugin trialFree
- Sample packs$2.99, paid once
Pick Digital Performer if…
Digital Performer suits music creators who need audio recording and mixing, MIDI sequencing, virtual instruments, or notation tools on macOS or Windows. Users should check its 64-bit requirements and plug-in compatibility before choosing it.
Pick Koala Sampler if…
It suits people who want to make beats or tracks from recorded or imported sounds. The iOS version may suit users who want Ableton Live Set export.