Pro Tools
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VisitPro Tools vs Riverside
What both publish
| Fact | Pro Tools | Riverside |
|---|---|---|
| Editing | Editing tools include Slip, Grid, Shuffle, and Spot modes, Elastic Audio, clip gain, pitch manipulation, and audio-to-MIDI conversion. | Pro includes unlimited text-based editing, an AI editing and repurposing agent, Magic Clips, show notes, and audio enhancement. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | 9.99 | 19 |
| Recording | Recording features include loop recording, playlist comping, punch-in recording, and support for up to 256 simultaneous audio inputs. | The Pro plan includes up to 4K video, 48 kHz audio, and in-person multi-camera recording. |
| Support | Users can get help through community support, and those with an active support contract, subscription, or Avid Support Code can create a support case or call Avid. | Business includes a dedicated customer success manager and 24/7 live priority chat support. |
Pro Tools plans
- IntroPriced on request
- Intro—
- Pro Tools Artist$9.99 a month
- Pro Tools Studio$34.99 a month
- Pro Tools Ultimate$99 a month
- Pro Tools IntroFree
Riverside plans
- FreeFree
- Standard$19 a month
- Pro$24 a month
- Grow$34 a month
- Webinar$79 a month
- BusinessPriced on request
Pick Pro Tools if…
Pro Tools suits music creators who need recording, MIDI, editing, and mixing tools in one workstation. Studio and Ultimate may also suit audio post users who need video tracks and timecode.
Pick Riverside if…
Riverside suits podcasters and interviewers who need remote recording, separate participant tracks, and editing or publishing tools. Its Webinar plan is for organizers who need branded registration, live interaction, and capacity for up to 100 registrants.