n-Track Studio
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Best Audio Editing Software 2026
Audio editing software helps you record, cut and arrange sound on a computer or mobile device. This list helps buyers compare tools for music, podcasts, voice work and other projects.
Compare the published fields that fit your workflow: free plan, paid-from price, platform support, multitrack editing, MIDI sequencing, third-party plugins, noise reduction, video synchronization and cloud collaboration.
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WavePad
WavePad suits people who need to record or edit audio, including for podcasts, radio, voiceovers, or restoration.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record8.2 Visit
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Riverside
Riverside is audio software that runs in a browser, Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Record8.2 Visit
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Soundtrap
Soundtrap is browser-based audio editing software with Windows, macOS, iOS and Android apps.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Record8.1 Visit
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Pro Tools
Pro Tools suits music creators who need recording, editing, MIDI, and mixing tools, as well as audio post users working with video and timecode in Studio or Ultimate.
WindowsMac Record8.0 Visit
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Ardour
WindowsMacLinux $1 a month Record8.0 Visit Ardour runs on Linux, macOS and Windows for multitrack recording and editing.
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Audacity
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+2 Free plan Record7.9 Visit Audacity is free multitrack audio editing software for Windows, macOS and Linux.
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Logic Pro
iPhone & iPadMac $29.99 a year Record7.7 Visit Logic Pro is multitrack music software with MIDI and third-party plug-ins for macOS and iPadOS.
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Bitwig Studio
WindowsMacLinux $99 one-time Record7.6 Visit Musicians, sound designers, composers, film scorers, and artists can use its recording, sequencing, modulation, and performance workflows.
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LUNA
WindowsMac $149 a year Record7.6 Visit LUNA suits musicians recording, producing, or mixing on macOS or Windows who want a DAW with audio production tools and plug-in support.
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WaveLab
WindowsMac $99.99 one-time Record7.6 Visit WaveLab may suit audio editors, mastering users, and podcasters who need audio editing, batch processing, or spectral tools.
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Reason
WindowsMac Free plan Record7.5 Visit Reason is a free or trial-based music production app for macOS and Windows.
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Descript
WebWindowsMac $16 a month Record7.5 Visit Descript edits audio and video on Mac, Windows or the web by changing generated transcript text.
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Serato Studio
WindowsMac $9.99 a month Record7.4 Visit Serato Studio makes music on macOS and Windows.
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GarageBand
iPhone & iPadMac Free plan Record7.3 Visit GarageBand suits people who want to create or edit music on Mac, iPhone, or iPad.
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Cakewalk Sonar
Windows Free plan Record7.1 Visit Sonar suits Windows 11 or higher users producing music who need multitrack recording, MIDI tools, mixing and audio editing.
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Digital Performer
WindowsMac — Record7.1 Visit Digital Performer suits musicians and producers working with recorded audio, MIDI, notation, and plug-ins on compatible Mac or Windows computers.
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Adobe Podcast
Web $19.99 a month Record7.1 Visit Adobe Podcast suits people recording or editing spoken audio in a browser, including sessions with separate participant tracks.
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Amped Studio
WebWindowsMac+1 $6.99 a month Record7.0 Visit It suits beginners, vocalists, content creators, music educators, and advanced users seeking browser-based production tools.
Before you choose
Match the software to your devices
Check support for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android or a web browser before choosing. Platform coverage differs across the list, so confirm that the app runs where you plan to edit.
A browser-based option can suit work across computers, while a desktop or mobile app may fit a fixed setup.
Compare free access and trials
Look for a free plan if you want to start without a subscription. GarageBand and Audacity are listed as free, while BandLab Studio lists a free plan and a three-day trial.
Paid terms vary. Logic Pro lists pricing from $2.99 per user per month and a 30-day trial. Check the pricing note for the tool you are considering.
Check the editing tools you need
Use the comparison fields to match your project: multitrack editing for layered recordings, MIDI sequencing for instrument parts, and third-party plugins for added effects or instruments.
Noise reduction can matter for spoken recordings. Video synchronization helps when sound must follow picture, while cloud collaboration supports work shared online.
Choose around your project
Music production, podcast editing and video work can need different combinations of features. Review the fields together instead of choosing from price alone.
Tools on the list include Soundtrap, WavePad, Riverside and n-Track Studio, so compare their published details with your planned workflow.
Questions
Which audio editing software has a free plan?
GarageBand, BandLab Studio and Moises list free plans. Audacity lists a free pricing model. Check the current entry for its terms before you start.
Which tools offer a free trial?
BandLab Studio lists a three-day trial, and Logic Pro lists a 30-day trial. Trial availability can differ by product, so read the pricing note for the tool you want.
Can I edit audio on Android?
Android is one of the supported platform fields in this list. Check the individual entry to confirm Android support for a specific tool.
What features should I compare for music production?
Review multitrack editing, MIDI sequencing, third-party plugins and noise reduction. These fields indicate whether a tool matches the way you build and clean recordings.
Can audio editors sync with video?
Video synchronization is one of the comparison fields. Check a tool's entry to see whether that capability is listed.
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