Hokusai Audio Editor vs WavePad
Hokusai Audio Editor
wooji-juice.comWavePad
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| Figure | Hokusai Audio Editor | WavePad |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $3.33/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 8 |
| Spec score · Audio Editing Software | 8.1 (#46) | 9.2 (#3) |
| Effects | Available effects include noise reduction, equalisation, reverb, time stretch, pitch shift, compression and synthesis tools. | Built-in effects include echo, amplification, equalization, normalization, envelope, reverb and reverse. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | London, England | Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy | Wooji Juice says it does not access app documents or project data, and that some apps may collect anonymous usage information that is not linked to users. | NCH's privacy policy says it does not store credit card information and uses SSL to encrypt personal information in transit on its site. |
| Support | The app includes a detailed user guide and customer support panel, and users can contact support from within the app. | NCH provides WavePad video tutorials, a help manual, FAQ, forum and technical support contact. |
| Supported platforms | iOS, macOS | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Third-party plugins | No | Yes |
Plans
Hokusai Audio Editor
- FreeFree
- Hokusai 3 ProPrice not published
- Hokusai 2 Pro PackPrice not published
- Hokusai 2 Pro Pack (Upgrade)Price not published
- Hokusai Audio EditorFree
- Hokusai 3 Pro (1 Year)$9.99 a year
WavePad
- Master's Edition Annual Plan$99 a year
- Standard Edition Annual Plan$60 a year
- Master's Edition Quarterly Plan$16.50 a month
- Free versionFree
- WavePad Free VersionFree
- Master's Edition Quarterly Plan$21.48 a month
- Standard Edition Annual Plan$39.95 a year
- Master's Edition Annual Plan$69.95 a year
In their own words
Hokusai Audio Editor
Hokusai Audio Editor has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
WavePad
WavePad records and edits music, voice, and other audio on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Its editing tools include cut, copy, paste, trim, compression, and pitch shifting, while effects include echo, amplification, and equalization. Restoration tools reduce noise and remove clicks and pops. The software supports more than 50 formats, including MP3, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AAC, and M4A. Batch processing can apply effects or convert thousands of files in one operation. WavePad supports sample rates from 6 to 192 kHz, in stereo or mono and at 8, 16, 24, or 32 bits. It also supports DirectX and VST plugins, though the Standard Edition excludes VST support and the SFX Library. The maker lists podcast and radio editing, voiceovers, ringtone creation, and audio restoration as typical uses. The free version costs nothing, is for non-commercial use, and does not expire. It enables additional Master's Edition features for a 14-day trial after installation. Paid options include $60 a year for Standard Edition and $99 a year for Master's Edition.