Logic Pro vs Pro Tools
Logic Pro
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| Figure | Logic Pro | Pro Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $2.50/mo | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 9 | 25 |
| Spec score · Audio Editing Software | 8.6 (#15) | 9.2 (#2) |
| Spec score · Digital Audio Workstations | 8.3 (#8) | 8.6 (#5) |
| Spec score · Game Music Software | 8.2 (#6) | 8.5 (#4) |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| MIDI sequencing | Yes | Yes |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | Logic Pro is a music creation app for Mac and iPad used for beat-making, songwriting, recording, editing, mixing and remixing. | Pro Tools is a digital audio workstation for recording, editing, and mixing audio. |
| Support | Apple provides Logic Pro user guides, release notes, troubleshooting help, Apple Communities and personalized support through the Apple Support app. | 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. |
| Supported platforms | macOS and iPadOS | Windows, macOS |
| System requirements | Apple states that Logic Pro requires macOS 15.6 or later, iPadOS 26 or later, an Apple silicon Mac and an iPad with an A12 Bionic chip or later. | Avid specifies 16 GB RAM, an internet connection for installation and activation, and 15 GB free installation space. |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
| Video synchronization | Yes | Yes |
Plans
Logic Pro
- Apple Creator Studio$12.99 a month
- Educator and student Apple Creator Studio$2.99 a month
- Logic Pro for Mac$199.99 a month
- Apple Creator Studio educator and student$2.99 a month
- Logic Pro for iPad$6.99 a month
- Apple Creator Studio educator and student$29.99 a year
- Logic Pro for iPad$69 a year
- Apple Creator Studio$129 a year
- Logic Pro for Mac standalone$199.99, paid once
Pro Tools
- IntroPrice not published
- IntroPriced on request
- Artist$9.99 a month
- Pro Tools Artist$9.99 a month
- Pro Tools Studio$34.99 a month
- Artist$99 a year
- Studio$34.99 a month
- Pro Tools Ultimate$99 a month
- Studio$299 a year
- Ultimate$99 a month
In their own words
Logic Pro
Logic Pro is Apple’s music-creation app for Mac and iPad, covering beat-making, songwriting, recording, editing, mixing and remixing. It records MIDI and audio and supports multitrack editing, MIDI sequencing, third-party plugins, noise reduction and video synchronization. Production tools include Live Loops, Flex Time, Flex Pitch and Quick Swipe Comping. Apple describes Session Players, ChromaGlow, Mastering Assistant, Stem Splitter and Chord ID as Apple Intelligence features. Stem Splitter separates mixed recordings into drums, bass, vocals, guitar, piano and other instruments. Logic Pro includes Dolby Atmos tools and exports ADM files for streaming services. Projects can move between Mac and iPad versions, with integrations for Voice Memos, Logic Remote, GarageBand and Final Cut Pro XML workflows. Requirements include macOS 15.6 or later with an Apple silicon Mac, or iPadOS 26 or later with an A12 Bionic iPad. Pricing includes a 30-day trial, $2.99/user/mo from the listed pricing note, and listed subscription or standalone options.
Pro Tools
Pro Tools is a digital audio workstation for recording, editing and mixing audio on Windows and macOS. It includes MIDI tools, virtual instruments, samples and arrangement features for music production. Recording options include loop recording, playlist comping, punch-in recording and support for up to 256 simultaneous audio inputs. Editing tools include Elastic Audio, clip gain, pitch manipulation and audio-to-MIDI conversion, alongside Slip, Grid, Shuffle and Spot modes. Mixing features include automation, flexible routing, folder tracks and plugins, with spatial rendering for Dolby Atmos and Audio Vivid. Studio and Ultimate include video tracks and timecode for sound-to-picture work. Intro is free forever and lists up to 8 audio, instrument and MIDI tracks. Artist costs $9.99 a month, Studio costs $34.99 a month and Ultimate costs $99 a month. Avid specifies 16 GB RAM, 15 GB free installation space and an internet connection for installation and activation. Community support is available; direct support cases or calls require an active support contract, subscription or Avid Support Code.