MediaInfo
8.4#1 in audio analysis softwareFrom $2.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Voxengo SPAN
6.7#8 in audio analysis softwareFree planFree planmacOSWindows
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| Fact | MediaInfo | Voxengo SPAN |
|---|---|---|
| API and SDK | Developers can embed MediaInfoLib through static or dynamic interfaces, with SDK guidance for supported languages, initialization, file opening and field retrieval. | The documentation describes SPAN as a plugin loaded by AudioUnit, AAX, VST, or VST3 hosts and does not specify a public API or SDK. |
| Downloads | The download page lists releases for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and multiple Linux distributions, plus a JavaScript module and source builds. | Separate Mac and Windows downloads are offered; the product page lists AU, AAX, and VST3 for Mac and VST, VST3, and AAX for Windows. |
| Formats | Supported analysis includes families such as MP4, QuickTime, Matroska, AVI, MPEG, MXF, MPEG-TS, WMV, FLV, Real, FLAC, AAC, DTS and many subtitle formats. | Official downloads provide VST, VST3, AudioUnit, and AAX builds. |
| Founded | 2007 | The maker says Voxengo became a full-time commercial endeavor in December 2002. |
| License | MediaInfo is open-source software under a BSD-style license. | Voxengo software is copyrighted proprietary software governed by an accompanying end-user license; redistribution is prohibited unless that license permits it. |
| Purpose | MediaInfo displays technical and tag data for video and audio files. | SPAN is a free real-time FFT audio frequency spectrum analyzer plugin for professional audio and music production applications. |
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
Voxengo SPAN plans
- Voxengo SPANFree
- Voxengo SPAN freeFree
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.
Pick Voxengo SPAN if…
SPAN suits audio producers who want real-time frequency analysis and level metering inside a compatible plugin host. Its surround, mid-side and multi-channel options may help with more complex signal checks.