Ableton Live vs Nuendo
Ableton Live
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Nuendo
steinberg.netSide by side
| Figure | Ableton Live | Nuendo |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $31.21/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 7 | 4 |
| Spec score · Digital Audio Workstations | 7.6 (#24) | 8.3 (#9) |
| Spec score · Audio Editing Software | 7.6 (#84) | 8.8 (#9) |
| Spec score · Game Music Software | 7.6 (#18) | 8.2 (#7) |
| Free plan | No | No |
| MIDI sequencing | Yes | Yes |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
| Video synchronization | Yes | Yes |
Plans
Ableton Live
- Live 12 Intro$99 a month
- Live 12 Intro$99, paid once
- Live 12 Standard$349 a month
- Live 12 Standard$349, paid once
- Live 12 Suite$749, paid once
- Live 12 Suite$749 a month
- Live 12 Suite Rent-to-own$31.21 a month
Nuendo
- Nuendo 15 Full VersionPriced on request
- Nuendo 15 CrossgradePriced on request
- Nuendo 15 Crossgrade$799.99, paid once
- Nuendo 15 Full version$999.99, paid once
In their own words
Ableton Live
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