ACID Pro vs Nuendo
ACID Pro
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Nuendo
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| Figure | ACID Pro | Nuendo |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $5.83/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Spec score · Digital Audio Workstations | 8.9 (#2) | 8.3 (#9) |
| Support | Boris FX lists support hours as Monday–Friday, 4:00am–6:00pm EST (−5 GMT), and provides a request-submission option. | Nuendo 15 is available through Steinberg's downloads page, which provides general information and installation utilities. |
| Trial | The maker offers a 15-day full-featured trial; its trial page says bundled loops and content are included and users can create with their own audio, VSTs, and MIDI. | Steinberg offers a free 60-day trial with access to all Nuendo features without restrictions; starting it requires a Steinberg ID. |
Plans
ACID Pro
- ACID Pro Monthly Subscription$12.95 a month
- ACID Pro Annual Subscription$69.95 a year
- ACID Pro Upgrade & Support Plan$89.95, paid once
- ACID Pro Perpetual License$149.95, paid once
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
ACID Pro
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