Groove Agent 5 vs Pure Data
| Groove Agent 5 | Pure Data | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Primary workflow | hybrid | modular |
| Standalone app | Yes | Yes |
| Sample import | Yes | Yes |
| Plugin formats | VST 3, AU, AAX | — |
| Surround audio | Yes | — |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10/11; macOS Big Sur through macOS Tahoe | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Both are listed in Best Sound Design Software. On Everything Xiaomi, Pure Data scores higher on our published basis.