Pro Tools
8.4#4 in audio editing softwareFree planFree planmacOSWindows
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Soundation
6.7#73 in audio editing softwareFrom $360 a yearWeb
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| Fact | Pro Tools | Soundation |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| 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. | Soundation provides support articles and lists [email protected] as its support contact. |
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
Soundation plans
- Soundation Education$360 a year
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 Soundation if…
It suits browser-based music makers, collaborators, and educators working with Google Classroom. Free users can create and export MP3 files, while higher-quality exports require a paid account.