EQBase
7.2#1 in audio equalizer softwareFrom $39.99 a yearFree planAPImacOS
VisitEQBase vs FxSound
What both publish
| Fact | EQBase | FxSound |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | EQBase uses headphone correction curves from the open-source AutoEQ project and supports hosting Audio Unit plugins in Pro. | The homepage mentions Zoom calls as a use case; it does not list a dedicated integration directory. |
| Licence | EQBase itself is presented as proprietary software; the maker points users wanting open-source software to alternatives, while its AutoEQ profiles come from an MIT-licensed project. | The GitHub repository identifies the project as licensed under AGPL-3.0. |
| Privacy | The maker says audio, recordings and listening information stay on the Mac and are not collected or transmitted. | The privacy policy says the website does not use cookies and does not sell or rent personal information. |
EQBase plans
- FreeFree
- Pro Monthly$4.99 a month
- Pro Annual$39.99 a year
- Pro Lifetime$79.99, paid once
FxSound plans
- FreeFree
- FxSoundFree
Pick EQBase if…
EQBase suits Mac users seeking system-wide audio adjustment, headphone correction profiles, or system audio recording. Pro is for users who also want room correction, per-app controls, routing, or Audio Unit hosting.
Pick FxSound if…
FxSound may suit Windows users who want to adjust sound for listening, music, gaming, calls, transcription, or video. Its available Windows downloads cover Intel/AMD x86/x64 and ARM64 systems.