Pro Tools
8.4#4 in audio editing softwareFree planFree planmacOSWindows
VisitPro Tools vs Sound Forge
Sound Forge
6.3#110 in audio editing softwareWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Pro Tools | Sound Forge |
|---|---|---|
| Editing | Editing tools include Slip, Grid, Shuffle, and Spot modes, Elastic Audio, clip gain, pitch manipulation, and audio-to-MIDI conversion. | It supports waveform editing down to the sample level and familiar cut, copy, and paste operations. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | No |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | Pro Tools is a digital audio workstation for recording, editing, and mixing audio. | Sound Forge is audio software for recording, editing, adding effects, and mastering audio. |
| 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. | Boris FX support lists help topics for Sound Forge and support hours of Monday through Friday, 4:00am to 6:00pm EST. |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS | Windows |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
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
Sound Forge plans
- Sound Forge monthly subscription—
- Sound Forge annual subscription—
- Sound Forge upgrade & support plan—
- Sound Forge perpetual license—
- Sound Forge Plus monthly subscription—
- Sound Forge Plus annual subscription—
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 Sound Forge if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.